Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 Standard | 
 enlarge | From: Nuance Communications, Inc.
Category: Software
List Price: $99.99
Buy New: $59.90
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Rating:  51 reviews
Sales Rank: 86
Format: Cd-rom
Platforms: Windows 95, Windows Vista, Windows Xp, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows 98
Media: DVD-ROM
Edition: Standard
Operating System: Windows Vista
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 7.8 x 5.1 x 2.9
MPN: A309A-G01-10.0
Model: A309A-G01-10.0
UPC: 780420119208
EAN: 0780420119208
ASIN: B001B5J7T8
Release Date: August 11, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Offers unprecedented speech recognition with unrivaled accuracy levels | | • | Dictate and edit in virtually any Windows application, including Microsoft Word, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and AOL | | • | Compose emails and instant messages or surf the Web just by speaking | | • | Quick Voice Formatting commands allow users to issue a single voice command to make deleting and formatting text faster than ever | | • | Everything you need to get started, including a high-quality headset |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com
With Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 Standard, a user can talk to the computer and watch the spoken words instantly appear in documents, email and instant messages. Users can even surf the Web just by speaking. Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 turns voice into text three times faster than typing, and it delivers up to 99% accuracy. It learns to recognize the user's voice instantly, and continually improves the more it's used.  Talk to the computer and watch the spoken words instantly appear in documents, email and instant messages. Click to enlarge. |  Quick Voice Formatting makes deleting and formatting text faster than ever. Click to enlarge. |  New on-screen help and tutorials help users become experts in no time. Click to enlarge. | Speech recognition software products like Dragon use the human voice as the main interface between the user and the computer. Millions of users turn to Dragon each day to make PC interaction easier, faster and more fun. Users can dictate and edit in virtually any Windows application, including Microsoft Word, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and AOL. This revolutionary and easy-to-use product gives users everything they need to get started, including a high-quality headset. Turn Talk Into Text Accurate Speech Recognition for PC Applications
Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 Standard offers unprecedented speech recognition with unrivaled accuracy levels: it's up to 20% more accurate than Version 9, with up to 50% more accurate results than the product delivered just five years ago. Users gain the added benefit of avoiding spelling errors and typing mistakes. In fact, the product actually learns from corrections over time. Works With the Applications Users Already Have
Dictate directly into Microsoft Word and most other Microsoft Office applications running on Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows Vista. Dragon also supports popular programs such as Corel WordPerfect, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and AOL. Navigate the desktop by voice: launch or switch applications, save or print documents, and more--even control menus and dialog boxes. Create and Edit Documents and Messages
Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 introduces new graphical icons to enhance the DragonBar user interface, making the product even easier to use. Users can quickly add custom words, such as proper names, to the system's vocabulary. Quick Voice Formatting commands allow users to issue a single voice command, such as "Bold Quick Voice Formatting" to make deleting and formatting text faster than ever. In addition, unique Natural Language Commands mean users don't have to memorize complex instructions. In Word, for example, a user can say, "make that bigger," and the font size increases instantly. With the automatic punctuation option, users can omit spoken periods and commas during dictation--Dragon NaturallySpeaking enters them automatically. Send Email, Instant Messages and Surf the Web--All by Voice
Users can browse the Internet with ease: search the Web, access information and navigate Web pages, simply by speaking URLs and links. User Benefits Faster than Typing
Most people speak more than 120 per minute but type less than 40 words a minute. That means users can create documents and email messages more than three times faster using Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 Standard. The software never makes a spelling mistake, and it actually gets smarter the more it's used. Fun and Easy to Use--Get Started Right Away
Dragon NaturallySpeaking installs quickly and requires no special script reading. New on-screen help and tutorials help users become experts in no time. Users can dictate letters and emails instantly! A comfortable, high-quality headset is included. Avoid Repetitive Strain Injuries
By using voice to control the PC and create documents, users reduce their risk of developing repetitive strain injuries, such as carpal tunnel syndrome.
Key Feature Differences Between Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 Standard and Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 Preferred | Dragon 10
Preferred | Dragon 10
Standard | | More accurate than Dragon NaturallySpeaking 9 | | • | | Faster than Dragon NaturallySpeaking 9 | • | • | | New on-screen help and tutorials--be an expert user right away | • | • | | Create documents, email and instant messages--simply by speaking | • | • | | Surf the Web by voice | • | • | | No enrollment required--get started instantly | • | • | | New on-screen help and tutorials--be an expert user right away | • | • | | Dictate directly into virtually any Microsoft Windows application | • | • | | Control menus and dialog boxes by voice in virtually any Microsoft Windows application | • | • | | Natural commands for Microsoft Outlook Express and Microsoft Excel | • | | | Dragon Voice Shortcuts to speed Web and desktop search | • | | | Automatically transcribe recordings from Nuance-approved handheld recorders or Pocket PCs | • | | | Wireless microphone support, including Bluetooth | • | | | Includes Nuance RealSpeak for turning text into human-sounding synthesized speech | • | | | Play back your dictation for easier correction and proofing | • | | | Insert your signature, logo or boilerplate text in any file with a simple voice command | • | | | Import/export your user files to use on any PC with Dragon NaturallySpeaking | • | |
Product Description
Now you can create documents on your PC without having to type. Dragon NaturallySpeaking enables professional PC users to create documents and emails, fill out forms, and streamline workflow tasks - all by speaking. It is fast, easy and amazingly accurate. It offers complete hands-free use of the PC for disabled users. You can use the Standard version with almost any Windows program, including the full Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Internet Explorer and Corel WordPerfect. It also supports Mozilla Firefox and Thunderbird, and has simultaneous Dictation and Command Modes. Format, edit and control your mouse by voice. It also includes the Nothing But Speech (NBS) Natural Punctuation, USB Audio Support, and Say Web and Browser Links by Voice.
Use with Bluetooth headsets - Microphone Included Mobile - Dictate into a supported digital voice recorder for automatic transcription when you sync with your PC Hands-Free Robust Customization - Create commands that enters blocks of text. Import personal words and phrases into the existing vocabulary. Streamline repetitive tasks Use with Almost Any Windows Program, including the full Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Internet Explorer and Corel WordPerfect Support for Mozilla Firefox and Thunderbird Simultaneous Dictation, Command Modes Format and Edit, Mouse Control by Voice Nothing But Speech (NBS) Natural Punctuation USB Audio Support Say Web and Browser Links by Voice Minimum System Requirements - Dual Core 2.0 GHz and 2 GB RAM
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| Customer Reviews:
 Getting better January 7, 2009
Joe Roberts (Green Bay, WI USA)
I have been a Dragon NaturallySpeaking user since Version 7 and thought Version 9 was great. Version 10 is even better! What most people need to remember, though, is that it is the small, common, everyday words that can cause grief--more so than more complicated words. The program does not nor will it ever eliminate the need to proof read what is dictated.
 It works January 6, 2009
C. A. Freeman (Montevideo, MN. United States)
I have mixed feelings on any voice recognition software. If I knew how to type properly instead of the hunt and peck method I use I wouldn't have any need for this product. I don't use it all that often but when I do it comes in incredibly handy. For example I am using this now to dictate this review. I've had to stop twice now to correct a mistake. Some of that could be caused by the fact I have the Moody blues running in the background on my stereo.
I purchased Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 to replace version 9. That goes to show how much I like the software. One of the reasons I wanted to replace version 9 was it was quite buggy. Sometimes it would crash for no apparent reason, other times the accuracy didn't seem that great. It also was quite a resource hog, but then again so is version 10. However I have a pretty good computer with a quad four processor, and three gigs of RAM so it doesn't really pose a problem. Generally when I'm not using it I shut it off anyway.
I have noticed however that the accuracy and stability is a lot better than version 9. A lot of the quirkiness maybe due to the complexity of the program. It is a full-featured program albeit with a user-friendly interface. As time goes by I will try tweaking the program a little more.
I cannot comment on the included headset that comes with the software. I am still using my trusty Telex USB headset. I've had this thing for years and it works great so why change.
In conclusion all I can say is I'm happy with the software. It is very functional, a step up from version 9, and a lifesaver for those that are typing challenged. It does require some effort on the users part, but then again so do most things that are worthwhile. I would definitely have given it a five star rating if not due to the quirkiness. In all fairness however a lot of that can be blamed on the operator. Compared to previous versions it is definitely a five.
Will not run on Vista 64 bit January 6, 2009
M. Walker (Warrensburg, MO USA)
I am sure it is a great product as it has been around for years. But it will not run on Vista 64 bit at all. It won't even install. The voice recognition in Vista is free and much better than it used to be. Give it a try.
 wont work on a 64bit PC! January 6, 2009
E. Berlin (pgh,pa)
Make sure you know if your computer is 64bit because this will not work on it if so. i wasted $70 on this and it is useless until the company decides to fix this. from the message boards i've found it doesn't look like they will soon.
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Dragon Naturally speaking 10 standard January 6, 2009
Arthur Singleton
This purchase was a disappointment!!!!!
I purchase it for My Student Grandson and He was unable to use it on His new Dell Laptop . Because this product only operate on a 32 bit processor and My Grandson new Laptop operate on 64 bit processor. Why would a product be on the market without a patch/update to be used on computers of the present generation?My Grandson contacted the manufacture (Dragon) and they were unable to help Him at this time.what a big DISAPPOINTMENT.
Arthur Singleton, Suffolk VA.23437
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