Orate
On-device text-to-speech app for macOS that turns selected text into a listening queue.
Category: AI Audio
Overview
Orate is a privacy-focused text-to-speech tool for Mac that converts any selected text into natural-sounding audio. It functions as a ‘read-it-later’ service for your ears, processing everything locally on your device without cloud uploads.
How to use it?
Select any text in an app and press the keyboard shortcut ⌥⌘L to add it to your queue. You can then manage your listening queue, adjust playback speed, and switch between various built-in voices directly from the menu bar.
Features
On-device speech synthesis, Listening queue management, Adjustable playback speeds, 14 built-in voices, Menu bar integration, Privacy-focused local processing
Similar Websites