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Google adds Gemini-powered dictation to Gboard, which could be bad news for dictation startups

Google has introduced Rambler, a new Gemini-powered dictation feature for Gboard that offers advanced capabilities like filler word removal, mid-sentence corrections, and multilingual code-switching. The feature processes audio both on-device and in the cloud while promising not to store voice recordings. This move positions Google as a direct competitor to specialized dictation startups like Wispr Flow and Typeless, potentially disrupting their market position.

Background

Gboard is Google's virtual keyboard app for Android and iOS devices, offering features like glide typing, voice typing, and search integration. The integration of advanced AI dictation capabilities represents a significant upgrade to its existing voice input features.

Source
TechCrunch
Published
May 13, 2026 at 01:00 AM
Score
7.0 / 10