With Stream on Mac you can dictate across any app and work with your notes on a larger screen.
Get Stream on Mac
- Download Stream Mac from sandbar.com/downloads.
- Sign in with Apple or Google, using the same account as your iPhone.
- To learn how to use your Ring for dictation on Mac, see Set up Universal Dictation.
What you can do
| Feature | What it does |
|---|---|
| Dictate | Swipe up, hold, speak. Stream types into any app |
| Chat | Swipe down to talk to Stream. Replies show up in the Stream tab |
| Notes | Browse, edit and sort into folders |
| Lists and Reminders | Add items, check them off, set reminders |
| Dictations | Every dictation you've made. Copy or add to Notes |
| Stream tab | Your past chats and context. Click the icon in the top-right corner, or use the icon on a Note to jump to the chat where it was created |
| Settings | Account, plan and dictation preferences |
Dictation history is on Mac and Web, not on iPhone. See What is Universal Dictation.
For more on working with your Notes, Lists, and Reminders, including how to revisit the conversations behind your Notes, see Get to know Stream on Web.
The menu bar
Stream runs in your menu bar. Closing the window keeps it running.
- Green icon: connected.
- Red icon: Your Ring isn't connected due to an error. Click the icon to check what went wrong.
From the menu you can also open Stream, share feedback, log out or quit.
When your Mac is idle
Stream disconnects after a few minutes without use, and reconnects when you move the mouse. To change the timing, open the menu bar and choose Disconnect when inactive: off, 5, 10 or 15 minutes.
Updates
Stream on Mac updates itself. Updates install when you open Stream, unlock your Mac or open the lid. They never interrupt a dictation.
Having trouble?
See Dictated text doesn't appear where expected.
Need help?
Email support@sandbar.com, or in Stream iOS:
Settings → Get Support
We usually reply within one business day.