Thursday, September 4, 2014

Quicktate Announces New Procedures to Transcribe Evernote Audios

SAN FRANCISCO, CA  (September 4, 2014) - Quicktate has announced that it has changed the way Evernote Audio Notes are processed for transcription.  

Transcription is available to Evernote’s 100 million+ users simply by setting up a Quicktate account.

“Quicktate will accurately convert your Audio Note into high-quality searchable text and automatically submit it back to Evernote where it will be saved alongside the audio”, according to Lee Dorfman, Quicktate's CEO. "Prices start at less than 1 cent per word, with plans available for General, Legal and Medical transcription. Quicktate transcribes English, Spanish or French audios of any size. New users who sign up at http://quicktate.com/evernote.php will automatically get a $5.00 instant credit so that they may try the service.”

Audio files in Evernote are automatically and immediately delivered from Evernote to Quicktate to be transcribed if:

  • The user permits Evernote to deliver audio notes to Quicktate (this is done from the user’s Profile page in Quicktate);

  • “Quicktate” is included in the name of the Audio Note, or the Audio Note is tagged “Quicktate”

About Quicktate
Quicktate provides high quality speech transcription, which easily integrates into existing services using a flexible REST API. Current applications include call auditing and transcribing voice mail messages, conference calls, iPhone, Android, and Evernote voice recordings. Specialties include medical, legal, general and law enforcement dictation. Quicktate is based in San Francisco, California.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Mr. Lee J. Dorfman
President and Chief Executive Officer
(877) DICTATE ext. 2



Thursday, June 12, 2014

What Typists Have to Say About Quicktate 2014-2015

"I love the timely pay..."

"I love the flexibility of this job. I love the timely pay and I love the opportunity to refer people. All around it has been an excellent experience." 

Sheila, Tanay, Philippines

"I love how I'm able to work around my schedule..."

"I am happy to be working at Quicktate. I love how I'm able to work around my schedule. It's hassle-free, drama-free, and all I have to worry about is how to turn in quality output for the customers and the company. I get paid on time and I know how much I'm going to be paid as soon as I hit the submit button. There are no surprises. Peace of mind and reliable payment schedules."

Karen, Long Beach, California

"Quicktate is always finding ways to make things easier for the typists..."

"I have been working with Quicktate for 5 years. They have had there ups and downs just like any company. Quicktate is always finding ways to make things easier for the typists, like new program to speed up typing. I have always been paid, never have I not received my pay. Good part time company to work for. The more you type the more you make."

Jhake, Illigan City, Philippines 

"I love transcribing for Quicktate..."

"I love transcribing for Quicktate. On-time weekly payments. What more could you ask for? :)"

Bianca, Wichita, Kansas


"I can work whenever I want for as long as I want..."

"I have really enjoyed working for Quicktate. It is fun and interesting work, and being able to do this work is extremely beneficial for me. I am really glad that I found Quicktate as someone who enjoys transcribing and also needs to be able to work at home. I can work whenever I want for as long as I want, and that flexibility is wonderful."

Mai, Manila, Philippines


"Payment is always on time..."

"Thank you for giving us a chance to work at home. Quicktate payment is always on time and match with the audit they show through the Work History tab. The only problem we have with Quicktate, not really a problem but could help improve typists performance, is that they don't provide feedback on your work so you'll know how well you perform."

Christie, Garland, Texas


"They provide great communication when/if you need them."

"I have been typing for Quicktate for over 4 years now and love working with them! They always pay on time, the workflow is generally steady and they provide great communication when/if you need them. I have no complaints and recommend anyone interested in contracting with them to definitely apply! :)"

Timothy, Denver, Colorado


"I have been impressed for many years..."

"I have been so impressed with this job for many years and many reasons. They have never been late to pay us, unless there are circumstances beyond their control, which may have happened twice that I can remember, and that's in 5 years. It is easy to do, you can work when you want, and it is just great!!  It's also very interesting, never the same thing twice!!  Love it!!"

Judy V., Cape Girardeau, Missouri

"Friendly staff. They answer all my inquiries immediately..."

"Friendly staff. They answer all my inquiries immediately. Payment is on time or in advance!"

Kate A., Makati, Philippines


"I love that there is always work available.  The number of different types of call make it interesting work..."

"I started typing with Quicktate a few months ago. I just received my first payment today. I love that there is always work available and I  can work as long, or as short, as I want to. I especially love doing the automobile files and the legal files, which pay a little bit more. The pay is weekly through Paypal, which is nice. The number of different types of calls make it interesting work."

Shayna M., Leavenworth, Kansas


"I LOVE QUICKTATE! I do a lot of work from home and Quicktate is by far my favorite..."

"I LOVE Quicktate! I can work whenever work is available. It is easy, fun and you earn a good bit if you invest a lot of time. I do a lot of work from home and Quicktate by far is my favorite. They pay on time. If you love to type and can write word for word, its for you!

Danielle L., Salisbury, North Carolina


"Great part-time job!..."

"I have only been working for Quicktate for a month but I really like the job, the flexibility of working when I want and the extra money that I get from it.  It is great getting paid every Monday!  Great part-time job!"

Melanie B., Cumberland

"It's a great way to make a little extra money..."

"I transcribe for both iDictate and Quicktate, I definitely prefer getting files from iDictate, speaker is generally more clear to understand and the jobs pay higher. The pay is ok, but could be higher, but considering you can work at any time with no set schedule it's a good way to make a little extra money."

Holly W., Marengo

"Quicktate has been a wonderful addition to my life since 2009..."

"Quicktate has been a wonderful addition to my life since 2009. Whenever I have needed additional income during employment gaps, Quicktate has always been there for me. It has provided a flexible, easy, fun way to make extra money and has been a lifesaver for me when I have gone through very difficult financial times. Thank you Quicktate for providing this opportunity and allowing me to earn extra income on my own schedule."

Dana K., Overland Park

"I look forward to growing more and more with Quicktate..."

"I enjoy typing for Quicktate. At first I was only allowed to transcribe short and long phone messages. As I hung in and was persistent I was offered Automotive transcriptions which has boosted my ability to earn more money. The best feature is getting paid each week and being able to control how much or how little I make. I look forward to growing more and more with Quicktate."

Bridget C., Casco

"It's convenient and enjoyable..."

"I have only been dictating for a couple of months, however I enjoy it very much. I currently have a full time job and anytime I have down time I am able to dictate and make extra money on the side. It's convenient and enjoyable!"

Claudia W., San Antonio, TX

"I've had this job since 2010 and it's been helping me with bills."

In all honesty, I have tried several typing jobs from different online companies; Quicktate is the easiest. I never had problems with Quicktate, specifically, payments. I've had this job since 2010 and it's been helping me with bills. I am not at all pressured or stressed out. At first, it might be hard for some, but you don't need to be a professional typist to do the job well; just absorb the guidelines and you're set. There are also other jobs that they offer once you passed; my favorite is analyzing forms because it pays more. For me, it's a fun experience. Thank you Quicktate!

Anne Beverly T. Makati, Philippines

"Quicktate pays on time and up to the last cent."

Quicktate pays on time and up to the last cent. I really enjoy working for this company.

Arlene O.   Manila, Philippines

"Quicktate is amazing!"

My Quicktate income is a big help for my family. On time payment, informative, helpful staff. Quicktate is amazing!

Kate A. Makati City, Philippines

"What I like most about them is they are legit."

I've been working for Quicktate for almost 5 years and what I like most about them is they are legit. They really pay for all work and every cent.

Belle H.  Iloilo, Philippines

"I love working for Quicktate! It is the perfect second job."

I love working for Quicktate! It is the perfect second job. You can work from home and work your own hours. The pay is always prompt, and you always get your money, no matter how little or how much you worked. No waiting to reach a certain level to get paid.

Denise V.     Fischbach bei Dahn, Germany

"... am easily able to make enough money to help keep up with my baby's clothing needs as she grows out of them at warp speed."

Becoming a stay at home mom with the birth of my first child, I needed to find some extra income to help with household expenses.  Quicktate was a wonderful answer to that problem.  I am able to get on when I have a free moment, and am easily able to make enough money to help keep up with my baby's clothing needs as she grows out of them at warp speed.

Elizabeth S. Milwaukee, WI

"Quicktate is an excellent company."

It has been a great experience. Quicktate is an excellent company. I'm very happy to be working for them.

Jose P. Guatemala, Guatemala

"My favorite at-home job..."

I really love Quicktate. Instructions are clear, FAQs are constantly updated, there's live help if you get mixed up, you're paid weekly in Paypal, which is convenient, and the job is just pretty fun. You are not obligated to do a certain amount of assignments, which makes the job even more enjoyable and flexible. Honestly, my favorite at-home job for that last reason. Flexibility.

Khalidah A. Newark, Delaware

"I love Quicktate..."

I love Quicktate. I can sign on whenever I want to and work for however long I want to. Pay is always on time. Great little job.

Lois E. Glendale,  AZ

"Look to many more years with Quicktate!"

Work is fun and satisfying. Pay is good for an online gig. Look to many more years with Quicktate!

Bianca G.  Garland, TX

"I have enjoyed working with Quicktate since 2010, very professional company"

I have enjoyed working with Quicktate since 2010, very professional company.

Victoria G.   Gulfport, FL

"The time I have been with Quicktate so far has been great..."

"The time I have been with Quicktate so far has been great. I truly enjoy this fun fulfilling work! Thank you Quicktate!

Bonnie B.    Hampstead, North Carolina

"It's a great way to do something productively at home and earn quickly as you go..."

It's a great way to do something productively at home and earn quickly as you go. Never delayed. Always on time. 

Shella B. Iligan City, Philippines

"Never missed a payment since I joined in January 2010..."

I love Quicktate! Never missed a payment since I joined in January 2010.

Beth G. Paranaque, Philippines

"Quicktate pays on time, sometimes earlier..."

Quicktate pays on time, sometimes earlier. Very reliable.

Angel L.  Manila, Philippines

"Enjoyable work..."

Work when you want, pay on time. Enjoyable work. 

Karen S.  Wichita, KS 
(started accepting assignments 2009)










Friday, March 21, 2014

Quicktate Turns Google Voice Messages into More Accurate Transcripts

SAN FRANCISCO, CA  (Marketwired - March 20, 2014) - Quicktate has announced that it has developed a simple procedure to convert Google Voice messages into more accurate transcripts.


While Google Voice has millions of satisfied users, there are still a lot of complaints about the quality of its automated transcription.  According to many Google Voice users,  the transcripts are frequently unreadable, undecipherable, or don't make sense. For example, the message below was first transcribed by Google Voice (left), and then re-transcribed by Quicktate (right).

  Transcribed by Google Voice                Transcribed by Quicktate image00.jpg        image01.jpg

Quicktate solves this quality problem by automatically assigning Google Voice files to its team of professional transcribers who quickly convert the voice mail messages into clear and accurate text (assuming of course that a human can understand the message). The completed transcripts are then emailed back to the user along with a link to the audio.


Registered users may submit Google Voice mail messages to Quicktate on an as-needed basis (i.e. only when a more accurate transcript is needed) by simply forwarding the message to transcribe @ quicktate.com, or may choose to automatically deliver all Google Voice mail messages to Quicktate. Instructions can be found at http://www.quicktate.com/gv_tutorial.php.  In all cases, users will continue to receive their Google Voice messages and Google transcription just as they do now.


With higher quality transcripts, users can more easily read and understand their important messages, and can more reliably perform key-word searches in Google and in Evernote.


"Starting today, users can now enjoy all the benefits of Google Voice, and get high-quality transcription" according to Lee Dorfman, Quicktate's CEO. "Prices start at less than 1 cent per word, with plans available for General, Legal and Medical transcription."  

For faster turn-around-times, Google Voice users should select a General Transcription plan utilizing Global Typists.


Google Voice users may test Quicktate for free.  To get started, visit http://www.quicktate.com/gv.php.

About Quicktate
Quicktate provides high quality speech transcription, which easily integrates into existing services using a flexible REST API. Current applications include call auditing and transcribing voice mail messages, conference calls, iPhone, Android, and Evernote voice recordings. Specialties include medical, legal, general and law enforcement dictation. Quicktate is based in San Francisco, California.


CONTACT INFORMATION
Mr. Lee J. Dorfman
President and Chief Executive Officer
(877) DICTATE ext. 2
ljd@quicktate.com

Saturday, January 18, 2014

How AccessLine Users Can Get Their Voicemail Messages Transcribed by Quicktate and Saved in Evernote

Users of AccessLine, a leading provider of cloud-based phone and voice services recently acquired by Intermedia, may easily configure their preferences so that their voice mail messages are automatically transcribed by Quicktate (humans) and searchable in Evernote. This blog post will show you how to get set up in 3 easy steps.

1. Set Your AccessLine Preferences
Log into your AccessLine Account
Go to Settings and select the Notification tab (see diagram below)
Turn Email Notifications to "on"

Enter your Evernote email address (find this in Evernote at Account/ General Settings)
Select Attach the voice mail message as a .WAV file

Select the type of message(s) you wish to be notified of
Click "Save"


2. Create a Quicktate Account and an Evernote Account
If you don't have a Quicktate account, Create one 
If you don't have an Evernote account, Create one

3. Sync your Quicktate and Evernote Accounts
Log in to Quicktate and click Enable Evernote


Here's what your voice mail messages will look like in your Evernote account. Note that the transcript magically appears along-side the audio file. Your voice mail messages can now be searched in Evernote.








Saturday, January 4, 2014

How to use Quicktate & Evernote to get more done


For those of you who make lots of notes, lists and reminders, you’ll find today’s blog post to be very exciting.  With so little time to get so much done, anything to increase productivity is worth a shot.  And using your voice might just be the key. 

1. You open Evernote on one of your devices;
2. You record a voice note and save it;
3. In minutes your voice note is transcribed and the transcript magically appears in Evernote;

Quicktate can actually turn Evernote voice notes into text that you can easily search and access anywhere you have Evernote installed.

What are some examples of audio files you can record and have transcribed in Evernote?
1. To-do list, To-call list, Grocery list; Supply list, Holiday gift list; Packing list, Bucket list;
2. Summaries of meetings you attended;
3. Summaries of phone calls;
4. Notes for the book you want to write (or dictate the whole book);
5. Ideas that randomly pop into your head;
6. Property or site inspection reports if you work or take notes in the field.

Transcribing these notes might be the easiest way to find and remember them later.

An introduction to Quicktate
Unlike some transcription services, Quicktate does not use voice recognition technology but rather, employs its own team of pre-screened professionals that transcribe voice recordings. Because your audio notes are transcribed by a real human, the accuracy of the transcription is remarkably high, and the turnaround is surprisingly quick.

Quicktate transcribes both long and short voice notes, voice mail messages and recordings of phone calls. One-minute voice notes recorded in Evernote are usually transcribed within 3 to 4 minutes.  Longer notes will take more time.

To start using Quicktate, first create an account. As part of setting up your account, you’ll be asked to authorize Quicktate to access your Evernote account. (Don’t worry, Quicktate can only see your new audio notes – Quicktate cannot see your other notes.) After you’ve linked your accounts, any time you create an audio recording in Evernote, the recording will be sent to Quicktate for transcription, and the transcribed text will go straight back into the original note in your Evernote account.

You can record an audio note in every version of Evernote. But if you’re on the go, you can also call (888) 222-NOTE and dictate your recording by phone.

In addition to creating your audio in Evernote, you can send audios to Evernote by email, and those audios, assuming they are mp3, Wav, or AIF, will be transcribed too. 

And one more thing.  Not only can you email your own recordings to Evernote, but you can also deliver your voicemail messages (or call recordings) to Evernote where they too will be transcribed and become searchable. This feature only works if your phone provider is able to email audio recordings.   A few phone providers that can email voicemail or call recordings are 8×8, Accessline, Cisco, inTalk, Kall8, Ring Central and Vitelity. The diagram above shows how this works. 

A Word of Caution
If you don’t want a particular audio note transcribed, please visit the “How it Works” page of the Quicktate website.

Conclusion
Dictating and transcribing your notes right in Evernote might just allow you to get more done in less time.  You can try Quicktate for free (automatic $5.00 credit) at http://quicktate.com/evernote