Notto

Product Introduction

1. Definition: Notto is an AI-powered desktop overlay application (technical category: ambient computing/assistive productivity software) that operates as an invisible layer atop existing workflows. It utilizes real-time speech recognition, natural language processing (NLP), and generative AI to transcribe, dictate, and interact with notes without requiring app switching.
2. Core Value Proposition: Notto exists to eliminate disruptive context switching and automate meeting documentation, enabling professionals to maintain focus. Its primary value is delivering invisible AI assistance that captures meeting transcripts, enables voice-to-text dictation, and provides AI-powered note recall directly within the user's active desktop environment.

Main Features

1. AI Meetings Notetaker: Captures real-time meeting transcription across any conferencing platform (Zoom, Teams, Meet) or in-person discussion using the device's microphone. Utilizes advanced speech-to-text (STT) engines for high accuracy. Generates instant summaries, transcripts, and action items post-meeting without manual input.
2. Universal Dictation: Converts spoken voice into formatted text within any text input field (emails, docs, forms). Works system-wide via a global keyboard shortcut. Employs continuous speech recognition and NLP for punctuation and formatting, operating 3x faster than typing. Supports 100+ languages and custom dictionaries/snippets.
3. Seamless Chat Overlay: Provides a transparent, floating chat interface that remains visible above other applications. Enables users to query AI (like ChatGPT) and soon, chat with their stored notes (RAG - Retrieval Augmented Generation), without minimizing or switching windows. Built using low-level OS window management APIs for persistent overlay functionality.
4. Agentic Dictation & Ghost Mode (Ultra Plan): Agentic Dictation uses LLM agents to intelligently structure complex dictation (e.g., emails, reports). Ghost Mode ensures the Notto overlay remains invisible during screen sharing sessions, using selective window visibility techniques to avoid revealing the assistant to meeting participants.

Problems Solved

1. Pain Point: Disruptive context switching between meeting apps, note-taking apps, and work applications destroys focus and reduces productivity. Manual note-taking also leads to missed details and inaccurate meeting records.
2. Target Audience: Remote workers & hybrid teams, Executives & Managers, Developers & Engineers, Content Creators & Writers, Customer Support & Sales Reps – essentially any knowledge worker involved in frequent meetings or text creation.
3. Use Cases:
   • Real-time transcription of critical client calls or brainstorming sessions on any platform.
   • Dictating lengthy emails or documentation hands-free while referencing other on-screen materials.
   • Instantly recalling specific decisions or action items from past meetings via natural language chat.
   • Maintaining focus during presentations without toggling apps to take notes.
   • Sharing accurate meeting summaries & next steps immediately after calls conclude.

Unique Advantages

1. Differentiation: Unlike app-embedded AI (e.g., Otter.ai within Zoom, Copilot in Teams) or separate note-taking apps (Evernote, Notion), Notto operates as a system-level overlay, providing universal functionality across all desktop applications (browsers, IDEs, office suites). Competitors like Rewind AI focus on recording, while Notto emphasizes real-time, non-intrusive assistance and action.
2. Key Innovation: The core innovation is the "invisible layer" architecture. This involves:
   • A persistent, transparent overlay UI that minimizes visual clutter.
   • System-wide microphone access & text injection enabling functionality anywhere.
   • Ghost Mode technology making the AI assistant undetectable during screen shares.
   • Agentic AI workflows (Ultra Plan) that go beyond simple transcription to structure complex outputs proactively.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is Notto recording everything I do? No, Notto only processes audio when actively transcribing a meeting or during dictation. It does not record screen activity or keystrokes. Users control when transcription/dictation is active.
2. Does Notto work with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Google Meet? Yes, Notto's system-level overlay works universally. It captures audio from any application, including Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, Slack calls, or even in-person conversations using your device's microphone.
3. Will participants see the Notto overlay when I screen share? No, the Ghost Mode feature (included in the Ultra Plan) ensures the Notto overlay is completely invisible during screen sharing on any platform, protecting your workflow privacy.
4. Is the Notto free plan really free forever? Yes, the Notto Starter plan offers permanent free access with core features like limited meeting transcriptions, AI chats, and dictation, ideal for testing or light usage.
5. Can I use local AI models for transcription and generation with Notto? While the current description doesn't specify local model support, Notto's architecture focuses on cloud-based processing for real-time performance. Check their documentation or contact support for future updates on local processing options.