I'm constantly seeing ads for Wispr Flow , an AI-powered transcription tool. The pitch—that you'll be able to write faster by talking out loud instead of typing— is compelling , especially if you're a slow typist. The marketing promises you'll be able to "write at the speed of thought, 4x faster than your keyboard." I already type faster than I can think. (Fast typist, or slow thinker? You decide.) But Wispr Flow's core promise isn't just transcription—it's post-processing. The tool uses two steps. First, modern AI transcription tools turn your voice into text; second, a large language model (LLM) removes filler words and formats your words into complete sentences and paragraphs. The idea is that you can talk out your ideas and watch them turn into properly formatted text. This works inside any text box on your computer or phone. I've tested this a few times and have to admit the results are pretty good.…