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Why Whisper Notes for Mac Left the App Store

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“The app uses Accessibility features to insert transcribed text.

Correct.

Accessibility features are intended to help users with different capabilities interact with their devices and app.

OK.

Apps may not use features designed to increase accessibility for other purposes.

I would question that this is “for other purposes”. This is an RSI-prevention tool, makes it easier for users with limited dexterity in their hands/fingers to use their Mac, etc.

Apple's permissions make apps safer, but at the cost of being pretty hostile to developers — especially when there's no alternative API.

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