Hitoku Draft has launched as an open-source, voice-first AI assistant that runs entirely locally on Apple Silicon Macs. The context-aware tool reads users' screens, documents, and active applications to understand their work environment. Priced at $5, it enables hands-free interactions across various tasks like querying PDFs, replying to emails, and creating calendar events.

The tool supports Gemma 4 and Qwen 3.5 for text generation, with multiple speech-to-text backends including Parakeet and Qwen3-ASR. Unlike cloud-based solutions, Hitoku Draft processes data locally without telemetry or account requirements. Its neural engine and GPU inference work in parallel for faster performance than server-dependent alternatives.

Currently used with Claude Code and Logseq, Hitoku Draft demonstrates practical integration with existing developer workflows. The voice editing capabilities allow for refinement of transcribed audio or video recordings directly within the app. The development team is working on a cross-platform version to expand accessibility beyond Apple Silicon, aiming to create AI interactive local models serving professionals.