1.8.1

KoljaB/RealtimeSTT1.8.1Apr 4, 2026by Kieirra

AI Summary

Patch release fixing macOS shortcuts and adding support for virtual microphones.

Key Highlights

Fix shortcuts not working on macOS
Allow virtual microphones in device list
Security updates for dependencies

New Features

Fix for macOS shortcuts (Space and others) using polling-based approach
Remove Ctrl+B shortcut
Allow virtual microphones (e.g., Nvidia Broadcast)
Add beta tag and CPU usage warning
Security updates for dependencies

Full Release Notes

# Murmure 1.8.1

This patch release fixes a critical issue on macOS where shortcuts (including Space) were not detected, along with several smaller fixes.

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## Bug Fixes

- **(macOS) Fix shortcuts not working** - Space and other shortcuts were not detected on macOS. Replaced rdev event listener with polling-based approach.
- Remove Ctrl+B shortcut that could hide sidebar ([#266](https://github.com/Kieirra/murmure/issues/266)).
- Allow virtual microphones in device list, e.g. Nvidia Broadcast ([#164](https://github.com/Kieirra/murmure/issues/164)).
- Add beta tag and CPU usage warning for Voice Mode.
- Security updates for dependencies.

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See full [CHANGELOG](https://github.com/Kieirra/murmure/blob/main/CHANGELOG.md).