What is push-to-talk?
Push-to-talk is an input method where the microphone is active only while you press and hold a button, and stops the moment you release it. It originated in two-way radio and is now used in apps that want intentional, clearly bounded audio capture. Because the mic is off by default, there is no ambient or continuous listening.
- The microphone is live only during the hold, never in the background.
- Each press defines a clear start and end for a capture session.
- Favors privacy and intent over hands-free convenience.
How Overscope relates
Overscope uses push-to-talk as its only voice entry point: hold the button to speak, release to stop. There is no always-listening or hotword mode.