Messenger Pigeon by habitat learn

One space for learning
and Accessibility

Messenger Pigeon is where learning meets inclusion. A human and AI-powered platform that brings together note taking, transcription, text-to-speech, and study tools, so every learning moment becomes accessible, organised, and actionable.

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Project phase
Discovery audit
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Planning brief
Execution track
Performance review
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Project phase
Discovery audit
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Planning brief
Execution track
Performance review

Your learning journey: captured, organised, and ready to review

Capture: Stay present, without missing what matters

Record lectures, seminars, and study sessions as they happen. Messenger Pigeon turns audio and video into accurate, searchable transcripts and structured notes automatically. So you can focus on listening, not scrambling to keep up.
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Organize: Everything, connected and easy to find

Keep recordings, transcripts, and notes in one place, fully connected and easy to navigate. Jump to key moments, search instantly, and pick up where you left off without digging through files.

Engage: Turn information
into understanding

Go beyond passive notes. Ask questions, generate quizzes, and revisit concepts in different ways. Messenger Pigeon helps you actively work with your material, so it sticks.
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Features

Features and tools designed for engaged and inclusive learning

Lecture Recordings & Uploads
Record live or upload audio and video later. Recording works offline; you only need a connection to upload.
Instant AI Transcripts
Accurate, searchable transcripts in multiple languages, ready soon after the lecture ends.
Professional Notes
A trained note-taker turns your recording into clear, structured notes, ready to review within 24–48 hours. Available pay-per-use on any plan.
Human-Like Text to Speech
Listen to your notes and transcripts in a natural voice while you commute or review hands-free.
AI Study Assistant
Designed by learning strategists. Chat or talk with it to explain ideas, summarize lectures and generate quizzes from your own material.
Live Captions
Follow along in real time with captions on your phone or laptop, so nothing slips past if you look away or the room is noisy.
Design thinking

Built for how students actually learn

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Designed with learning experts.
Every feature is shaped by how students study in real classes, not ideal ones.
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AI that supports your learning.
The AI Study Assistant works from your own lectures to help you understand and practice. With Zero Retention AI, your data isn't kept by AI providers.
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The same support in every lecture.
No waiting on a classmate's notes. Your recording, transcript and study tools are there every time.
Testimonials

Our learners’ success is our best testament

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“I really appreciate the concise and detailed notes! And the layout of Messenger Pigeon is fantastic compared to the other apps I have used in the past"
Student
OCAD University
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“Messenger Pigeon has been essential to my success as a student. Without it, I don’t think I would be able to keep up with my coursework.”
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The questions we hear all the time, answered in one place.

What is Messenger Pigeon?
Messenger Pigeon is an AI-powered note-taking app for lectures that provides real-time transcription, summary notes, and study tools to help students capture and understand their learning.
How does Messenger Pigeon support student learning?
Messenger Pigeon provides real-time lecture transcription and turns spoken content into structured notes, summaries, and study materials. This helps students review information faster and improve retention.
Is Messenger Pigeon secure and compliant with privacy standards?
Yes, Messenger Pigeon follows strict data protection standards uses zero data retention AI and is HIPAA compliant, ensuring that sensitive information is handled securely and responsibly.
Is Messenger Pigeon accessible?
Yes, Messenger Pigeon is developed in alignment with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), helping institutions meet accessibility requirements while providing a more equitable learning experience across diverse student populations. VPAT is available upon request.
Who is Messenger Pigeon designed for?
Messenger Pigeon is designed for university and college students, including those who benefit from note-taking support, captioning, and accessible learning tools. It’s used by institutions to improve accessibility and student outcomes.
How is Messenger Pigeon different from other note-taking apps?
Unlike traditional note-taking applications, Messenger Pigeon is designed specifically for higher education environments. It combines real-time lecture transcription, AI-powered summaries, and structured study tools to support both accessibility and academic success at scale.Built in collaboration with learning experts, Messenger Pigeon goes beyond simple note capture to provide a consistent, institution-wide solution that reduces reliance on manual note-taking support while improving the student learning experience.

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