Speech Translator

Translate any video, audio or livestream in real-time.
What is Speech Translator?
Speech Translator is a Chrome extension that uses Google's speech recognition technology to convert any spoken words into text and translate it into any language. It can transcribe and translate from any source including videos, audios, and livestreams. It can also be used for practice in language learning, creating translated subtitles or captions, enhancing accessibility, and more.

Extension stats

Version: 0.2.2 (Last updated: 2023-12-27)
Creation date: 2023-07-07
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • notifications
  • storage
  • activeTab
  • scripting
  • system.display
  • contextMenus
  • sidePanel
Host permissions:
  • https://script.google.com/macros/s/*
  • https://script.googleusercontent.com/macros/*
  • https://translate.googleapis.com/translate_a/*
  • https://*.kappaflow.dev/*
Size: 50.96M

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Extension summary

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This extension uses speech recognition technology, powered by Google, to convert speech from any source into text: the transcribing process. Then it translates the text from one language to another using the selected service.

You can use it for:

— 🎞️ Transcribing and translating livestreams, videos, calls, etc. — 🎤 Transcribing and translating your speech for a livestream overlay in OBS (for livestreamers) — 🖥️ Real-time computer-assisted translation (basically human translation) — 📖 Practicing language learning by dictating the text and reading the translation — 🔠 Creating translated subtitles or captions for videos or podcasts — 👩‍💻 Creating a non-machine translation using the textual version of spoken words (called transcript) — 👂 Enhancing accessibility for people with hearing impairments

The extension can be used on Android with Kiwi Browser. But please keep in mind that the extension is not designed for video translation on mobile devices and for mobile usage in general. You may experience some limitations and issues on Android devices, due to technical reasons. If you want to enjoy full functionality on mobile devices, please consider to fund the mobile app development. This will ensure that all features of the extension work correctly on mobile devices.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Effective live translation for multiple languages
  • Useful for communicating with speakers of different languages
  • User-friendly for students
  • Works well for translating Twitch streams and videos
  • Best real-time translator tool according to some users
Cons
  • Issues with audio detection and device setup
  • Not functioning properly on certain websites (e.g., Twitch, YouTube)
  • Often cuts out or stops translating after a short period
  • Complicated setup process that is time-consuming
  • Microphone access issues preventing translation
Most mentioned
  • Audio device detection problems
  • Translation stops or cuts out after a brief period
  • Complications with microphone settings
  • Mixed experiences with website compatibility
  • Need for better guides or tutorials for setup
Recent reviews
good
by shengping guo, 2024-11-20

good
by Nguyễn Tuấn, 2024-11-18

Good job
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Speech Translator requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Speech Translator has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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