Speech Translator: Real-time Translation for Videos, Audios & Livestreams
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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.
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- Very useful for understanding spoken content, especially with strong accents (e.g., Australian English)
- Provides real-time translation for videos and live broadcasts
- Generally accurate translations for many languages, particularly English
- Helpful for non-English speaking students
- Easy to use and received positive feedback overall
- Only works with microphone input rather than system audio output
- Inconsistent performance with certain languages, particularly Japanese and Cantonese
- Problems with Bluetooth headphone compatibility
- Common issues with setup and permissions leading to frustration
- Translation accuracy and speed could be improved
- Issues with microphone-only input
- Real-time translation capabilities
- Setup and permission difficulties
- Accuracy issues with certain languages
- Positive feedback on usefulness in educational contexts
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Speech Translator requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
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Speech Translator has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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