Top 3 Best Translation Apps For Smartphones
As countries are slowly starting their vaccination programme for COVID-19, countries are starting to open up their borders. For many people, they will be considering taking a vacation overseas to immerse themselves in another culture. There are many translation apps to help you pick up local lingo as well as ask for directions during your holiday. Here are a few translation apps to consider before you go on holiday.
Google Translation
One of the go translation apps is Google Translation that is simple to use. The app enables you to take a picture of a sign and Google Translation will translate the text in real-time. The app can transcribe speech on the go and provide text translation. You can translate while offline, however, it is currently limited to certain languages.
Translate (iOS)
The Translate app is a dedicated translation app for iOS. Similar to Google Translate, the app has a simple design for ease of use. You choose the language at the top and then input the text or a blue button for voice translation and then it will translate away.
Platform: iOS only - available as part of iOS
Microsoft Translator
Microsoft also offers their version of a translation app with a few more features that is great for business. At a basic level, it offers similar function to Google Translation such as text, voice, conversation, and camera modes. Microsoft Translator has a conversation function where it requires people to join a conversation on their device. The app will then translate in real-time enabling a conversation between two people. This would be reserved for someone you would know on a more personal level.
Summary
Translation apps are a vital tool to break down language barriers when visiting overseas. Often these apps have had a reputation for inaccurate translations. However, accuracy has improved over the years and many new functions, such as visual translation, have improved their practicality. The emergence of artificial intelligence technology has enabled translation apps to improve as more users use the app over time.