Real-Time Interpreter

Google has announced that their AI-powered interpreter tool will be available for Android and iOS devices as part of their Google Assistant. When the assistant is activated, the user simply says something like “Translate into German” and then speaks a phrase. The smartphone responds and listens for further input. The feature also works with keyboard input and can translate 44 languages, including Mandarin and Greek.

Interpreter mode is an obvious benefit for travelers, allowing them to carry on a conversation in real-time while speaking different languages. Although it’s not the first development for translation-on-the-go, the sheer volume of users represented by Android and iOS means that it will have a huge impact in the market.