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Google Live Transcribe

by Google

Android
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About

Google Live Transcribe is a built-in accessibility feature and standalone app for Android devices, developed in partnership with Gallaudet University — the premier institution for deaf and hard-of-hearing education in the United States. All audio is processed on-device, meaning no voice data is stored or transmitted to Google servers.

What It Does

Live Transcribe displays real-time captions of spoken conversation and ambient sounds on screen. The companion Sound Notifications feature alerts users to important audio events such as fire alarms, baby cries, or someone saying their name. The app supports more than 120 languages, works with external Bluetooth and wired microphones for better audio pickup, and lets users type text replies on screen for two-way communication.

Who It Helps

Live Transcribe is designed for deaf and hard-of-hearing users of all ages who use Android smartphones, providing an always-available, privacy-respecting captioning solution for daily life, appointments, and social interactions.

Who it helps

deaf
hard-of-hearing

Details

Featured
Cost
Free
Age groups
  • All Ages
  • Middle & High School (12–18)
  • Young Adult (18–26)
  • Adult (26+)

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