How to Join the Beta Version of the Google Live Transcribe App for Android
Google announced on Monday that it is launching a beta version of a new Android feature called Live Transcribe that can accurately generate written signatures from speech on the fly. It is an accessibility-focused project designed to help people with hearing loss communicate without special arrangements or the purchase of expensive equipment.
Live Transcribe seems easy to use: once activated in the Android accessibility settings menu, you can start a transcription session by clicking the accessibility button and choosing “Live Transcribe”. An internet connection is required to use, but importantly, Google does not store transcripts on its servers, so in theory you keep your privacy and security.
According to Google , Live Transcribe supports 70 languages at launch and supports language switching for fast translation and transcription. Besides speech transcript, it also supports two-way text chat for non-speaking users.
If you have an Android phone and think Live Transcribe can help you or someone in your life, you can sign up for the beta . It works with any phone running Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or higher. Google says Live Transcribe will roll out to users “gradually,” so don’t expect permissions – unless you have a Pixel 3 that already has it installed.