Google Translate adds two improvements for live translation
Google Translate is introducing two new features for live translation. Users can now run translation in the background to multitask or lock their phone screen. The feature is also now available through the phone's earpiece on iOS (already available on Android), eliminating the need for headphones.
What are the two new features being added to Google Translate's live translation?
The two features are background live translation, which allows users to multitask and lock their screen while still receiving translations, and live translation through the phone's earpiece without requiring headphones. Background translation is currently on Android with iOS support coming soon, while earpiece translation is now available on iOS and was already on Android.
Which platforms currently support background live translation?
Background live translation is currently available on Android, with iOS support coming in the future.
What are practical use cases for these new features?
Background translation is useful on trains or public transport when waiting for announcements, while earpiece translation is beneficial in noisy environments like airports when headphones are not available.
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