VoiceTra(Voice Translator)

VoiceTra is an innovative speech translation application designed to facilitate travel-related communication across different languages. This app not only translates your spoken words but also provides synthesized voice output, making it an essential tool for travelers and those welcoming visitors to Japan.

Key Features:

VoiceTra leverages advanced technologies in speech recognition, translation, and synthesis, developed by the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT). It converts your spoken phrases into various languages and delivers the translated results through synthesized speech. This app allows for instant switching of translation directions, enabling two individuals speaking different languages to communicate seamlessly using one device. For languages that do not support speech input, text input is also available.

VoiceTra is particularly useful for travel scenarios and is recommended for various contexts such as:

• Transportation: Including buses, trains, rental cars, taxis, airports, and transit systems.
• Shopping: From dining at restaurants to shopping and handling payments.
• Hotels: Assisting with check-ins, check-outs, and cancellations.
• Sightseeing: Enhancing experiences during overseas travel and supporting foreign customers.

Additionally, VoiceTra has been recognized for its utility in disaster prevention and management.

While the app can serve as a dictionary for word lookups, it is most effective when used to input sentences, as it interprets the context to produce accurate translations.

Supported Languages:

VoiceTra supports an impressive range of 31 languages, including Japanese, English, Chinese (simplified and traditional), Korean, Thai, French, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Spanish, Myanmar, Arabic, Italian, Ukrainian, Urdu, Dutch, Khmer, Sinhala, Danish, German, Turkish, Nepali, Hungarian, Hindi, Filipino, Polish, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, Malay, Mongolian, Lao, and Russian.

Usage and Restrictions:

To use VoiceTra, an internet connection is necessary, and the speed of translation may vary depending on your network connectivity. Text input is supported for languages that your device's OS keyboard can handle. Proper font installation is required for correct character display. Be aware that the app's functionality may be affected if the server is down. Users are responsible for any communication fees, including potentially high international data roaming charges.

VoiceTra was initially developed for research purposes, aimed at individuals testing it during travel. The data collected helps enhance speech translation technologies. For continuous business use, consider licensed private services. For detailed terms, please visit our "Terms of Use" page at https://voicetra.nict.go.jp/en/attention.html.

What's New in Version 9.0.4:

• Updated on August 20, 2024, to support Android 14.

VoiceTra is available for free download and supports an easy-to-use interface, allowing users to verify the accuracy of translations. Whether you're traveling abroad or welcoming international guests, VoiceTra is your go-to personal speech translator.