FROM THE ARCHIVE · FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Vavus Language Translator.

An edited summary of Constantine’s original introduction to the handheld translator, published on February 2, 2023.

Helping people talk while travelling.

The original article introduced Vavus as a portable way to communicate with people who speak another language. It described speaking into a handheld device, reading a translation on its screen, and hearing the translated words aloud.

From speech to translation

The article explained the basic sequence: recognise speech, turn it into text, translate it, and play back the result.

Preparing for a trip

It also introduced offline translation and saved phrases. Available languages and features depend on the device and its software; check your model’s manual before travelling.

This article looks back at the 2023 translator. For your device’s current features and service details, check its manual or contact support with your order information.

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