Live Caption

Live Caption

Caption the world around you.

39 ratings
32 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 17, 2015
  • March 15, 2019

Features

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About

This app transcribes spoken words in real-time, displaying them in large text on your device. It facilitates face-to-face conversations and can be used with multiple languages. The app offers an optional subscription for uninterrupted service.

Real-time speech transcription
Adjustable text size and background
Multi-language support
Bluetooth device compatibility
Text editing and copying
Screen streaming to TV
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What's New in Live Caption

2.5

March 15, 2019

We updated the interface of the free version to the simplified, one button layout. No more keyboard taking up half of the screen! Now caption in multiple languages! Go to the settings within the app and change the language to caption while speaking in Spanish, French, Japanese, or Sanskrit! Upgrade to Unlimited to caption uninterrupted for only $2.99 per month!

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Live Caption Unlimited

Uninterrupted, Full-Screen Captions!

$2.991 Month
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User reviews

Doesn’t work?

I don’t see any recent reviews for this app, and maybe there’s a reason for that. This app was recommended on a deaf/hard of hearing website as a good captioning app for your phone. Seemed simple, open the app, tap the microphone, and go. It worked for a bit, the free version only transcribes 60 seconds at a time. So I bought a subscription for unlimited captions, thinking I could use it a lot to help me understand people around me. But then it just stopped working altogether. When I tap the microphone, it blinks but doesn’t transcribe anything. I checked for updates, none needed. I will be unsubscribing, it’s not worth it, even if it was free.
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Inaccurate

This is really bad.

Just downloaded the app

I thought I would try it out. I use another app that allows me lots of time for free. It understands song lyrics and different people. I'm not thrilled at having to pay for this app....we will see.

Freezing

But the app. Paid the $2.99.You can use it for about an hour and a half on either my husband’s iPhone seven or on my brand new iPad, and it works wonderfully then freezes up I have to turn off the appliance in reboot in order to get a green microphone on the app it’s very frustrating

Only captions my voice!

I bought this app with hopes of it working. It does caption MY voice but no one else’s. I have tried multiple people and proximities. Please help! I’d love to have this work for me due to severe heating loss.

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FAQ

What does the Live Caption app do?

The app transcribes spoken words in real-time, displaying them as large text on your iPhone or iPad. It is designed for face-to-face conversations and helps users understand what is being said around them.

Is Live Caption free to use?

Yes, you can use the standard version of Live Caption without purchasing a subscription. An optional subscription is available for uninterrupted captioning service.

What languages does Live Caption support?

The app supports captioning in multiple languages, including Spanish, French, Japanese, and Sanskrit. You can change the language in the app's settings.

Can I use Live Caption for phone calls?

No, the app is not designed for use with incoming phone calls. It is intended for live, face-to-face conversations and other real-time spoken interactions.

How accurate is the captioning?

Captioning accuracy may vary with strong accents or children's voices. The app uses voice recognition software to transcribe speech, and while generally effective, it is not always perfect.