# MagPie - Native speech — Instant voice translator

> Instant voice translator app for real-time spoken language translation. (iPhone/iPad app by Voenix Technologies Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magpie-native-speech/id6446232308 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Voenix Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1562557899)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 45 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-05-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magpie-native-speech/id6446232308/reviews.md

## What is MagPie?

With our newest app, you’ll be able to hear your speech instantly translated. It’s simple, fast, and reliable. 
Finally, fair goodbye to the old world of “lost in translation” as you welcome the richness of world languages. 

Once you start the app, it defaults to your device's language. You can immediately start speaking to it.
The main button is the one that pulsates. You need to press and hold and then speak. Say a sentence.
Release the button, and it will automatically be translated and spoken in the destination language. 
Make sure that the phone is not on silent mode and that the phone volume is adjusted.
Use it exactly like a Walkie-Talkie. You press and hold and it is listening. You release and hear the translation. Too easy.

For example, you are in Italy. You want to ask someone on the street.
You press, hold, and say "Excuse me, where can I find a good pizzeria?"
You release and the phone automatically translates and speaks to the person in his language.
Then you can press the small green swap button (up and down arrows) which reverses the languages.
Now the phone listens to Italian and you press, hold, and allow the person to answer on your phone.
Release and you here the translated answer in English.
"A couple of streets north, turn right, and you will find a beautiful pizzeria called Dolce Vita".

At the bottom of the screen, you can swipe up the settings where you can change the dictation (source language) as well as the target language.
Also, you can adjust the speed of the speaking voice to slower if the current is too fast.

Isn't that so simple, but so powerful? 

For some languages, there could be no voice support in your device, in which case you will see the translated text, that you can show abroad.
Different devices have different languages installed. You can adjust those in your phone's Settings, Accessibility, Spoken Content, Voices.

Use the app to communicate everywhere you go. Or you can practice your pronunciation. And much much more.

## Key features

- Instant voice translation
- Walkie-talkie style operation
- Language direction swap
- Adjustable speaking speed
- Text display for unsupported voices
- Customizable source and target languages

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad Free Experience | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magpie-native-speech/id6446232308/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app

*2023-10-24, version 1.3.0*

Beautiful! So easy to use and so many languages to hear! Five star

### 5/5 — Better than any other translation app on the market

*2023-09-26, version 1.3.0*

I have worked with newcomers all my career, and have interacted with countless interpreters and translators.  It’s a hard job that no app has really mastered - but Magpie comes closer than anything else I have seen.  Hold it up to someone speaking something in another language - even a quote from tv - and you get an immediate, accurate translation of it.  Wish my mom had this when she did groceries or doctor appointments!

### 5/5 — Helpful during my trip to Azores

*2023-09-26, version 1.3.0*

I went to the Azores Portugal this summer where a lot of the locals didn’t speak English. I was grateful to this app for acting as a guide and source of communication between me and my Airbnb host. I’m glad that I had this app for quick and easy conversation. Very intuitive to use, thanks MagPie 😁

### 5/5 — What an incredible app!

*2023-07-05, version 1.2.3*

I really appreciate this app, it helps me so much and makes life much easier.

## Frequently asked questions about MagPie

### How does MagPie translate speech?

MagPie works like a walkie-talkie. You press and hold the main pulsating button to speak, then release it. The app automatically translates and speaks your sentence in the destination language.

### Can I swap languages in MagPie?

Yes, you can easily swap the source and target languages using the small green swap button. This allows for two-way conversations where the app listens in one language and speaks in another, and vice versa.

### What if my device doesn't support voice output for a language in MagPie?

For some languages, voice support might not be available on your device. In such cases, MagPie will display the translated text on the screen, which you can then show to the other person.

### Can I adjust the speaking speed in MagPie?

Yes, you can adjust the speed of the speaking voice within the app's settings. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access settings and choose a slower speed if the default is too fast for you.

### Does MagPie have ads?

Yes, MagPie contains advertisements. As a free application with in-app purchases, advertisements are displayed to support its development and continued availability.

### What devices does MagPie support?

MagPie is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to function across these Apple mobile platforms.

### How often is MagPie updated?

The latest version of MagPie is 1.4.1, and it was last updated on December 25, 2023. Updates typically include improvements and new features.

### What is the age rating for MagPie?

MagPie has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged 4 and above, with content generally considered appropriate for this age group.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.1 — 2023-12-25

Brand new release, brand new major feature.
Now you can save your favourite phrases and sentences into category groups called Collections.
We start you with the classic "My favourites" Collection but you can create others to organize your bookmarked items, 
for example Work, Travel, Business and anything else you require. 

Once you translate, press the star icon and choose your Collection.
From out brand new menu drawer, go to your Collections and pick up your item. 

View and listen to it instantly. Enjoy.

### 1.3.0 — 2023-07-21

Incredible new updates for MagPie.
Now you can see the text in the original language alongside the translation. See what you hear. 
You can hear again (and again...) the last translation (by pressing the repeat button on the main and text screens).
Brand new sharing function. 
Share the translated text (from the text screen) directly into a message, chat, email, etc.
Also share the audio translation (audio file through the audio button on the main screen) directly into your favorite messaging, chat, or email app.

Talk to the world

### 1.2.3 — 2023-06-12

We have added a new Show Text button that will show you the translated text of your last recording.
Enjoy MagPie and let it be your trusted translation pal wherever you are in the world.

### 1.2.2 — 2023-05-21

We are pleased to introduce our new app MagPie - Native speech.
Enjoy translating your conversations and communicate all over the world.

### 1.2.1 — 2023-05-21

We are pleased to introduce our new app MagPie - Native speech.
Enjoy translating your conversations and communicate all over the world.

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