Parley Live Translate
Translate to your ears live
About
This app provides real-time, on-device translation for conversations in multiple languages. It listens, transcribes, translates, and can speak the translation aloud, all while working offline.
What's New in Parley Live Translate
1.0
June 2, 2026
Developer apps
FAQ
What languages does Parley support?
Parley supports 21 languages at launch, including Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Dutch, English (British and American), French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese (Brazilian), Russian, Spanish (European and Mexican), Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.
Does Parley work offline?
Yes, Parley works entirely offline. Once the language models are downloaded to your device, you can use it anywhere without a cellular signal, such as on planes, trains, or in remote areas.
How does Parley handle translations?
Parley listens to conversations, transcribes what is said in the original language, translates it into your chosen language, and can optionally read the translation aloud. The translated text is displayed in a larger, easy-to-read format.
Can Parley translate when my phone screen is off?
Yes, Parley functions as a background audio app. You can lock your phone or put it in your pocket, and the live transcription and translation will continue to run until you manually stop the session.
Does Parley have ads?
No, Parley does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free application.
What devices is Parley compatible with?
Parley is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It utilizes on-device speech transcription and translation models that are part of the iOS system.
How is the translation quality in Parley?
Parley uses high-quality progressive transcriber models for most Western European languages and falls back to wider dictation transcribers for languages like Thai, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Hindi, and Vietnamese, ensuring automatic selection of the best available model.
Can I use Parley with headphones?
Yes, Parley supports hands-free use with AirPods and other wired headphones. You can also use the iPhone speaker. The app allows you to switch audio outputs without leaving the application.
