# Talk

> Real-time speech-to-text and translation app for cross-language communication. (iPhone/iPad app by Alteru Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talk/id299195028 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alteru Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/434747758)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free (on sale, was $0.99)
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: Korean, Dutch, German (Germany), Russian, European Spanish, Arabic, American English, Italian, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China) and 1 more
- Released: 2009-02-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talk/id299195028/reviews.md

## What is Talk?

Talk is a simple communication app designed for people who cannot speak, cannot hear, or both.

Communication should be easy for everyone. Talk helps bridge the gap between users and the people around them through instant Text-to-Speech and Speech-to-Text technology.

Whether you are deaf, hard of hearing, non-verbal, recovering from surgery, living with a speech disability, or simply need a quiet way to communicate, Talk makes conversations easier.

Features

• Type a message and have it spoken aloud instantly

• Convert spoken words into large, easy-to-read text

• Automatic listening after speaking

• Simple one-screen design

• Large buttons and large text for accessibility

• High-contrast interface for better visibility

• VoiceOver support

• Works on iPhone and iPad

• Fast and accurate speech recognition

• No account required

• No complicated setup

Designed for

• Deaf users

• Hard-of-hearing users

• Non-verbal users

• Users with speech impairments

• Stroke recovery patients

• ALS patients

• Autism support

• Elderly users

• Caregivers and family members

Easy to Use
Type what you want to say.
Tap Speak.
The app speaks your message aloud.
The other person responds.
Talk listens and displays their words as text.

Communication made simple.

## Key features

- Real-time speech-to-text transcription
- Instant voice translation
- Listen and translate incoming speech
- Supports multiple languages
- Facilitates cross-language conversations

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talk/id299195028/reviews.md

### 1/5 — ONCE MORE A DEVELOPER THAT LIES!

*2012-08-30, version 2.0*

IT WAS SAID IN THE PUBLICITY ANNOUNCING THIS APP IN THE APPLE STORE, THAT FILIPINO, THE LANGUAGE OF THE PHILIPPINES WOULD BE ONE OF THOSE READ BY THIS APP, BUT, ALTHOUGH I BOUGHT IT SPECIFICALLY TO HEAR TAGALOG...NOTHING! I ALSO TRIED TO LISTEN TO SOME OF THE OTHER LANGUAGES AND...NEARLY ALL HORRIBLE SYNTHETIC VOICES AND VERY DIFFICULT TO UNDERSTAND!
ONCE MORE AN APP THAT LIES TO ATTRACT CUSTOMERS!
I DELETED THIS GARBAGE!
FRANCIS FROM MONTREAL, CANADA

### 5/5 — This app is awesomeness!

*2012-07-27*

It's way worth the money! It's sooooooooo much fun to play with in the long car rides or a boring day at home!

### 4/5 — Really good

*2012-03-09*

I personally think this app is very effective.
I find that it won't read it off so fast, provided you use punctuation every now and then.
I do wish it had a bit more variety in voice choices, but overall I think it's a good app.

### 1/5 — Too basic

*2012-03-04*

I can't believe I just spent a dollar on this.

### 1/5 — Das Letzte

*2011-01-25*

Langsam und träge mit keinen Einstellmöglichkeiten. Unbrauchbar.

### 5/5 — Very cool

*2010-07-06, version 0*

Would be better with fx's on the voices

### 4/5 — Not bad

*2009-09-13, version 0*

I'd like to be able to switch voices. Interface is a bit sparse. It does it's job though. English at least. Would it be easy to add different languages?

### 5/5 — Fantastic app

*2009-07-10, version 0*

Really good, fun app, knows how to say a lot of words, can have u wetting ur self!

### 5/5 — Awesome but...

*2009-06-07*

It is great but speaks to fast which makes me  it differently. great idea tho!!

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2009-05-27*

This is really fun. Youshould add a woman voice and different accents and improve the speech if it's possible.  It's still the best app I've bought so far

## Frequently asked questions about Talk

### How does Talk translate languages?

Talk uses speech-to-text technology to transcribe your spoken words, then translates them into your selected language. It can then speak the translated message aloud or display it as text.

### Can Talk translate conversations in real-time?

Yes, Talk is designed for real-time communication. You can speak into the app and have it translated instantly, and also listen to others and receive translated audio or text.

### What devices does Talk support?

Talk is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Talk updated?

The latest version of Talk is 25, and it was last updated on July 3, 2025, indicating regular updates.

### What is the age rating for Talk?

Talk has an age rating of 17+, suggesting it may contain content not suitable for younger users.

### Does Talk have ads?

No, Talk does not contain advertisements.

### What is the price of Talk?

Talk is a paid application, available for $0.99.

### How does Talk help with language barriers?

Talk facilitates smooth and natural conversations across language barriers by providing instant speech-to-text transcription and translation, allowing users to understand and be understood.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 26 — 2026-06-02

bug fixes

### 25 — 2025-07-03

Fixed bugs and Newly design interface

### 13 — 2022-10-14

Performance Improvement

### 12 — 2021-02-26

bug fixes

### 2.1 — 2017-04-16

Update for iOS 10.

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