# Talking Scanner

> Talking Scanner (iPhone/iPad app by Ctrl AI, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talking-scanner/id6756620725 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ctrl AI, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1837366396)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 382 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-12-18
- Data updated: 2026-07-17
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talking-scanner/id6756620725/reviews.md

## What is Talking Scanner?

Talking Scanner transforms printed text into natural-sounding audio using advanced AI — all without an internet connection.

HOW IT WORKS
1. SCAN — Point your camera at any text (books, documents, articles)
2. CONVERT — AI extracts the text and generates natural speech
3. LISTEN — Play anywhere with full audio controls, even with screen off

KEY FEATURES

• Document Scanner — Built-in camera with auto-crop, edge detection, and manual crop tool. Scan multiple pages into a single audio file.

• Paste Text — Copy text from anywhere and convert it to audio instantly.

• 10 Premium AI Voices — Choose from 8 American and 2 British English voices, both male and female. Preview each voice before selecting.

• Full Audio Player — Background playback, lock screen controls, adjustable speed (0.5x-2.0x), and 15-second skip controls.

• Audio Library — All your converted audio in one place with full-text search.

• Share Audio — Export audio files via AirDrop, Messages, or save to Files.

100% OFFLINE & PRIVATE
Your documents never leave your device. All processing — text recognition and voice generation — happens entirely on your iPhone using on-device AI. No internet required. No cloud uploads. No accounts. Your data stays private.

SIMPLE PRICING
• FREE: 5 document conversions with all features
• PRO: $4.99 one-time purchase for unlimited conversions

No subscriptions. No recurring fees. Pay once, own forever. Family Sharing included.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2025-12-18

No release notes.

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