Initially only “a few” languages will be available but Microsoft hasn't confirmed which will be rolled out during the beta. The Skype Translator Preview will arrive before the end of 2014, but there’s still time to register if you want to be selected to test drive the service. Having a real-time translator will increase transatlantic communication between colleagues, and potentially help businesses build contacts and break into foreign markets as it lowers the cost of communication. The service will no doubt be used for educational purposes and could even help worldwide leaders to communicate effectively.īusinesses are also expected to receive a huge benefit. It will give people who may not have the means to learn a new language the chance to communicate. Skype Translator has the potential to make a positive impact in many areas of our lives. However, as the system uses machine learning, the more conversations it translates, the better it will become. Skype was used to translate a conversation from English-to-German and visa versa during a video call.Ī similar demonstration was carried out on-stage at its Worldwide Partner Conference in July.Īs it's still in beta form, translation isn't always perfect. The first public demonstration of Skype Translator occurred in May 2014 at the inaugural Code conference.
With the technology close to being rolled out in beta form, Microsoft has provided demonstrations at various events this year. To deliver the service, the firm has worked with specialists in the language and translation fields, and leveraged technology from core departments including Skype, Microsoft Research and Bing. Yes. Microsoft has been working on speech-to-speech translation for 10+ years.
Skype Translator will work by providing voice translation in near real-time along with an onscreen transcription of what you have said, with Microsoft revealing that it's been working on 40+ languages for the service. When the Skype Translator Preview launches at the end of 2014, it's expected to provide an insight into how communication will be revolutionised.īelow we look at what you can expect from the automated translation service. Despite playing catch-up in the mobile market, when it comes to real-time speech-to-speech translation, Microsoft is well ahead of its competitors.
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