One of the downsides to holidaying abroad is having to get around language barriers.
It doesn’t matter whether you’re trying to order food from a restaurant or asking for directions. Knowing the language of another country can make it harder.
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There are still ways to get around language barriers, especially with the advancement in translation technology over these last few years.
One of the most recent innovations to aid holidaymakers abroad, is the NEWYES dictionary pen 3.0.
It can also translate between 112 languages (text and audio), making it very useful for any overseas trip.
It can also translate offline languages, meaning users don’t need to be connected at all times to the internet. This is especially useful for those who travel abroad or want to avoid roaming charges.
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The pen was crowd-funded and designed to translate at lightning speed.
It scans text at up to 3000 characters per minute, and can translate in 0.3 seconds with up 98% accuracy.
It is possible to save translations and transfer audio files to your laptop via a USB.
The NEWYES penAlso, bluetooth connectivity allows for translations to be listened on headphones.
The device is usually for £169 on AmazonIt has a rating of 4/5 stars overall.
One user said: “This scan reader is absolutely amazing, I’m not very technically minded but I find it very easy to use.
“I also tried out the phonetic translation function. It seems very convenient as you can use it any time, just grab and talk.
“The device can pick up and translate your words instantly.”
Another reviewer wrote: “It is nothing short of brilliant. It’s straightforward to use and fairly intuitive which is essential for those that need it to be able to get the most from it.”
Another comment: “Not just does it translate but it scans voice and text to speech.
“It has a built in dictionary in 112 languages. It’s perfect.”
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