The Google app that lets you ‘speak with your eyes’ now supports Portuguese

NS google browser It has released an update to the Look to Speak app that supports 17 additional languages, including Portuguese. The software allows completely paralyzed people to use only their eyes to communicate and is a very important access tool for those with severe physical disabilities.

In addition to Portuguese, the app is also compatible with Arabic, German, Bengali, Korean, Spanish (Spain and Latin America), French, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu and Vietnamese. According to Google, thanks to these additions, more users around the world will have a way to digitally communicate with their loved ones, friends, or at work.

The software is built on machine learning algorithms that track eye movements from the front camera. The interface uses two columns with frequently used phrases and words to simplify communication: looking left or right moves the cursor to the desired side.

Once the person stops at the desired phrase or word, it is identified and spoken out loud by the device. It is also possible to customize the application with additional vocabulary and terms that a person wants or adjust the sensitivity of movements for those who have not yet mastered the tool.

Support paralyzed

While it is not a definitive replacement for more advanced assistive machines, the program can help people with disabilities who cannot afford to pay several thousand dollars on these machines. In addition, being compatible with Android phones, the solution offers an affordable and versatile option when one is on the go.

a Update the app Now for free on Google Play Store for devices running Android 9 or higher. For those already users, just go into the store and download the new version.

Check out a video of running the program below:

Source: Android Police