ECTACO Voice Translator is an extensive electronic phrase book containing over 3200 phrases in 15 categories. The software incorporates a text-to-speech engine and voice recognition system.
However, it's important to note that voice recognition technology is still emerging and therefore cannot be considered a serious instrument yet. While high levels of computing power necessary for accurate voice recognition are not yet available in handheld devices, ECTACO Voice Translator achieves a commendable recognition rate of 90-95% in relatively quiet environments.
The interface is intuitive and easy to navigate, allowing users to quickly find the phrases they need. The text-to-speech feature is useful for learning pronunciation. ECTACO Voice Translator is an ideal tool for travelers who need access to the most commonly used expressions in the country they're visiting. It is far easier and more efficient than using a traditional dictionary, especially for new language learners.
ECTACO Voice Translator can be used with specific handheld devices, including Compaq iPAQ, HP Jornada 56x, Casio E-200, MobilePro P300, Pocket PC e570, and more, with a processor of Intel ARM-206 SA1110 and a RAM of 4MB or more. It is compatible with Microsoft Pocket PC or higher operating systems. At lingvosoft.com, ECTACO Voice Translator is available for Chinese, English, French, German, Japanese, Polish, Russian, and Spanish languages.
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