For years, engineers have tried to find ways to translate sign language into spoken words, and vice versa. Now, a new project may have cracked the code with a prototype device called MyVoice–a concept ...

In an increasingly globalized world, we have a far more diverse community where people of all cultures come together to speak different languages. Effective communication is vital for delivering ...

Whether traveling internationally or interacting with locals who don’t share your native language, language barriers can make simple tasks like ordering food or introducing yourself feel impossible.

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration is using Philadelphia International Airport as a test site for new handheld devices that translate statements from TSA officers for people who aren't ...

More than 41 million American jobs depend on international trade. Although it’s quickly becoming a norm, entering a foreign market can have you feeling lost at sea. Different industries will face ...

Translating text into other languages used to be a difficult task. Now there are a variety of apps, websites, tools, and devices that can get the job done. Google alone has two apps that can translate ...

In today's economy, businesses need to have a fast-paced, global reach in order to compete. Large corporations can afford to hire employees who speak a variety of languages and put them in strategic ...

Sponsored Content. We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. This content was paid for by Timekettle and written by SlashGear The Timekettle X1 is a standalone translation device that ...

I always attempt to learn something new about a country’s cultural heritage before visiting there. I’m fascinated by everything about the country, from its history and identity to traditional foods, ...

New devices are getting closer to replicating the Babel fish, which in the “Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” sits in your ear and instantly translates any foreign language. By Karen Schwartz Forget ...