New technology Apple could transform language learning and global communication. The tech giant says its new AirPods Pro 3 earbuds can translate foreign languages people's ears real time. In addition, transcripts conversations will automatically appear the screens users' devices. This could have major repercussions the language teaching industry. Instant translation could deter people investing the time and financial outlay required to learn another language. The technology is another example the impact AI could have jobs. Many teachers will be concerned about how real-time translation might affect their industry and their future.
Apple wrote its website that its AirPods Pro 3 would help people communicate "seamlessly" other languages. It added: "For those moments when a language barrier gets the way, Live Translation can help users communicate select languages when messaging or speaking." The technology is another example science fiction becoming science fact. the past century, people have foretold novel ways to translate languages real time. The 1979 novel "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" envisaged a fictional "Babel fish" that is put one's ear to understand foreign tongues. The Japanese manga and anime character Doraemon used a special jelly to magically translate any language.
