How to use live translation on AI glasses
Live translation on Meta AI glasses provides real-time conversation translation across multiple languages.
Some languages are available for use without an internet connection. To use offline translation, download the selected language pack to your device.
Supported languages
- English, Spanish, French, Italian (all models)
- German, Portuguese (Ray-Ban and Oakley models)
- Additional languages available with the Early Access Program: Hindi, Arabic, Russian, Swedish, Finnish, Chinese (Mandarin), Japanese, Korean
Note: Check the Meta AI app regularly for announcements about new language availability.
Before you begin
- You have your AI glasses connected to the Meta AI mobile app
- You have the latest firmware installed on your glasses
- The Meta AI app is updated to the most recent version
- You have an active internet connection
Use the Meta AI mobile app
- Open the Meta AI app.
- Tap
Glasses.
- Tap
Translate.
- Select You speak and They speak options to choose your languages.
- Tap Start.
Note: If you have multiple devices paired with the Meta AI app, swipe left or right to select the device you want to use for live translation.
Use voice commands
- Say "Hey Meta, start live translation" to begin.
- Adjust language settings in the Meta AI app as needed.
Set up live translation for the first time
Some languages are available to use without an internet connection. To do so, download the selected language pack to your device using the Meta AI app.
You will hear an announcement through your glasses confirming that live translation has begun.
Enable additional languages
If you are in the Early Access Program, you can enable additional languages in the Meta AI app:
- Tap
Glasses.
- Tap
Translate.
- Choose your desired language from the expanded list.
- Begin your conversation. Translations will appear in real time.
How live translation works
During a conversation, your speech is translated in real time. The translation appears as text in the Meta AI app for the other person to read.
The person can also listen to the translation by tapping Listen in the app.
Stop live translation
End your translation session by using one of the following methods:
- Voice command: Say "Hey Meta, stop live translation".
- Tap and hold the touchpad on your glasses.
- Tap
Glasses then Stop in the Meta AI app.