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This is how the new Google Translate app works

Google unloaded an updated to its popular Google Translate app that lets you point your camera at something written in another language.

by
Kevin Raposo
July 30, 2015

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Earlier this week, Google gave its Google Translate app a huge update in which you’re able to point your camera to anything that’s written in a foreign language, magically transforming the text into your desired language instantly.

It’s pretty far out.

To see how it works, check out the video above. The app is available in the Google Play and the App Store.

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