A New Era in Synthetic Voices and Text-to-Speech
ElevenLabs, a pioneering startup in the field of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tools for creating and editing synthetic voices, has made its groundbreaking Reader app available worldwide. The app now supports an impressive 32 languages, including some of the most widely spoken tongues globally.
A Brief History of Reader App
Initially released in June this year in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada, the Reader app quickly gained attention for its innovative approach to text-to-speech technology. Users can upload any text content – articles, PDF documents, e-books, or more – and listen to it in various languages and voices.
Expanded Language Support
ElevenLabs has now extended language support to include:
- Portuguese
- Spanish
- French
- Hindi
- German
- Japanese
- Arabic
- Korean
- Italian
- Tamil
- Swedish
Unlocking the Power of Synthetic Voices
ElevenLabs has made significant strides in developing AI-powered tools for synthetic voices. The company’s API allows developers to integrate its text-to-speech capabilities into various applications, such as dubbing or voice interactions.
Some notable examples of ElevenLabs’ partnerships include:
- Rabbit r1: A voice assistant that leverages ElevenLabs’ technology for seamless interactions.
- Perplexity: An AI-powered search engine that incorporates text-to-speech features powered by ElevenLabs.
- Pocket FM and Kuku FM: Audio platforms that utilize ElevenLabs’ technology to enhance user experience.
Reader App’s Unique Features
ElevenLabs has added hundreds of new voices from its library, tailored for various languages. The company has also licensed the voices of renowned actors like Judy Garland, James Dean, Burt Reynolds, and Sir Laurence Olivier for the app.
The Turbo v2.5 model, released last month, is a significant improvement over previous versions. This model boasts reduced latency in text-to-speech conversion and enhanced quality, making it an essential component of the Reader app’s success.
Competitors and Future Developments
Speechify, a notable competitor to the Reader app, offers additional features like document scanning, integrations with Gmail and Canvas, and voice cloning capabilities. Mozilla-owned Pocket and The New York Times’ Audm-based audio app also provide users with the ability to listen to content.
ElevenLabs has announced plans to add more features to the Reader app in the near future, including:
- Offline support
- Audio snippet sharing
Conclusion
The expansion of ElevenLabs’ Reader app to 32 languages marks a significant milestone in the development of AI-powered tools for synthetic voices. With its cutting-edge technology and innovative approach, the company is poised to revolutionize the way we interact with text-based content.
As the demand for accessible and engaging multimedia experiences continues to grow, ElevenLabs is well-positioned to lead the charge in this exciting field.
