ElevenLabs has launched its Reader app globally

ElevenLabs, a startup specializing in AI-driven tools for creating and editing synthetic voices, has launched its text-to-speech Reader app for worldwide consumers, which supports 32 languages.

Key Points

• Initially released in June for the U.S., U.K. and Canada, now ElevenLabs has launched its Reader app globally.
• The app has recently expanded its language support to include Portuguese, Spanish, French, Hindi, German, Japanese, Arabic, Korean, Italian, Tamil, and Swedish.
• The Reader app allows users to upload various textual content, including articles, PDFs, and e-books, and listen to them in multiple languages and voices.
• ElevenLabs has also added OCR support, enabling it to read text from images in addition to ePubs, PDFs, and web pages.
• To improve the user experience, ElevenLabs has introduced hundreds of new voices across different languages in its library.
• ElevenLabs also facilitates voice interactions on the Rabbit r1 and provides text-to-speech capabilities for the AI-powered search engine Perplexity, as well as for audio platforms Pocket FM and Kuku FM.
• The enhanced language support is driven by ElevenLabs’ latest Turbo 2.5 model, which offers improved quality and reduced latency in conversational AI.
• The app is complimentary for the initial three months. Subsequently, various subscription plans are offered, starting from a free tier with 10,000 monthly credits to a Pro tier at $99 per month, which includes 500,000 credits.

Background

ElevenLabs is best known for its browser-based, AI-assisted text-to-speech software, Speech Synthesis, which can produce lifelike speech by synthesizing vocal emotion and intonation.

In January 2024, the company announced a series of new products, including their Voice Marketplace, AI Dubbing Studio, and a mobile app.

In June 2024, ElevenLabs launched the ElevenLabs Reader App for iOS. Following this, in July 2024, ElevenLabs released the Android version of reader app.

AI as a Breaker of Language Barriers

By accurately converting text into natural-sounding speech, AI-powered text-to-speech (TTS) apps are breaking down language barriers and making content more accessible to a wider audience.

For individuals with visual impairments or reading difficulties, these apps provide a valuable tool for accessing information and communicating effectively.

Beyond accessibility, AI-powered TTS apps offer numerous other benefits. For language learners, these apps can provide clear pronunciation and examples of spoken language, facilitating the learning process.

In the realm of content creation, TTS apps are used to produce audiobooks, e-learning materials, and video content.

For businesses, TTS apps can improve customer service by providing automated voice responses and streamlining customer interactions.

As AI technology continues to advance, we can expect to see even more innovative and effective TTS apps emerging in the future.

News Gist

ElevenLabs, an AI voice creation company, has expanded its text-to-speech app Reader, to support 32 languages.

This update allows users to listen to articles, PDFs, and eBooks in their preferred language with natural-sounding voices.

The app offers a variety of subscription plans to cater to different needs, and its integration with platforms like Rabbit r1, Perplexity, Pocket FM, and Kuku FM demonstrates its versatility and potential applications. Powered by ElevenLabs’ Turbo 2.5 model, the app provides high-quality speech generation with reduced latency.