Lingua AI Translator is a mobile translation app that uses AI to convert speech, text, photos, and documents across 100+ languages in real time on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision.
What is Lingua AI Translator?
Lingua AI Translator is a freemium iOS and macOS app developed by Oscar Suazo. It takes voice, camera scans, text input, or document images and outputs live translations, transcribed speech, or AI‑generated explanations. The app runs on devices with iOS 15.5+, iPadOS 15.5+, macOS 12.4+ (Apple M1 or later), or visionOS 1.0+.
Key Features
- Live conversation mode — Speak naturally into the microphone; the app translates your speech aloud and displays the translation for two‑way, real‑time conversations.
- Camera and photo translation — Point the camera at signs, menus, or documents, or import an existing photo; the app overlays translated text on the image.
- Offline translation packs — Download supported language packs before a trip to translate text without an internet connection.
- AI language tutor — Ask the built‑in AI assistant for grammar explanations, pronunciation practice, alternative phrasing, and cultural tips; the tutor can respond aloud in English.
- iOS keyboard extension — Use the translator keyboard inside any app (Messages, Mail, chat) to type and translate without switching contexts.
- Travel phrasebook and favorites — Save frequently used translations in a searchable phrasebook; access them via Home Screen widgets or Lock Screen shortcuts.
- Widgets and share extension — Add a widget for daily phrases, favorites, or one‑tap shortcuts to Translate, Voice, Camera, or Ask Lingua AI; use the share sheet to translate text from other apps.
Who is it for?
- Travelers — Use live conversation mode and offline packs to communicate in real time at restaurants, hotels, and airports, even without cellular data.
- Language learners — Practice pronunciation, complete daily challenges (listen‑and‑type, unscramble, handwriting), and get AI tutor feedback on grammar and usage.
- Professionals — Translate menus, signs, labels, and documents on the go using the camera; use the keyboard extension to write emails or messages in a foreign language.
What can you do with Lingua AI Translator?
- Speak with people — Start a live conversation session; the app listens, translates, and speaks the result in the target language, allowing natural back‑and‑forth dialogue.
- Read signs and menus — Scan text with the camera; the app detects the source language automatically and overlays the translation on the screen.
- Translate inside other apps — Activate the iOS keyboard extension to type a phrase and instantly get the translation without leaving the current app.
- Practice with an AI tutor — Ask the AI for drills, explanations, or example sentences; the tutor works entirely in English for lessons and can read answers aloud.
Pricing
Lingua AI Translator is free to download with in‑app purchases: Weekly Pro ($3.99), Monthly Pro ($9.99), and Yearly Pro ($49.99). Free users get 10 practice items per session; Pro users get 30‑item sessions and access to ChatGPT‑ and DeepL‑powered translations.
FAQ
Is Lingua AI Translator free?
Yes, the app is free to download and use for basic voice, camera, and text translation. Pro subscriptions unlock offline packs, unlimited AI tutor sessions, higher practice limits, and premium translation engines (ChatGPT, DeepL).
Does it work offline?
Yes. You can download offline language packs before a trip. Offline mode supports text translation and phrasebook access without an internet connection.
Which platforms are supported?
Lingua AI Translator runs on iPhone, iPad, iPod touch (iOS 15.5+), Mac with Apple M1 or later (macOS 12.4+), and Apple Vision (visionOS 1.0+). It is not verified for macOS without Apple Silicon.
