AirPods Live Translation EU Launch – Apple News
Apple Expands Live Translation to teh EU: A breakdown
– lisapark
Apple has announced the expansion of its AI-powered Live Translation feature to the European Union in December. This is a significant growth for several reasons,detailed below.
Key Takeaways:
* Feature: Live Translation – an AI-powered real-time translation feature.
* availability: Expanding to the European Union in December.
* Devices: initially available on airpods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and (implied from the source text) other compatible AirPods models.
* Context: This expansion was a key selling point for the recently released AirPods Pro 3.
* Regulatory Impact: Apple previously expressed concerns that the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) could delay this feature.
Details & Implications:
The proclamation is notable as Apple had previously warned that compliance with the EU’s Digital Markets Act could possibly delay the rollout of Live Translation. The fact that the feature is launching despite these concerns suggests Apple has found a way to navigate the regulatory requirements.
Supported Devices (as of this article):
| AirPods Model | Live Translation Support |
|---|---|
| AirPods Pro 3 | Yes |
| AirPods Pro 2 | Yes |
| Other Models | Likely, but not explicitly stated in the provided text |
Related Links (from the article):
* How to Use Live Translation with AirPods
* [Apple’s Criticism of the EU’s Digital Markets Act](https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/apple-repeats-its-long-held-