Google Translate adds 110 new languages, reaching 614 million people

Android Central June 28, 2024, 07:00 AM UTC

Google Translate has added 110 new languages, its largest update yet, covering over 614 million people globally. The expansion includes African languages like Fon, Kikongo, and Wolof. Google's PaLM 2 model played a crucial role, enabling the addition of languages related to Hindi and French creoles. This move aligns with Google's goal of supporting the world's top 1,000 languages through AI.


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