Prepare to channel your inner Commander Shepard, as Apple`s new AirPods Pro 3 are set to revolutionize communication with their “Live Translation” feature. These innovative earbuds will automatically translate spoken languages like French and Spanish directly into English for the user. Furthermore, users can respond without needing to remove their headphones; the connected iPhone will transcribe their speech on screen, translating it into the other person`s language, making interactions seamless.
This advanced functionality bears a striking resemblance to the iconic Translation Technology found in the Mass Effect series. In the beloved RPG universe, auto-translators are crucial for enabling effortless interactions between diverse species such as humans, Krogans, and Salarians, particularly within the bustling multi-species hub of The Citadel.
Initially, upon their release on September 19 for $249, the AirPods Pro 3 will support Live Translation for English, French, German, Portuguese, and Spanish. Apple plans to significantly expand this linguistic repertoire by the end of 2025, adding Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Simplified Chinese to the list. It`s worth noting that while impressive, these aren`t the first earbuds to offer such capabilities, with Google Pixel Buds and certain Samsung headphones already providing similar features in the market.
In other news related to the sci-fi realm, details surrounding Mass Effect 5, the next installment in the popular series, remain notably scarce. One of the few recent tidbits came from BioWare executive producer Michael Gamble, who hinted that lens flare would be a part of the upcoming game, sparking minor speculation among fans.
Additionally, a Mass Effect television series is currently under active development at Amazon MGM Studios. Reports from June indicate that Doug Jung, known for his work as showrunner on Apple TV+`s “Chief of War” and as a respected writer for Netflix`s “Mindhunter” and co-writer for the “Star Trek Beyond” screenplay, has been brought on board as the showrunner for the anticipated adaptation.