# Live Translation Apps The Pleco Chinese Dictionary Will Have You Saying "Nihao" in No Time By Michael Hines | Published 2010-11-28 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pleco-chinese-dictionary References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/24/pleco-chinese-dictionary-iphone-app-now-handling-real-time-image/) & [itunes.apple](http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pleco-chinese-dictionary/id341922306?mt=8) The Chinese language just got a lot less intimidating thanks to the Pleco Chinese Dictionary. This dictionary is available as an [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-translation-ring) app and features the ability to translate live words using the iPhone's camera. That's right: if you're confused about the characters on a sign or in a book, you can simply fire up the Pleco Chinese Dictionary to get a [quick translation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-polyglot). Check out the demo video above to see the app in action for yourself. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Live Translation Apps:** Developing machine learning algorithms for live translations can revolutionize the tourism industry, making it more accessible and convenient. - **Mobile Dictionary Platforms:** Expanding mobile dictionary technologies to include more languages and cross-platform functionality can enhance education industries that rely heavily on language acquisition. - **Augmented Reality Language Learning:** Integrating augmented reality technology into language learning can transform traditional methods and make them more engaging for students. ### Where This Applies - **Travel and Tourism:** Live translation apps can revolutionize travel and tourism by removing language barriers and enhancing the overall traveling experience. - **Education:** Developing mobile dictionary platforms can enhance education industries that rely heavily on language acquisition, such as language schools and programs. - **Technology:** Augmented reality language learning presents an opportunity for companies in the technology industry to develop more engaging language learning tools and software. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multilingual Translation Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-translator1.md) - [Real-Time Translation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realtime-translation-app.md) - [Real-Time Translator Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babelphone.md) - [On-Screen Translator Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easydict.md) - [Text-Deciphering Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picture-translate.md) - [Real-Time Call Translation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aiphoneai.md) - [Language Learning Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phraselog.md) - [Smartphone-Mounted Translation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-translation-ring.md) - [AI-Assisted Language Tutors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learn-language-on-perplexity.md)