This Week in Hearing

271 - Exploring Caption Companion: A Tool for Real-Time Captioning Without Internet


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Caption Companion is a tool designed to provide real-time captioning without requiring an internet connection. In this conversation, Shari Eberts is joined by Margaret Downs, Executive Director of Premier Visual Voice, and Mathew Call, Director of Technology, to explore how this device can enhance accessibility for people with hearing loss.Equipped with a wireless microphone and user-friendly interface, Caption Companion captures spoken audio and converts it into captions in real time. This feature aims to facilitate communication in a variety of settings, such as conversations, meetings, and conferences, helping to make these interactions more accessible for people with hearing challenges.

  • For more information on Caption Companion, visit: https://premiervisualvoice.com/caption-companion/


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