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Now, a computer that translates as you speak
London, Oct 26: U.S. researchers are developing a device called "Tower of Babel" that will make it possible for users to silently mouth a word in their own language and have it translated and said in another.
The researchers said the effect was like watching a television programme that had been dubbed.
The system is still not foolproof, but experts say the technology is "within reach."
Current translation systems use voice recognition software that makes conversations difficult.......