Comments on: 12 Language Talking Translator Foreign Pocket Electronic Speaking Dictionary

By: R Lam

R Lam — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:16:36 +0000

This little machine does what I expected it to do: that is talk in one of the 12 different native languages/phrases that are commonly used as a tourist. Not looking for one that you can type in words/phrases free forms then translate to a native language. Those would be much more expensive and perhaps weight more. Also not sure how accurate the translation will be in ALL instance. Since I already spoke fluently one of the 12 languages I listened to that language and found the pronunciation and translation very accurate. So I assume the rest of 11 languages should have the same consistency.

I am basically using this very portable but seemed to be solidly built machine whenever I am driving or doing my walking/exercise to learn enough since I am embarking on foreign trips soon. I know I am not going to be fluent for everyday conversation with any native speaker even if I mastered all the phrases in the machine. But to me my purpose of knowing a few phrases is a courtesy to the countries I am visiting that I am making an effort to learn their language and from my experience in foreign travel the native people appreciate it.

So I recommend this little gadget for its price (under $40) and portability and sturdiness.
Rating: 4 / 5

By: Mother Hen

Mother Hen — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:47:06 +0000

I bought this because it gives a good price for the features, other models cost over $99.00 for the similar functions. It is working good and we like it so far, however, we did purchase this for a christmas gift for my son so we have not had time yet to use it at length. We plan on posting another review after the holidays. So far so good.
Rating: 4 / 5

By: Sandrine Sebastian

Sandrine Sebastian — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:02:37 +0000

Great product, was received quickly…haven’t heard how it works yet as it was a gift but we played with it on Christmas and seemed to work well.
Rating: 5 / 5

By: Erika P.

Erika P. — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:49:48 +0000

I bought this item for my grandmother, who has been talking about taking another trip to Italy soon. I had trouble finding one in the stores around Christmas, so I picked this one out online. It made the perfect present and she loves it!
Rating: 5 / 5

By: James G. Stewart

James G. Stewart — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:39:34 +0000

I bought it as a gift and the young man we gave it to loves it.
Rating: 4 / 5