Timekettle T1 Mini Translator Device No WiFi Needed, Built in 1-Year Global Mobile Data, Supports 40 Languages and Photo Translation, Instant Language Translator for Travelling White

The T1 Mini Translator is a good size for packing around town with you; it's about the size of a credit card, but a little fatter. The screen isn't HD like its big brother the T1, but it's still very clear and easy to read. I couldn't find any online information about what was included with the unit before I purchased it, so I had to wait until I received it. FYI - a charging cable is included, as well as a user manual and a lanyard for wearing the T1 mini around your neck. A charger is NOT INCLUDED, so you'll have to get one (uses a standard USB-A type charger). The T1 mini seems reasonably solid and well-built. Plus it's pretty simple to operate. There are only three physical buttons on the T1 mini: the on-off button, the volume up-down toggle, and the record button. There are additional settings on the app screen menu, but these are minimal and not overly complicated (mostly used for setup). Setting up the unit was pretty easy. I just turned it on and followed the instructions. Once the T1 mini was added to my Wi-Fi, I set up the Global Mobile Data network and downloaded 4 offline language packs in just a few minutes. The T1 mini has three modes: online translation, offline translation, and photo. The online translation mode uses the global mobile cellular network (1 year free) to access translation data. It has usually been very fast. Depending on your geographical location or if you're in a building, the mobile service could be spotty and slower (or even non-existent). The offline mode uses the downloaded language packs to translate when the online network isn't available. At that point, you'll have to MANUALLY switch over to the offline mode (this isn't automatic). Also be aware that there are presently 13 offline language packs (a maximum of four allowed on the unit at a time), so offline mode won't be able to translate some of the 36 languages offered in online mode. Unfortunately, the offline mode is also slower and less accurate than the online mode, but it's a lifesaver if you need it. The photo mode (online only) is used for taking photos to translate menus, street signs, etc. The translation seems to work best with larger print and better light, but seems satisfactory for most things. There's also a nice feature in photo mode that allows you to toggle between the original text and the translated text. There's another feature that I liked. You can create and save sentences that can be quickly accessed and played in the presently selected language. Another thing I noticed, the T1 mini may discharge faster if the signal isn't great. Not sure why, but maybe due to more data being sent and received to get an accurate translation. All in all, not a bad little unit. It should come in handy if I'm traveling abroad and I can also carry it around Los Angeles with me, as it's small enough to be able to do that.

I rented an early version of this type of 2-way translator 4 years ago when visiting Japan. Being able to understand one another made for my most enjoyable trip there in decades. It's amazing how such a small device can help you make friends so quickly. So, after reading numerous reviews and watching many videos, I had to try out the Timekettle T1 Mini. I was immediately impressed: High quality device, simple interface, responsive touchscreen, rechargeable, even a cool lanyard to keep your Mini close to your heart. Although the Mini works with any wifi you have the password to, you can also chose to download 4 of 10 language pairs for offline translation without wifi. But, if you don't have wifi, it comes with a free 1 year subscription to a virtual SIM card that works on any country's cellular network. Not only does the Mini come with 36 built-in languages, it includes 88 accents (which is very important to have in certain countries so you don't sound like a robot). I speak fluent Spanish, and use various accents based on the country I'm in. The Mini nailed the difference between the accents of Mexico, Spain, Venezuela, and even Argentinan Castellano. !Barbaro! Translation response time is about 1 second. Even translates photos with its built-in camera. Great for reading menus, street signs, street maps, newspapers, etc. I recommended the Mini to all my friends and sent them some video reviews. They all jumped online to buy it, and they all told me they loved it. A few times it did not understand me, but it did when I repeated myself but spoke a bit louder and clearer. A few minor nits: Translated response is sometimes too fast. It tends to your the informal verb tenses instead of formal ones (which could be seen as rude in some countries). There is no transliteration so you can't read phonetically what was said (although the other party can read it in their language on the Mini!), there isn't a clock or alarm (which would be so easy to add), nor a built-in flashlight/torch for reading menus in dark restaurants. Power-on takes about 30 seconds, so take that into consideration before jumping into that next Uber in Uzbekistan.

Muy buen traductor, vale la pena la inversión.

El equipo es muy fácil de usar, la traducción es buena con los paquetes de idiomas mas utilizados el equipo al ser pequeño es muy practico y funcional, viene con un año de datos que te permite hacer traducciones en tiempo real sin necesidad de buscar una red wifi, te permite también tomar imagen de letreros, indicaciones o elementos que tengas que traducir, un gran compañero de viaje.

Alguna veces se pasma cuando no tiene INET y se tiene que reiniciar