> Introducing Rylo (Prev. Nagish) Live Transcribe: The first free Real-Time Captioning for people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Get used to limitless speech-to-text! Blog Rylo News February 12, 2024 4 mins Updated June 4, 2026 # Introducing Rylo (Prev. Nagish) Live Transcribe: Free Real-Time Communication Introducing Rylo (Prev. Nagish) Live Transcribe: The first free Real-Time Captioning for people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Get used to limitless speech-to-text! ![](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cp6a9qoi/production/d0d072a45020f9848daefcabc041e547ace4ff6c-800x800.jpg?w=48&h=48&fit=crop&auto=format) Tomer Aharoni ![](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cp6a9qoi/production/ab273768dbef71030013c595db255ee1b56206c6-1472x704.avif?w=1280&fit=crop&auto=format) - [Seamless Accessibility: Anytime, Anywhere Transcription](https://rylo.com/post/introducing-nagish-live-transcribe#seamless-accessibility-anytime-anywhere-transcription) - [The Cost-Free, Ad-Free Transcription Solution](https://rylo.com/post/introducing-nagish-live-transcribe#the-cost-free-ad-free-transcription-solution) - [Fully Customizable Accessibility Features](https://rylo.com/post/introducing-nagish-live-transcribe#fully-customizable-accessibility-features) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://rylo.com/post/introducing-nagish-live-transcribe#frequently-asked-questions) Table of Contents - [Seamless Accessibility: Anytime, Anywhere Transcription](https://rylo.com/post/introducing-nagish-live-transcribe#seamless-accessibility-anytime-anywhere-transcription) - [The Cost-Free, Ad-Free Transcription Solution](https://rylo.com/post/introducing-nagish-live-transcribe#the-cost-free-ad-free-transcription-solution) - [Fully Customizable Accessibility Features](https://rylo.com/post/introducing-nagish-live-transcribe#fully-customizable-accessibility-features) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://rylo.com/post/introducing-nagish-live-transcribe#frequently-asked-questions) ![](https://rylo.com/_astro/hero-sky-background.qaFu5Zgx_Z2c7tg0.webp?dpl=dpl_7oLfk1SKag5mwN8gXXB3UQDZL8JR) No more feeling left out. Rylo lets your voice be heard. Join the thousands of people who use Rylo! [Tomer Aharoni](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomeraharoni/) Co-founder and CEO of Rylo. Passionate about accessibility, tech, and their intersection. Rylo (Prev. Nagish) has been at the forefront of accessible communication, harnessing the power of AI to caption phone calls in real-time faster and more accurately than ever. Today, we are excited to announce the release of [Rylo (Prev. Nagish) Live Transcribe](https://rylo.com/live-transcribe), which complements our phone call solution. Live Transcribe isn't just a new feature; it's a major leap in real-time communication—fast, seamless, and utterly in the moment - captioning the world around you. Live Transcribe ensures that dialogue remains uninterrupted and effortlessly in sync with the flow of conversations. It captures every spoken word and**instantly transforms**it into written text. With **quick access** and a **fully customized experience**, Rylo (Prev. Nagish) lets you stay in the moment in a way that works for you. This new capability also plays a vital role in ensuring that individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing can access live announcements, participate in public events, and stay informed in various situations. Let’s take a deeper dive into this exciting new feature! ![](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cp6a9qoi/production/58e6e77da5a27a3c763c6ad77547ee1c89b4fede-1423x686.jpg?w=740&fit=crop&auto=format) ## Seamless Accessibility: Anytime, Anywhere Transcription Whether you're in the middle of a conversation, navigating a busy airport, or deciding on your restaurant order, with Live Transcribe, every word is in your hands, helping you engage with spoken words and surrounding sounds in real time. Here are some examples of scenarios and ways to use Live Transcribe with Rylo (Prev. Nagish): - **Class lectures**: Transcribe lectures and [classroom discussions](https://rylo.com/post/deaf-students-in-the-classroom) and gain equal access to information. - **Public events**: From live conferences to board meetings, engage with live information in a written form to enhance understanding and engage with presenters. - **Social gatherings**: Follow and actively engage in [table conversations](https://rylo.com/post/dinner-table-syndrome) without missing a beat. - **Noisy environments**: Filter out noise and focus on what’s important. Rylo (Prev. Nagish) Live Transcribe even measures the sound level in your environment. - **Healthcare settings**: Fully participate in health discussions, especially when accuracy is imperative. - **Airports and In-flight announcements**: Never miss out on [important flight](https://rylo.com/post/flying-with-hearing-aids) information at airports or during flights. Together with our existing phone call captioning capability, Live Transcribe nourishes inclusive connections, allowing everyone to participate and engage with the world around them. ## The Cost-Free, Ad-Free Transcription Solution Rylo (Prev. Nagish) now encompasses every tool you need to facilitate communication without navigating between multiple apps. Everything is seamlessly integrated into the Rylo (Prev. Nagish) app, streamlining the process and eliminating the need for constant app-switching. This unified approach enhances efficiency, allowing users to focus on the conversation rather than the tools they use. The convenience of having captions appear for phone calls and in-person conversations in one place enhances accessibility and puts the user’s experience above all. The best part is that Live Transcribe is **100% free to all Rylo (Prev. Nagish) users without limits**. That means no ads and no in-app purchases. ![](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cp6a9qoi/production/40f5c34a20792141c26516f5e9958a39401714d8-1423x686.jpg?w=740&fit=crop&auto=format) ## Fully Customizable Accessibility Features Making our new Live Transcribe feature even more accessible and user-friendly was vital in the development process. Our goal is to make communication accessible and seamless. This means making advanced technology as **intuitive** and **adaptable** as possible. Some key features include: - Ultra-accurate online and offline captions 24/7 with no time limits - Switch between dark and light modes - Customizable fonts - Clear the screen with a single tap or shake - Flip the view to show captions to someone else - Type to communicate and show large text on your screen. - [Connect to external microphones](https://rylo.com/post/best-microphones-for-live-transcribe). The Live Transcribe feature in Rylo (Prev. Nagish) is always ready for action, making it easy to start captioning within seconds. When you open the Rylo (Prev. Nagish) app, tap the Live Transcribe floating button to activate the feature. That’s it! This new feature takes Rylo (Prev. Nagish) to a new level of accessible companionship for our users, serving as a reliable tool that is easy to adapt to almost every scenario. ![](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cp6a9qoi/production/0370c69b069dd3e543070fc80db23da037e4155d-1314x686.jpg?w=740&fit=crop&auto=format) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is Live Transcribe Technology? Live transcribe technology converts audio to text in real time, thus enhancing accessibility for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. ### How Does Live Transcribe Technology Work? Live Transcribe technology uses [speech recognition](https://rylo.com/post/best-speech-to-text-apps-for-android) algorithms to analyze spoken words and convert them into text. ### Can Live Transcribe Technology Work in Noisy Environments? Yes! Thanks to advanced algorithms and noise reduction filters, the technology can work in noisy environments, making it an excellent tool for people who are hard of hearing. Rylo (Prev. Nagish) also indicates the current sound level to tell how loud it is around you. ### Are Live Transcribe Apps Compatible With All Devices? Live Transcribe is available on both iOS and Android devices. ### How Does Live Transcribe Ensure Privacy and Data Security? Transcripts are 100% private and are saved locally on your device. ### How Can I Customize My Live Transcription Experience? Like everything about Rylo (Prev. Nagish), Live Transcribe is fully customizable for your needs. To customize your Live Transcribe experience, tap into ‘Settings’ -> Live Transcribe. You can change how you launch Live Transcribe and change the Live Transcribe button's size, shape, appearance, and location. ### Is Live Transcribe paid by the FCC? No. Live Transcribe is not reimbursable or certified by the FCC. Rylo (Prev. Nagish) Live Transcribe is offered with ❤️ by Rylo (Prev. Nagish) as a service to our community and at our own expense. [Tomer Aharoni](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomeraharoni/) Co-founder and CEO of Rylo. Passionate about accessibility, tech, and their intersection. Share this article ## Read next [Deaf Culture ![](https://cdn.sanity.io/images/cp6a9qoi/production/268e7bfe0e05ce61a42063249c37e7a960761a78-1999x1141.jpg?rect=144,0,1712,1141&w=480&h=320&fit=crop&auto=format) How to Call a Deaf Person on the Phone: The Complete 2026 Guide Need to call a deaf person on the phone? Learn how 711 relay services, VRS, captioned phones, and apps like Nagish make communication simple in 2026. 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