ABBYY FotoTranslate is a new application to instantly translate foreign words on your N97 & Mini by using the built-in camera.

It combines optical character recognition (OCR) technology for converting images of words into text and mobile dictionary software. FotoTranslate delivers swift and accurate translation of words without the need for manual input of text, Internet connection, cellular signal, or access to any external language resources.

It allows the user to enter a word by pressing only one button once (to take a picture of the word). The user simply takes a photo of the text with their mobile camera. The use of high-quality ABBYY OCR technology greatly reduces the risk of input errors.

The application does not require the mobile device to be connected to the Internet or to the mobile network. The user does not use up traffic and can freely use it in roaming. All the application components are installed on the device itself, which saves time and money.

ABBYY FotoTranslate uses general-purpose dictionaries licensed from well-known authors and publishers, such as Oxford and Compact Verlag.

The application supports 8 popular European languages (English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish and Ukrainian) and translates words in 30 directions in total.

For some of the words audio is available. Ability to hear words pronounced by voice-over professionals is also a useful feature.

If a word has been recognized but ambiguity remains (e.g. only part of the word has been photographed), the user is presented with a choice of several suggestions. User can also simply correct the word by hand. User interface is available in English, German and Russia.

Supports almost all Nokia smartphones. Details here.

FotoTranslate is a very useful application for every traveller, language can be a problem. Not anymore!

Its a paid app and costs $7.99/$9.99, depending upon the version you are getting. Download the trial version from their official site. We are giving away 5 licenses of FotoTranslate. All you need to do is comment below.

Winners of the giveaway: Luis, Kit, Mark, Aditya & Kevin. Thanks everyone for your comments!

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