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Tencent Hy Translation App Launches with 33 Languages, Including 5 Ethnic Minority Tongues

Tencent Hy Translation App Launches with 33 Languages, Including 5 Ethnic Minority Tongues

Tencent Hunyuan has officially launched its new translation app, Tencent Hy Translation, now available for download. The app supports mutual translation across 33 languages, including five Chinese ethnic minority languages and dialects. Users can access it via mobile app, mini program, plugin, or PC, and simply search for "Tencent Hunyuan Translation" to get started.

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The app is built on Tencent's Hy-MT2 translation model and offers a range of features designed for real-world use: voice translation, photo translation, and offline translation. Whether you're traveling abroad or in a spotty network area, the offline mode lets you download the translation model in advance, ensuring you can communicate even without an internet connection.

Offline Mode and Global Reach

Tencent Hy Translation is currently available in 12 countries and regions, including the United States, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, and the Chinese regions of Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan. This wide coverage highlights Tencent's focus on cross-border and multilingual scenarios, making it a practical tool for travelers, business professionals, and anyone dealing with language barriers.

The Hy-MT2 Model: Open-Sourced and Improved

The Hy-MT2 translation model was open-sourced in May this year. It supports mutual translation of 33 languages and five minority languages/dialects. Compared to its predecessor, Hy-MT1.5, the new model shows significant improvements in multi-language instruction following, professional field translation, and real-scenario translation. By launching the Tencent Hy Translation app, Tencent is bringing these advanced capabilities directly to end users.

Key Points

  • Tencent Hy Translation app officially launched, supporting 33 languages and five ethnic minority languages.
  • Features include voice, photo, and offline translation for use in various scenarios.
  • Available in 12 countries and regions, including the US, Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia.
  • Built on the Hy-MT2 model, which was open-sourced in May and outperforms the previous generation.
  • Accessible via mobile app, mini program, plugin, and PC.

With its broad language support and offline capabilities, Tencent Hy Translation aims to make communication easier across borders. Whether you're a frequent traveler or just need to chat with someone in another language, this app could become a handy tool in your pocket.