Google shows off wireless headphones that it says can translate languages on the fly- Google released a line of new products on Wednesday.
- When the Google Pixel Buds are paired with a new handset, the Google Pixel 2, the earbuds can tap into Google Assistant.
- In addition to the translation of 40 languages, Google Assistant can also alert users to notifications, send texts and give directions.
Anita Balakrishnan | @MsABalakrishnan
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When the Google Pixel Buds are paired with a new handset, the Google Pixel 2, the earbuds can tap into Google Assistant, Google's artificially intelligent voice-activated product.
In addition to the translation of 40 languages, Google Assistant can also alert users to notifications, send texts and give directions. The translation feature can be conjured by saying "help me speak French," or any other language, according to The Verge, which got a preview of the device.
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The earbuds will be available in November for $159 but are available for preorder starting on Wednesday.
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