🎙️ voxislive - Instant voice translation for your Windows

Voxislive translates your voice in real time. It uses Google Gemini to process speech and provides instant output. You speak into your microphone, and the software delivers the translation through your speakers. This tool works on Windows systems. It relies on a Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) model. You provide your own API key to connect the software to the translation engine.

⚙️ System Requirements

Voxislive runs on most Windows computers. Ensure your system meets these standards for smooth performance:

• Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11.
• Processor: Dual-core 2.0 GHz or faster.
• Memory: 4 GB of RAM or more.
• Storage: At least 200 MB of free disk space.
• Audio: A working microphone and speakers or headphones.
• Internet: A stable connection is necessary for live processing.

📥 Downloading the Software

You need the latest version of the application to get started. Follow these steps to obtain the files:

1. Visit the voxislive release page.
2. Look for the section labeled "Assets" under the most recent version tag.
3. Click the link ending in .exe to start your download.
4. Save the file to a folder you can find easily, such as your Downloads folder.

🛠️ Setting Up Your API Key

Voxislive connects to a cloud translation service. You need an API key to allow this connection. If you do not have one, you can create one through the Google AI Studio portal.

1. Navigate to the Google AI Studio website.
2. Sign in with your Google account.
3. Select the option to create a new API key.
4. Copy the key string to your clipboard.
5. Save this key in a secure text file on your computer. You will need it during the initial setup of the application.

🚀 Running the Application

Once you download the installer and secure your API key, you are ready to launch the tool.

1. Open the folder where you saved the .exe file.
2. Double-click the voxislive file to run the program.
3. Windows may show a security prompt. If a window appears stating that Windows protected your PC, click "More info" and then select "Run anyway."
4. The main interface will open on your screen.
5. Select the language you wish to speak and the language you want for the translation output.
6. Paste your API key into the designated field.
7. Click the "Save" icon to store your credentials.

🎤 How to Use Translation Features

The interface displays a status indicator. When the indicator shows as ready, you can speak.

1. Click the "Start" button to begin the listening process.
2. Speak clearly into your microphone.
3. The software detects your voice through a Voice Activity Detection (VAD) module.
4. You will hear the translated speech through your selected output device.
5. Watch the text window to see a transcript of the conversation as it happens.
6. Click the "Stop" button at any time to pause the service.

🧩 Understanding the Technology

Voxislive uses several components to achieve live translation.

• WASAPI: This Windows standard handles your audio input and output streams. It ensures low latency when capturing voice data.
• Gemini: This is the artificial intelligence engine. It interprets the meaning of your speech and generates the translation.
• Pywebview: This library creates the visual interface you see on your desktop. It allows the application to show a clean, native window for your controls.
• BYOK: This stands for Bring Your Own Key. It means the application contains no hidden costs or subscription fees from the developer. You manage your own usage directly with the translation provider.

💡 Troubleshooting Common Issues

If the software does not work as expected, check these common points.

• No sound: Check your Windows Sound settings. Ensure your microphone is the default input device and your speakers are the default output device.
• Connection error: Verify that your API key is correct. An invalid or expired key will prevent the software from connecting to the translation engine.
• Lag or delay: High latency often stems from a slow internet connection. Use a wired Ethernet connection if possible, or move closer to your router.
• Application crash: Close the program and reopen it. If the issue persists, check the GitHub repository for updates or known bug reports.

🔒 Privacy and Data Safety

Your privacy is a priority. Voxislive sends audio data only when you actively start the session. The software does not store your recordings on your hard drive unless you specifically instruct it to do so. Your API key remains local to your machine. It is stored in a configuration file within the application folder. Delete this file if you need to remove your credentials from the computer.

📈 Improving Translation Quality

The Gemini engine learns from context. You can improve the accuracy of translations by following these tips:

• Minimize background noise: Avoid noisy environments with fans or music. The VAD module performs best in a quiet room.
• Speak at a normal pace: You do not need to pause between words. Speak naturally as you would in a phone call.
• Use a headset: A headset with a noise-canceling microphone produces the cleanest audio input for the translation model.
• Check the language settings: Ensure the input language matches your spoken language. Incorrect settings cause poor translation results.

📋 Customizing Your Experience

The interface includes a settings menu in the top corner. Access this to change your preferences.

• Theme: Toggle between light and dark modes to suit your visual comfort.
• Voice settings: Adjust the pitch or speed of the translated voice output if the option is available.
• Audio devices: Manually select your microphone and speakers if the software fails to detect them automatically.

📂 Managing Updates

Developers update voxislive to fix bugs and add features. Check the GitHub releases page once every few weeks for new versions. If you notice a new version, download the file again and run the installer. The update process typically keeps your config file intact, so you do not need to re-enter your API key.

💬 Getting Further Help

If you encounter a problem that this guide does not cover, you can reach out via the GitHub repository.

1. Go to the main project page on GitHub.
2. Click the "Issues" tab.
3. Review existing issues to see if someone else has reported the same problem.
4. If you find no matching report, click "New Issue."
5. Provide a clear description of your problem, your Windows version, and the steps you took to trigger the error.
6. The community and the project maintainers review these issues regularly.