Fact · Languages and accents
On an iPhone or iPad, Google says the transcription feature needs microphone permission for Google Translate turned on in the device settings.
Checked against its source on October 17, 2026
In the source's own words
“To use this feature, in your device settings, turn on microphone permissions for Google Translate.”
Transcribe in Google Translate (Google Translate Help, iPhone and iPad), Google Translate Help, 2026, Help page text.
Open the original- What it measures
- Official help page text as read on 2026-10-17.
- What it does not show
- Applies to the iPhone and iPad page as archived in June 2026.