FCC-certified captioned telephone app providing real-time call and in-person captions in more than fifty languages for deaf and hard-of-hearing users, with voicemail transcription and hearing-aid compatibility, free to eligible users through a federal fund.
Key Features
- Real-time captions in over fifty languages
- Supports in-person conversation captions
- Voicemail transcription
- High hearing-aid compatibility
- Free for eligible users via subsidy
Pros
- Free through a federal-fund subsidy
- Supports multilingual communication
- FCC-certified, secure, and reliable
Cons
- Free use requires meeting specific eligibility
- Depends on network connection quality
Use Cases
- Everyday phone communication
- Real-time assistance for in-person conversations
- Receiving and reading voicemail
Editor's Note
Rylo breaks down communication barriers through technology and a federal subsidy, an indispensable accessible-calling tool for the deaf community.
FAQ
Who can use this app for free?
Deaf and hard-of-hearing users who meet federal subsidy eligibility can access the service for free.
How many languages does it support for captions?
It currently supports real-time captions and translation in over fifty languages.
Does it support connecting to hearing aids?
Yes. The software has good hearing-aid compatibility to improve the listening experience.
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