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REVIEW TEST 2

The new wearable as well as portable translator launched by some technological companies
such as Xiaomi has revolutionized travelling. It is a small silver made gadget which translates
everything that is being said into the one of its 14 languages in just 0.2 seconds.

Regarding to its main functions, this translator is capable to translate immediately any kind of
conversation since it has incorporated a full dictionary with words related to travels or any
possible situation in which tourists may be involved during their travel. However, not only it
can be used as a translator, but it also has several different purposes such as currency
conversion or music player, so it can be ensured that it is multifunctional and it saves time at
the same time that avoids carrying lots of devices. All these different applications can be
accomplished thanks to what is called Xiao AI, Xiaomi’s virtual assistant, which fulfils every
order just saying it. That is mainly what makes it different, due to not many devices of this kind
provide this whole of services.

The reasons why this tiny device has become popular among travellers is mainly because of its
size and because it is wireless and no internet is required for it to be completely functional. It
also has two microphones which help the device to perceive when a word is being said and to
isolate it from any external noise, enhancing and facilitating communication. As for the price, it
is very affordable, as every product from Xiaomi brand, it only costs 50 euros which is really
convenient so that shouldn’t be a key factor in order to decide whether to buy it or not.

In general, this sort of tool has become a revolutionary invention. That is because it now
enables as well as encourages people to travel fearless of the different language issue.
However, as it has not been completely developed it may present some problems when trying
to communicate.