On Pixel 6 and later, open Recorder → user icon → Recorder settings, select a transcription language, then tap Detect language. During recording, Recorder will detect the selected language; open a saved recording and tap Transcript to read it.
Turn on language detection
- Open the Recorder app.
- Tap the user icon, then Recorder settings.
- Select the transcription language you want Recorder to detect, then tap Detect language.
- Start recording. To view the result, open the recording and tap Transcript.
Google says that if a session includes more than one language, Recorder transcribes the language spoken most. Follow Google’s transcription instructions if you need to edit a transcript or transcribe a saved recording again.
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Check whether your Pixel and language are supported
Recorder availability and automatic language detection have different device requirements: Recorder works on Pixel 3 and later phones and Pixel Tablet, while Google documents the Detect language setup for Pixel 6 and later. Real-time language support also varies by generation.
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| Device generation | Real-time transcription languages listed by Google |
|---|---|
| Pixel 3 through Pixel 5a | English (Australia, Ireland, Singapore, United Kingdom, United States), French, German, and Japanese |
| Pixel 6 and later, including Fold | Mandarin Chinese; English (Australia, India, Ireland, Singapore, United Kingdom, United States); French; Canadian French; German; Hindi; Italian; Japanese; Spanish; and Latin American Spanish |
These are Google’s listed real-time languages. The list for transcribing an existing recording again is broader and includes languages such as Bengali, Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Hungarian, Indonesian, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Turkish, and Vietnamese. To use it, open the recording, tap More → Transcribe again, and choose a language. Google notes that retranscription may process the audio file on Google servers. See Google’s language and transcription details for the full list.
#1 Best Overall
- Attention-grabbing design meets the latest evolution of the Google Pixel Camera on the new Google Pixel 11 Pro; Gemini Intelligence helps manage details so you can live in the moment[1]; and the phone is available in two sizes
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan: Works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers[2]
- Stay informed without looking at your screen: When your phone is face down, Pixel HiLight gently alerts you with subtle glowing lights when your favorite contacts are calling or you’re talking with Gemini; exclusive to Google Pixel 11 Pro phones
- Magic Capture catches the moment as you live it: With just one tap, Pixel 11 Pro captures video and photos, and automatically edits, crops, and unblurs a curated collection, ready to share – and you get the memory of how it felt to be in the moment
- Two new cameras for more brilliant photos: A larger telephoto sensor captures 30% more light for clear, beautiful photos and videos, even in the dark[3]; Pixel’s longest zoom ever helps you capture details from impressive distances[4]
Understand where audio goes
Google says, “Recorder sends audio to an on-device Google service or app to transcribe it. After the audio is transcribed, the Google service or app discards the audio.” That statement describes transcription; it is separate from Google’s notice that retranscribing an existing recording may process its audio file on Google servers. For details, see Google’s recording help and transcription help.
Google documents using Recorder without a Google Account on Pixel 3 and later, including Fold. Recording laws vary by location; Google warns that some places restrict recording or require consent. Get permission where required.
Rank #2
- Google Pixel 10a is a durable, everyday phone with more[1]; snap brilliant photography on a simple, powerful camera, get 30+ hours out of a full charge[2], and do more with helpful AI like Gemini[3]
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan; it works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Pixel 10a is sleek and durable, with a super smooth finish, scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 7i display, and IP68 water and dust protection[4]
- The Actua display with 3,000-nit peak brightness shows up clear as day, even in direct sunlight[5]
- Plan, create, and get more done with help from Gemini, your built-in AI assistant[3]; have it screen spam calls while you focus[6]; chat with Gemini to brainstorm your meal plan[7], or bring your ideas to life with Nano Banana[8]
Choose whether to back up recordings
Backup and sync is optional. Recordings stay on the Pixel unless you choose to back them up, share them, copy them to another app, or save them elsewhere. To enable backup:
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- Sign into the Google Account you want to use.
- Open Recorder, tap the user icon, and select that account.
- Open Recorder settings → Back up and sync, then turn it on.
Google says a recording is linked to the selected account when it is created, and that account cannot be changed for the recording later. Backed-up recordings are available at recorder.google.com. They are private to the Google Account by default, and storage is shared across Google services; when the account’s storage is full, new recordings cannot be backed up. See Google’s backup and recordings guidance.
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Best Value
- Google Pixel 7 is powered by Google Tensor G2; it’s faster, more efficient, and more secure, with the best photo and video quality yet on Pixel[1].Other camera description:Front,Rear.Bluetooth Version 5.2 with dual antennas for enhanced quality and connection.
- Unlocked Android 5G phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan[2]; works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Pixel’s Adaptive Battery can last over 24 hours; when Extreme Battery Saver is turned on, it can last up to 72 hours[3]
- The 6.3-inch Pixel 7 display is super sharp, with rich, vivid colors; it’s fast and responsive for smoother gaming, scrolling, and moving between apps[4]
- Google Pixel 7 has wide and ultrawide lenses with up to 8x Super Res Zoom[5]; and Cinematic Blur brings more drama to your videos
Rank #4
- Google Pixel 10 Pro is the ultimate Pixel experience, featuring advanced AI with Gemini, unbelievable camera quality, impeccable design in two sizes, and the next-gen Google Tensor G5 chip[1]
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan[2]; it works - Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Get a head start on syncing your data before it even arrives: After you purchase your new Pixel, look for an email that explains how to transfer your photos, videos, passwords, and more in just a few quick steps[11]
- Pixel’s pro camera system makes everything look amazing, even in low light; capture more of the scene with advanced Google AI models, and bring out incredible details with 100x Pro Res Zoom, stunning 50 MP images, and super steady videos in 8K[10]
- Pixel 10 Pro is built with durable aluminum and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for scratch and drop resistance; the 6.3-inch Super Actua display with 3,300-nit peak brightness is easy on the eyes, even in direct sunlight[3,13,18]
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