I don’t remember exactly when, but since one of the last software updates the translate app on my iPhone does not work properly anymore. It just doesn’t download the languages and it says that without downloading them it is not possible to use the app. Has anyone got the same problem?
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iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 16
Greetings leonardoparietti,
It sounds like the Translate app isn’t working after the latest update. We know how important having a working Translate app is for you, and we will help get you to the right place to find a resolution.
1. Close and reopen the app
Force the app to close. Then open the app to see if it works as expected.
2. Restart your device
Restart your iPhone or restart your iPad. Then open the app to see if it works as expected.
3. Check for updates
To see if updates are available for the app, open the App Store, tap your profile icon, then scroll down to see if updates are available. If updates aren't available for the app, update the software on your iPhone or iPad.
4. Delete the app, then redownload it
Delete the app. When you do this, you might lose data that was stored in the app. Then redownload the app. Then check to see if the problem with the app is fixed.
This info is located in this support article: If an app on your iPhone or iPad stops responding, closes unexpectedly, or won’t open - Apple Support
Cheers.
healthdog wrote:
Looks like the translate App which previously was free, is now a subscription service.
That's nonsense. What makes you think so? If payment is required, the app is from some 3rd party, not Apple.
Tewk wrote
I have installed the Google Play app English Polish Translator by MobiLionInc on my Nokia mobile today. All ok. Now I want to download it to my iPad but it won’t let me. Says it is already installed on the Nokia and no other devices available (although it says you can download it to other devices) . Can anyone help please?
You can’t install Google play stuff on Apple devices, only apps you get from apple’s App Store.
For me it’s far worse than this.
I can download languages, I can enter text. Everything seems fine.
upon inputting text: it doesn’t do anything. Whether or not the language is downloaded. Whether I have offline translate turned on or off.
I enter text and it simply does not produce a translation.
Im going to rate the app 1 star until this is fixed.
although its already rated 2 stars and Apple doesn’t seem to care.
I use it to read in French and now for French it only offers “Transcribe only”. What the **** is the use of a translation app that just reproduces the word without translating it?? I tried downloading the language but it’s made no difference. Utterly mystified and very frustrated. The app is now useless to me. I don’t get it.
Hi, my Key nounce(Bengali) is not working to write my language in WhatsApp. It says ‘Upgrade in-app to continued use’. Also I tried to download ‘ iTranslate Translator’ which is not downloading or working at all. What can I do? Please help !
Ocish wrote:
Hi, my Key nounce(Bengali) is not working to write my language in WhatsApp.
Are you talking about Apple's Bengali keyboard or something else? If Apple's keyboard, what exactly is not working about it.
I tried to download ‘ iTranslate Translator’ which is not downloading or working at all. What can I do?
You need to contact the people who make that app. This forum is for Apple products. Try Google Translate instead.
Hi, I’ve tried all the above but nothing has changed
Hi,
I’m currently running on iOS 16.6.1 and yes the issue persists even if I am connected to another wifi or cellular network.
Thanks
It’s literally just started working ! Apple updates some people have no problems others a lot lol
I did Al of the steps above and it still does not work. I live now in Costa Rica and I have to have it to communicate here. I hate using google. Thanks.
Same
I tried all 4 suggestions and still does not work. The languages don't save for some reason after they are selected on the Translation App.
Best,
Looks like the translate App which previously was free, is now a subscription service. So you will get it to work after you pay up!!
This worked. thank you
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