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Threads tests automatic podcast transcription feature for audio clips

Meta's text-focused social network is experimenting with new creator tools as it aims to expand its audience.

The short version

  • Threads platform head Connor Hayes announced a test for automatic transcriptions of audio clips.
  • The tool is designed to allow users browsing their feeds to read along without turning sound on.
  • Meta has not guaranteed that the experimental podcast feature will be widely released.

Key facts

  • Threads is conducting tests on a feature that automatically generates transcriptions for audio clips.[Engadget]
  • Platform head Connor Hayes announced the test alongside plans for additional podcast-sharing tools.[Engadget]
  • Threads recorded 500 million monthly active users in June.[Engadget]

What remains uncertain

  • It is uncertain whether the transcription feature or other podcast tools under development will receive a formal public release.[Engadget]

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