• Captionz Update: Discover, Explore, and Learn

    Great weekend again, everybody. I've been very busy! Here's a fresh Captionz upgrade with two shiny new features: Top Lists and Platform Stats. Because scrolling YouTube aimlessly looking for good learning content? Ain't nobody got time for that.

    Discover More Content with Top Lists

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    Finding the right videos for language learning just got way easier. I added a discovery section that shows you curated content based on your selected voice language:

    🔥 Most Viewed

    What's everyone watching? These are the most popular videos in your chosen language.

    Caveat: These are views tracked through Captionz, not actual YouTube view counts. So it's more like "most watched by fellow Captionz users", which honestly might be more relevant for language learners anyway.

    📚 Best for Learning

    These videos have the most caption languages available — basically the Swiss knives of language learning. Perfect for comparing translations and leveling up your comprehension.

    Caveat: "Best for learning" is measured by number of available captions, which is... debatable. Some amazing videos might only have one or two caption tracks. And with YouTube's auto-translate feature, technically any video can have captions in any language now. But hey, videos with many human-created captions are usually solid picks.

    🎬 Top Channels

    Find creators who consistently pump out great content in your target language. Less hunting, more learning.

    Caveat: I added channel tracking to Captionz fairly late in the game, so a lot of older videos don't have channel info attached. That's why for some languages you might see "no channels found" even though there are plenty of videos. The list will fill in as more videos are watched going forward.

    Click any video to jump straight into dual-subtitle mode, or check out top channels on YouTube.

    Captionz at a Glance

    I also added some stats because I'm a sucker for numbers (and donut charts, apparently). The new Platform Stats section shows:

    Total Videos in the database Total Captions available Languages supported

    And yes, there are pretty donut charts showing how captions and videos are distributed across languages. I spent way too long making them look nice.

    Built by a Language Learner, for Language Learners

    These features aren't just vanity metrics. Every video you watch with Captionz helps build these lists, making it easier for other learners to find great content. It's a virtuous cycle — and you're part of it!

    Give it a spin! Head over to Captionz, pick your target language, and scroll down to see what's new.

    Help Me Build the Ultimate Language Learning Database

    Here's the thing: Captionz gets better the more you use it. I'm building a database specifically curated for language learners — not just random YouTube videos, but content that people actually find useful for learning. The more videos you watch through Captionz, the richer the recommendations become for everyone.

    So go watch some videos! Find that obscure Japanese cooking channel you love, binge some Spanish podcasts, explore French vlogs — whatever helps you learn. Every view adds to the collective knowledge, and you'll be helping fellow learners discover great content too.

    Happy learning! 🚀

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  • N.B. More Languages and Pronunciations come to Dictionariez/Ordböcker v7.3.0

    Hi,
    Happy Spring February! I am so happy to start it with a big update! As a solo developer, I have been working hard (with lots of coffee) to make Dictionariez v7.3.0 better. It has more languages, a better design, and helps you improve your pronunciation.

    🌏 New Languages: A Spotlight on the Philippines (and European languages)

    I have added support for Filipino, Cebuano, Malay, Romanian, Hungarian, and Swahili to the floating definitions.

    This update focuses on the languages of the Philippines. Now you can use both Filipino and Cebuano. Since I am writing this blog, let me share some fun facts I learned while adding these languages:

    Fun Facts: Filipino vs. Cebuano

    Filipino is the national language. It is based on Tagalog. It is the common language used by people across the 7,000+ islands to understand each other. Cebuano (often called Binisaya or Bisaya) is the second most spoken language. It is used mostly in the Visayas and Mindanao regions. Are they the same? No! They are related (like family), but they are different languages. People say they are as different as Spanish is from Italian. So be careful not to mix them up! Spanish Words: Both languages borrowed many Spanish words (like silya for chair, or kutsara for spoon). It is fun to find them! 🗣️ Pronunciation Upgrades (Just the beginning!)

    Hearing the word correctly is very important. I improved the audio features to help you:

    British vs. American: English lookups now clearly show the difference between American and British pronunciations. Cantonese Support: If you use Traditional Chinese settings, the app now has Cantonese audio. This is great if you are learning Hong Kong dialects or just like Dim Sum.

    This is just a start! In the future, I want to add even more accents. Imagine choosing between Mexican Spanish and Spain Spanish, or Australian English and Scottish Accent.

    But I need your help! I do not know every language well. If you can help me distinguish accents in your language (for example, which voices sound like Brazilian Portuguese vs. European Portuguese), please tell me! Your knowledge will help me improve the app for everyone.

    🎨 Better Interface (Because looks matter) Redesigned Floating Options: The floating definitions look cleaner and work better. Auto-Closing Translator: The sentence translator is easier to use. Just click outside the box, and it will close automatically. Aligned Shortcuts: The Options page looks neater. Your shortcut settings are now perfectly aligned. 📢 I want to hear from you!

    I build Dictionariez for you (and for myself, because I use it too). If you find any bugs, want a new language, or just want to say hi, please send me a message!

  • 🌍 Introducing Translation Pro: Instant Text Translation in Dictionariez

    Hi everyone! I almost forgot to announce one of the biggest features of Dictionariez... 😅

    Translation Pro has actually been live since v6.4.0, and we're already at v6.4.2! I've been working like a machine recently, pushing updates so fast that I forgot to properly introduce this milestone feature. Better late than never, right?

    So let me officially introduce Translation Pro - the powerful text translation feature that's been quietly revolutionizing language learning for our users.

    What's New with Translation Pro?

    Building on the success of our TTS Pro feature, Translation Pro uses the same intuitive interface but for instant translation:

    Select any text on any webpage and get instant translations Support for 20+ major languages with accurate AI-powered translations Premium Google translation service - superior quality to most providers Same convenient bubble interface - just look for the 🌐 icon Works everywhere - from news articles to social media posts

    Whether you're learning a new language, reading foreign content, or just curious about what something means, Translation Pro makes it effortless.

    Superior Translation Quality

    Translation Pro uses Google's professional translation service - the same technology powering Google Translate Pro. This means you get:

    Higher accuracy than most translation providers Better context understanding for natural translations Professional-grade quality suitable for serious language learning Consistent results across all supported languages

    The difference in quality is immediately noticeable, especially for complex sentences and technical content.

    How It Works

    The user experience is beautifully simple:

    Select text on any webpage (single words, sentences, or paragraphs) [optional] Press Ctrl (or your configured key) to show the action bubble (you can configure the modifier key in settings) Click the translation icon 🌐 to get instant translation View results in a clean, non-intrusive popup Click the speaker icon in the translation popup to hear it read aloud!

    Just like TTS Pro, Translation Pro uses the same isolated web component architecture that ensures zero interference with the original website.

    Perfect for Language Learners

    Translation Pro is designed with language learners in mind:

    Learn vocabulary in context - see how words are used in real sentences Understand complex texts - translate difficult passages instantly Compare languages - great for Swedish learners reading 8sidor or other native content Pronunciation practice - translate text, then have the translation read aloud with one click High-quality learning - professional-grade translations ensure you're learning correctly Technical Excellence & Design

    Like all Dictionariez features, Translation Pro is built with quality in mind:

    Open source - you can explore the implementation Web Components & Shadow DOM - completely isolated from website scripts and styles Auto theme adaptation - automatically adapts to your OS light/dark theme Universal compatibility - works on all websites without interference Premium Google translation API - professional-grade translation quality

    Note: While I've tested extensively, if you encounter any website compatibility issues, please let me know so we can improve the experience.

    Language Support

    Currently supporting 20+ major languages including:

    English ↔ Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese English ↔ Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Japanese, Korean English ↔ Russian, Arabic, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian And many more!

    Want a language we don't support yet? Please leave a comment or open an issue - I've been actively expanding language support based on user feedback!

    Pricing and Availability

    Translation Pro follows our TTS Pro model:

    🎁 Generous Free Trial

    Every user gets a generous free trial to experience the quality of our premium Google translations.

    💰 Special Pricing Winter(third) Launch offer: 70% off starting... now. Full Pro access: Unlimited translations + TTS + cloud sync. Download and Get Started

    Ready to break down language barriers? Get started today:

    Download Dictionariez:

    Chrome Web Store Firefox Add-ons Microsoft Edge Add-ons

    How to try Translation Pro:

    Install the extension (or update if you're already a user!) Select any text on any webpage Press Ctrl to show the action bubble Click the 🌐 icon to translate Click the 🔊 icon in the translation popup to hear it read aloud Upgrade to Pro for unlimited access The Complete Language Learning Suite

    With Translation Pro, Dictionariez now offers a complete language learning toolkit:

    🔍 Dictionary lookups - Multiple dictionaries in one click 🔊 TTS Pro - Natural AI voices read text aloud 🌐 Translation Pro - Premium Google translations with audio playback 📚 Anki integration - Export words directly to your flashcard deck ☁️ Cloud sync - Access your data across all devices Looking Ahead

    Translation Pro represents our commitment to making language learning more accessible and effective. Your support as a Pro user directly funds the development of more AI-powered features and expanded language support.

    Ready to experience professional-grade translation? Try Translation Pro today and join the PNL Pro community!

    Questions, feedback, or language requests? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out through our community channels or GitHub.

    Happy translating! 🌍✨

    P.S. Translation Pro and TTS Pro work seamlessly together - translate text to understand it, then have both the original AND translation read aloud for pronunciation practice. The perfect language learning combo!

    P.P.S. Yes, I really have been working like a machine lately - v6.4.0, v6.4.1, v6.4.2... more features coming soon! 🤖

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