WebSocket-based live transcription with language detection across 85+ languages and custom vocabulary support, integrated into AI SDK v7.
Summary
Eliminates the need to manage separate transcription endpoints and provider auth. Live streaming reduces latency for real-time applications like meeting transcription or live captioning.
Why it matters
Eliminates the need to manage separate transcription endpoints and provider auth. Live streaming reduces latency for real-time applications like meeting transcription or live captioning.
Implementation verdict
Replaces direct Google Speech-to-Text calls. Requires npm install of ai@latest and @ai-sdk/gateway@latest, plus 16kHz PCM audio input format. Production-ready—browser sandbox available for immediate testing.
Sources
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