Rylo
Rylo provides a free call captioning and live transcription app for Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and speech-disabled individuals, displaying every word of a conversation in real time. The app supports 50+ languages, includes type-to-talk and AI-powered quick replies, and is FCC-certified with transcripts saved locally for privacy. Rylo also offers a desktop app for captioning meetings with Google Calendar integration.
- Software Only
- Artificial Intelligence
- Telecommunications
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Founder details are not available yet.
Product
Problem
Traditional phone calls exclude individuals who are Deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities, creating communication barriers that limit personal and professional connections. Existing captioning tools often provide only gist-level interpretations, missing the richness and nuance of conversation, and may not comply with accessibility standards.
Solution
Rylo provides a completely free call captioning and live transcription app that displays every word of a conversation in real-time, enabling users to follow along effortlessly. The app supports 50+ languages with automatic language detection, and offers features like type-to-talk, AI-powered quick replies, and adjustable caption styles. Rylo also includes Sidekick, a desktop app that captions meetings, and is certified by the FCC, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards. All calls are private, with transcripts saved locally on the device, and the app is designed to work with hearing aids, cochlear implants, and Bluetooth headsets.
Target Audience
Primary users are Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and speech-disabled individuals in the United States, as well as audiologists and advocacy groups who support this community.
Features
- Real-time call captioning with highly accurate speech-to-text technology
- Support for 50+ languages with automatic language detection and switching
- Type-to-talk functionality for users with speech disabilities
- AI-powered quick replies and keyboard shortcuts for adjusting tone and pace
- On-device transcription and call summaries for privacy, with optional cloud AI processing configured for zero data retention
- Compatibility with hearing aids, cochlear implants, and Bluetooth headsets
- Adjustable caption styles and spam/profanity filtering
- Desktop Sidekick app for captioning meetings, with Google Calendar integration for automatic meeting start
- FCC-certified and designed to conform with WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility guidelines