PlayHT, an AI-powered text-to-speech tool, was originally developed as a voice support tool for Medium. However, the program has become an outstanding platform for creating podcasts and diverse audio support.
Key features of PlayHT:
- Diverse languages and voices: With a choice of 132 languages and a total of 832 voices, PlayHT offers a wide range of options for users.
- Integration of leading text-to-speech voices: PlayHT integrates the text-to-speech voices of Google, Amazon, IBM and Microsoft into a unified API.
- Individual voice models: A unique feature allows users to create custom voice models based on individual audio inputs.
- Finest control over language parameters: Full support for Speech Synthesis Markup Language (SSML) allows control of aspects such as intonation, speed and pauses for nuanced speech output.
- Secure cloud storage and team collaboration: Secure cloud storage for synthesized audio files allows team access and collaboration to co-create audio files.
Diverse use cases:
PlayHT’s applications are broad, ranging from marketing videos to e-learning materials to improving customer service for businesses.
- Marketing and explanation videos: Marketers and content producers use AI-generated voices for their videos.
- E-learning support: The technology is used to provide training materials with correct pronunciation of technical terms and abbreviations.
- Improving customer service: Companies optimize their customer service through professional voice interactions in IVR and telephone systems.
- Website engagement: Webmasters improve the accessibility and engagement of their websites by integrating SEO-friendly audio widgets.
Recently, PlayHT introduced its new model, PlayHT Turbo, which can convert text into speech particularly quickly. This improved version offers a delay of only 150 to 200 ms, which corresponds to what feels like real time.
PlayHT – Origin and development
Originally launched in 2016 as a Chrome extension to read articles on Medium, PlayHT has evolved into an essential tool for high-quality text-to-speech content after winning an award on Product Hunt. The company focuses on providing high-quality speech synthesis and audio accessibility solutions.
With its wide range of applications and advanced features, PlayHT provides a robust platform for creating AI-generated audio files that can be used in various industries and areas.
