Can I use XanderGlasses to watch TV or at a movie theater, or to talk on the phone?

When watching a pre-recorded TV show or movie, we suggest using the closed captions provided rather than your XanderGlasses. Captions for non-live shows include context about noises other than speech.

 

There's an important difference between real-time captions and closed captions created for a pre-recorded TV show or movie. Captions created for scripted shows can include context notes for noise, like “eerie music,” "applause," or “creaky floor.” XanderGlasses caption only speech.  Since closed captions provide that important information, we advise using the closed captions rather than your XanderGlasses as closed captions.

When watching live TV, like news broadcasts, etc., where the captions may be inaccurate or hard to follow, you can try XanderGlasses. The glasses will caption a voice on TV if it's clear, just as they caption a voice in person.  

In a similar way, XanderGlasses can provide captions for a phone or video call if you are listening to the call on speakerphone. The microphones in the glasses will listen, turn the speech of the voices into text, and project captions for you. 

You may also use your wireless microphone system for improved accuracy. In this scenario, place the microphone near the TV speaker or soundbar, and the receiver in the USB-C port of your glasses. Learn more about using the wireless mic here: https://help.xander.tech/how-well-do-xanderglasses-work-in-noisy-situations-with-background-noise.

Remember: Movie theaters are required to provide captioning for films. Check the box office to see what times captioned showings are available and take advantage of the service.