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Talk to deaf Grandmother

Just large text with voice input for the hearing impaired and elderly.

Barbecue Army · com.bbqarmy.speech

5.0 out of 5 (2 ratings) 50K+ downloads v211 171.8 MB Android 7.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

  • Signature matches the Google Play version Details

At a glance

Latest version
v211 (211)
Updated
Sep 23, 2026 (17 days ago)
APK size
171.8 MB
Requires
Android 7.0+ (API 24)
CPU support
x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM (legacy), ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit, MIPS, MIPS 64-bit
Category
Lifestyle (app)
Listed since
Sep 2, 2023 (at least)
Permissions
12 (1 sensitive)
Website
bbq-army.com
Developer contact
[email protected]
Privacy
Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Talk to deaf Grandmother is an app by Barbecue Army in the Lifestyle category, listed since at least September 2023. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM (legacy), ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit, MIPS and MIPS 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

It asks for 12 permissions, 1 of them sensitive: record audio. It asks for the same permissions as version 210. The app offers in-app purchases through Google Play and can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

What's new in v211

We have significantly redesigned the app interface. The collapsible banner will now appear once at startup. Due to these major changes, if you encounter any errors or issues, we would appreciate it if you could report them via the app's support section.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

This app helps people communicate smoothly with deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals and elderly people with hearing difficulties. Using speech-to-text, large text display, images, and AI support, it makes conversations easier and more comfortable. App Features 1. Speech-to-Text Input •Tap the microphone button and speak. Your words are instantly displayed in large text. Premium users can also use high-accuracy AI speech recognition. 2. Easy to Use •Simple and intuitive design. Just tap once to start voice input and display text immediately. 3. Large Adjustable Text •Large, easy-to-read text with pinch zoom and dedicated zoom buttons. 4. Image Support •Display photos and images from your device to help explain things visually. 5. Communication Support •Great for daily conversations with deaf, hard-of-hearing, or elderly people. Useful Features 1. Text Editing •Edit recognized text anytime for more accurate communication. 2. One-Tap “?” Button •Quickly add or remove a question mark. 3. Flexible Text Scaling •Resize text easily with gestures or buttons. 4. AI Emoji Suggestions •AI suggests emojis that match the conversation (experimental feature). Premium Plan Benefits 1. Ad-Free Experience •Remove all ads for distraction-free communication. 2. History Feature •Save and reuse previous messages anytime. 3. AI Microphone •Use Whisper-powered AI speech recognition for better accuracy. 4. Continuous Voice Input •Convert speech to text continuously without holding the button. Use Cases At Home •Communicate more easily with elderly family members. Medical Use (At Your Own Responsibility) •Help explain information clearly to patients with hearing difficulties. Customer Service (At Your Own Responsibility) •Support communication with customers who have hearing impairments. Public Spaces (At Your Own Responsibility) •Communicate silently in libraries, offices, and other quiet places. Background This app was inspired by the developer’s experience communicating with an elderly mother who became hard of hearing. It was created to make conversations easier, gentler, and more enjoyable for everyone.

Version history

4 versions are listed, going back to v169.

All 4 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

  • Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Sep 23, 2026.
  • Same certificate as the 3 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

  • Developer signature verified Sep 23, 2026
  • Validated against Google Play Sep 23, 2026
  • Signed byC=JP
  • Signing certificate (SHA-1)67:7F:CE:0C:FE:CE:20:5F:D1:4C:01:80:C2:1B:AB:26:57:55:D9:6E
  • File MD5e5e25888c23ffcedf18e3c9ec70c24e7
  • Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (12)

Talk to deaf Grandmother requests 12 permissions, 1 of them sensitive.

Required hardware & features

Talk to deaf Grandmother APK: questions and answers

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is Talk to deaf Grandmother free?

The APK is free to download, but the app offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Is the Talk to deaf Grandmother APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 3 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is e5e25888c23ffcedf18e3c9ec70c24e7.

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