About
RogerVoice is an award-winning mobile application designed to break down communication barriers for the 48 million Americans living with some degree of hearing loss. Using advanced AI-driven speech recognition, the app transcribes phone calls in real time — word for word — so users can read what the other person is saying during live conversations. It is certified by the FCC as a Telephone Relay Service (TRS) provider, meaning it is entirely free for US citizens and residents with hearing loss, funded by a federal program available 24/7. Beyond live call captioning, RogerVoice includes a Type-To-Speak feature that lets users type their side of the conversation, which the app then voices aloud in real time — ideal for those who prefer not to speak. Voicemails are automatically transcribed into readable text, ensuring no message is ever missed. All calls and captions are encrypted end-to-end, and RogerVoice explicitly does not share user conversations, making it a privacy-conscious solution. Users can fully customize the caption display — adjusting font size, color, and layout — for maximum readability. RogerVoice serves a broad range of communication needs including family calls, medical appointments, financial services, emergency services, and more. It has surpassed 10 million captioned calls globally and is especially valuable for veterans, cochlear implant users, and anyone experiencing progressive hearing loss.
Key Features
- Real-Time Call Captioning: AI transcribes every word of incoming and outgoing phone calls instantly, displayed as scrollable captions so users never miss what's being said.
- Type-To-Speak: Users can type their side of the conversation and RogerVoice voices it aloud in real time, enabling full two-way communication for those who prefer not to speak.
- Voicemail Transcription: Missed calls and voicemails are automatically converted to readable text, accessible anytime and anywhere within the app.
- Customizable Captions: Users can adjust font size, text color, and caption layout to make reading comfortable and accessible to their specific visual preferences.
- End-to-End Encryption: All calls and transcriptions are encrypted end-to-end, ensuring complete privacy with no conversation data ever shared with third parties.
Use Cases
- A person with moderate hearing loss uses RogerVoice to read real-time captions during doctor's appointments over the phone, ensuring they don't miss any medical instructions.
- A deaf individual uses the Type-To-Speak feature to communicate with customer service representatives without requiring a human relay operator.
- A veteran with service-related tinnitus uses RogerVoice to reconnect with family members through phone calls they previously found too difficult to follow.
- A senior experiencing progressive hearing loss reads automatic voicemail transcriptions to stay up-to-date with messages from financial advisors and pharmacies.
- A cochlear implant user customizes caption font size and color in RogerVoice to make call transcriptions comfortable to read during noisy or low-visibility conditions.
Pros
- Completely Free for Eligible Users: Funded by the FCC's federal TRS program, RogerVoice is 100% free 24/7 for US residents with hearing loss — with no subscription or hidden fees.
- FCC-Certified Quality: The app has met or exceeded FCC benchmarks for caption accuracy and speed, providing a reliable and regulated communication service.
- Privacy-First Design: End-to-end encryption and a strict no-sharing policy ensure sensitive conversations — including medical or financial calls — remain fully private.
- Broad Accessibility Support: Supports cochlear implant users, those with tinnitus, veterans, and seniors experiencing hearing loss with flexible features tailored to diverse needs.
Cons
- US-Only Free Access: The free FCC-funded service is restricted to US citizens and residents with documented hearing loss; international users may face different terms or costs.
- Mobile-Only Platform: RogerVoice is available only on iOS and Android — there is no desktop or web-based version for users who prefer to take calls on a computer.
- Requires Hearing Loss Eligibility: US federal law restricts use of the captioned call service with captions enabled to registered users with hearing loss, limiting general-purpose use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RogerVoice really free?
Yes, for US citizens and residents with hearing loss, RogerVoice is 100% free 24/7. The service is funded by the FCC through a federal program supporting persons with hearing disabilities. International users should check local availability and pricing.
How does real-time captioning work on RogerVoice?
RogerVoice uses AI-powered speech recognition to listen to the audio of an incoming or outgoing phone call and instantly transcribes it into text captions, displayed on your screen as the conversation happens.
Can I use RogerVoice if I can't speak?
Yes. The Type-To-Speak feature allows you to type your responses, and the app will voice them aloud to the other caller in real time — enabling full communication without needing to speak.
Is my call data private and secure?
All calls and captions on RogerVoice are encrypted end-to-end. The company explicitly states it never shares your conversations with third parties, ensuring complete privacy.
What devices does RogerVoice support?
RogerVoice is available as a free app on both Android (Google Play) and iOS (Apple App Store). It is designed for smartphone use and does not currently have a desktop or web app.
