About
RogerVoice is an award-winning, AI-powered phone captioning app designed to break down communication barriers for the 48 million Americans living with hearing loss. Certified by the FCC as a Telephone Relay Service (TRS) provider, RogerVoice is available completely free of charge to U.S. citizens and residents with hearing loss, funded through a federally administered program. The app delivers word-for-word, real-time transcription of incoming phone calls directly on-screen, letting users read conversations as they happen. For users who prefer not to speak, the Type-To-Speak feature converts typed text into voice, enabling full two-way communication without saying a word. All calls and captions are encrypted end-to-end, ensuring privacy at every step. Beyond live calls, RogerVoice automatically transcribes voicemails into readable text, so no message is ever missed. Users can fully customize captions — adjusting font size, color, and layout — to suit their personal preferences and accessibility needs. RogerVoice is trusted by millions, including veterans, cochlear implant users, and those with progressive hearing loss, for everyday calls with family, medical appointments, financial services, and emergency situations. Available on both Android and iOS, it is one of the most accessible and impactful AI assistive communication tools available today.
Key Features
- Real-Time Call Captioning: Transcribes phone calls word-for-word as they happen, displaying live captions on-screen so users can follow conversations without missing a word.
- Type-To-Speak: Allows users to type their side of the conversation, which RogerVoice voices aloud in real time — enabling full two-way calls without speaking.
- Voicemail Transcription: Automatically converts voicemails into readable text, making missed calls easy to review anytime.
- Customizable Captions: Users can personalize font size, color, and caption layout for comfortable, accessible reading tailored to their individual needs.
- End-to-End Encryption: All calls and captions are fully encrypted, ensuring conversations remain private and secure at all times.
Use Cases
- Enabling deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals to independently make and receive everyday phone calls with family and friends.
- Facilitating communication during medical appointments, allowing patients to read what their doctor says in real time.
- Supporting veterans with hearing loss or tinnitus to stay connected and manage daily communications.
- Helping individuals with cochlear implants or hearing aids navigate phone calls that would otherwise be difficult to understand.
- Allowing users to review transcribed voicemails at their convenience, ensuring no important message is missed.
Pros
- Completely Free for Eligible Users: FCC-certified and federally funded, making it available at no cost 24/7 to U.S. residents with hearing loss — no subscription needed.
- Supports Full Two-Way Communication: The Type-To-Speak feature means users who cannot or prefer not to speak can still engage in complete phone conversations.
- Privacy-First Design: End-to-end encryption ensures sensitive conversations — including medical and financial calls — remain confidential.
- Cross-Platform Availability: Works on both Android and iOS, making it accessible to a wide range of users regardless of device preference.
Cons
- U.S.-Only Free Access: The free, FCC-funded service is restricted to U.S. citizens and residents with hearing loss; international users may face limitations.
- Requires Registered Hearing Loss Status: Federal law prohibits use by individuals without registered hearing loss, limiting the app's audience to qualifying users only.
- AI Caption Accuracy Varies: Real-time AI transcription may struggle with heavy accents, background noise, or fast speech, potentially affecting caption reliability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RogerVoice really free?
Yes. RogerVoice is 100% free for U.S. citizens and residents with hearing loss, available 24/7. The cost per minute of captioning is covered through a federally administered fund managed by the FCC.
Who is eligible to use RogerVoice?
U.S. citizens and residents with hearing loss are eligible. Federal law prohibits individuals without registered hearing loss from using the captioned call service with captions turned on.
How does the Type-To-Speak feature work?
If you prefer not to speak, you can type your side of the conversation within the app, and RogerVoice will convert your text into voice in real time so the other person can hear you.
Is RogerVoice available outside the United States?
RogerVoice offers versions for other countries (including France, Spain, and the UK), though the free FCC-funded service is specific to the United States.
Are my phone calls private when using RogerVoice?
Yes. All calls and captions are encrypted end-to-end. RogerVoice does not share your conversations with third parties.
