Speakoala

Speakoala is an AI-powered text-to-speech (TTS) reading assistant designed to help users consume digital content through listening. It can read any website, email, and local document (including PDF, DOCX, and EPUB) with natural, lifelike voices. The tool supports over 70 languages and features advanced capabilities like box-selection playback, word-level synchronized highlighting, and adjustable speeds from 0.25x to 4x. It is available as a browser extension, allowing users to stay productive during commutes, workouts, or breaks while reducing eye strain.

## How to Use

Install the Speakoala browser extension. Open any webpage or upload a local file like a PDF. Use the play button to start reading the entire page, or select a specific block of text or area using the box-selection tool to hear only that part read aloud. You can customize the voice, language, and speed from the control panel.

## Key Features

- 75+ languages with 300+ natural AI voices - Support for local files (PDF, DOCX, EPUB) - Box-selection and selected-text playback - Word-level synchronized highlighting - Playback speed control (0.25x–4x) - Immersive ambient soundscapes (rain, library, etc.)

## Use Cases

- Listening to research papers or long articles during daily commutes - Converting newsletters and emails into a listening queue for hands-free consumption - Assisting individuals with visual impairments or reading difficulties - Learning new languages by listening to natural accents and synchronized text