AI App ‘ElevenReader’ Offers Iconic Voice Narration

While many apps offer text-to-speech capabilities, ElevenReader elevates the experience. This new app allows users to have their favorite books, articles, or personal documents narrated by some of the most recognizable voices in history.

Developed by AI company ElevenLabs, the app is compatible with both iPhone and Android devices. Users can paste text, upload a PDF, or connect it to saved articles, then choose a voice. Some voices are new AI creations, while others are licensed recreations of real people.

The 'Iconic Voices' collection includes Burt Reynolds, Sir Laurence Olivier, James Dean, Judy Garland, and Maya Angelou, each rendered with remarkable realism.

The standout feature of this technology is its natural handling of language. The AI does not rely on old recordings but has been trained on hours of audio to mimic the tone, cadence, and personality of each speaker. When encountering questions, the voice adjusts with appropriate inflection.

Subscriptions for ElevenReader start at $10.00 per month, and the company plans to add more well-known voices in the coming months.