Google Text-to-Speech in Android now supports Hindi

Google has updated the Text-to-Speech app in Google Play, adding support for Hindi and Indonesian languages. The updated version is rolling out now and will reach your Android device in the coming days.

Google Text-to-Speech works in the background and powers the applications to read-aloud the text available on the screen. Many apps like Google Play Books use the feature on Android. So, next time you are planning to read a Hindi or Indonesian book on your Android device, you will be able to use read-aloud function of the Play Books to listen to the book.

Although Google Text-to-Speech is turned-on by default in most Android devices, you can still head over Settings > Language & Input > Text-to-speech to check out the related settings or download voice-packs. At this point, Google is only offering female voice-packs for both Hindi and Indonesian.

Updated Play Store version brings “My Account” page

Google has started rolling out a new version of Play Store client on Android devices. Carrying version number 5.1, the updated Play Store will bring full-length drawer, new my account page, UI tweaks and more.

The My Account is the major change and will give the users quick access to payment methods, order history and more.

This version of Play Store will reach your Android phone or tablet in the coming days.  (via)