The subtitling system leverages open-source AI models to generate and translate subtitles for video content in real-time.

As The Verge points out, AI-powered subtitling has been in the works for some time, mainly as a plugin using OpenAI’s speech recognition system, Whisper. However, this new demo marks a significant upgrade, integrating the feature directly into the VLC app itself.

Real-time translation feature showcased at CES is a proof of concept, potentially revolutionizing movie subtitles and conversations. VLC embraces AI for automatic subtitle creation and translation, leading the way for more open-source solutions in the future.

VLC media player is among the surprise entrants at CES 2025, and the company is demoing a feature that automatically generates subtitles for you. When I see companies launching new AI features, I'm usually skeptical because it has become an overused buzzword—but in this case,

W hether you’re watching a home video, a movie, or a TV series, subtitles are useful to understand what’s going on on your screen. However, it can be difficult to find the rig