About Talk2See

Talk2See turns what you say into a simple picture in about two seconds, so the person in front of you can see what you mean.

Why we're building it

Some conversations are hard not because of what we say, but because words don't land. A parent with dementia asks for the third time where you're going. A partner with aphasia nods but doesn't follow. A child hears "after lunch" and can't hold on to it.

A quick sketch or a picture often gets through when words don't. But drawing takes time, and searching your phone for the right image takes longer. We want the picture to appear while you're still talking.

What we believe

• What you're talking about should appear in front of you, right as you say it.
• People who find it hard to explain things should still be able to give a clear picture.
• Talking with someone who has a disability should be easier, and more fun.
• Everyday understanding with someone who has dementia should take less effort.

What we heard from caregivers

Before building, we asked family caregivers what actually works. Many already use pictures, often by searching Google Images on their phone in the moment. Others told us pictures don't work for their loved one at all: poor eyesight, images that look distorted, or unfamiliar faces that confuse more than help. Some said large written words work better than pictures.

So Talk2See keeps labels short and clear, avoids photos of strangers, and is being designed so you can switch to large words when pictures aren't the right fit.

How we handle your words

Conversations aren't recorded or saved. When you close the app, the pictures are gone. When it isn't sure, it shows "?" instead of guessing. Read the privacy policy for details.

Who we are

Talk2See is an independent product made in Japan. We're starting with a web app that works on any phone, tablet or computer, with iPhone and iPad apps to follow.

Questions or ideas: [email protected]