VLC Media Player Launches Offline AI Subtitles and Translations

VLC Media Player is bringing a major upgrade to video watching. At CES 2025, VLC announced a new feature that uses artificial intelligence to create real-time subtitles and translations — all without needing an internet connection.

This new feature lets users generate and translate subtitles directly on their devices. It keeps videos private and accessible, without relying on cloud services.

Key Features:

Offline Functionality: The AI-powered subtitles and translations work completely offline, protecting user privacy and allowing seamless viewing anywhere.

Multilingual Support: The system supports over 100 languages, helping people watch videos across different languages easily.

Integrated AI Models: VLC uses open-source AI models, including a version of OpenAI’s Whisper, to process audio and create accurate subtitles in real-time.

User Privacy: Because everything runs on your device, your data stays private and secure.

This update is especially helpful for users in areas with poor internet connection or for those who care about privacy.

Although VLC has not announced an exact release date yet, the feature promises to make video content much more accessible for everyone.