Observed arrival · 2026-09-14

Zirek Wants to Dub the Internet in Kurdish

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A Chrome extension that says it can live-dub videos into Sorani or Kurmanji while displaying translated subtitles.

Landing page captured for the 2026-09-14 issue.

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Zirek describes a browser-side workflow for listening to web video in Kurdish: the extension lowers the source track, routes audio to Google, and plays a translated voice a few seconds later. It offers Sorani and Kurmanji modes, live subtitles, selectable Gemini Live models, and separate volume controls. The page says users retain their own API key on the device and receive 30 free minutes before a stated $2.99 monthly plan.

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