May 19 2014: An incredibly simple  app lets travelers instantly translate printed words in a foreign language,  with  their  phone’s camera.
Word Lens gives you translation on the go: NO NETWORK required - results appear immediately on your video screen when you need it, anywhere in the world. It's easy to use, like the regular camera
WordLens is available for
+ English to Russian  and vice versa+ English to Spanish  and viceversa+ English to French and vice versa+ English to Italian and vice versa+ English to German and vice versa+ English to Portuguese and vice versa
The app is best used on clearly printed text (e.g. signs, menus) . It DOES NOT recognize handwriting or stylized fonts . It's not perfect, but you can get the general meaning! Keep text in focus by holding it at least one hand-length away and tap-to-focus if autofocus is struggling.Turn on the flashlight (if available on your device). Zoom in (if available on your device). If you have a problem contact the makers  at this email  help@questvisual.com

As we upload this story, we hear that WordLens is also available for Google Glass. For example with your Google gass on, command “Translate this”, as you  look at a sign in a foreign language brings up the translation  right before your eyes.
Now will Indian app developers and state tourism agencies  get started on creating translation of Indian languages into international tongues?
Download links here