"Does AI voice really sound good enough?"
Yes. We use ElevenLabs, the same AI voice technology used by Netflix and major audiobook publishers. Book a demo to hear it yourself.
"How accurate are the translations?"
Our AI doesn't just translate - it culturally adapts. We combine AI models with tourism-specific training, and every translation can be reviewed by native speakers before going live.
"We have custom GPS/hardware. Will it work?"
HOHO Studio exports standard audio files (MP3, WAV) that work with any GPS-triggered system. If it plays audio files, it works with us.
"What if we already have scripts we like?"
This is the perfect use-case. Upload your existing scripts and we'll optimize them for audio, flag any outdated content, and translate to new languages - all while keeping your approved messaging intact.
"This seems too cheap - what's the catch?"
The economics of AI have genuinely changed. What used to require writers, translators, voice actors, and studios can now be done by software. The "catch" is it's a subscription - you pay annually for access and unlimited updates.
"Can we test it first?"
Absolutely. We offer a pilot program - test with one route before committing.
"How quickly can we go live with a new route?"
A complete multilingual route — scripted, narrated, and translated into 30+ languages — can be ready in days. Traditional production takes months and costs tens of thousands. With HOHO Studio, you can launch a new route before the season starts, not after it ends.
"Can we update content mid-season without re-recording?"
Yes. Edit a sentence, regenerate in seconds, and push the update to all languages simultaneously. A road closure, a new sponsor mention, a seasonal event — you can update commentary the same day, not months later.
"How do you handle pronunciation of local place names?"
The AI is trained on local pronunciation databases and supports phonetic overrides for tricky names. You can preview and fine-tune any pronunciation before publishing. We also offer native speaker QA as an optional step.
"What if a new stop is added or a route changes?"
Add the stop, generate commentary, and translate to all languages — done in a single session. No need to recall voice actors, re-book studios, or re-translate from scratch. Route changes are operational reality; our platform is built for them.
"Do passengers use their own phones or do we need hardware?"
Both. HOHO Studio exports standard MP3/WAV files that work with your existing on-bus GPS hardware. Passengers can also access commentary on their own phones via QR code — no app download required. Many operators run both options in parallel.
"How many narration styles are available?"
Multiple voices and styles per language — from professional broadcaster to casual storyteller. Each route can have its own style, so a kids' route sounds different from a historical deep-dive. Custom voice cloning is also available for operators who want a signature sound.
"Can different routes have different content tones?"
Absolutely. A family-friendly route, a nightlife route, and a heritage route can each have their own tone, vocabulary, and narration style. You control the personality of each route independently.
"What happens if we want to switch to another provider later?"
You own your scripts. All content can be exported in standard formats (text, MP3, WAV) at any time. There's no vendor lock-in — we earn your business by being better, not by trapping your content.
"Is there a limit on how many languages we can add?"
No limit. 30+ languages are currently available, and adding a new language to an existing route takes minutes, not weeks. The cost per additional language is a fraction of traditional translation and recording.
"Can we include promotional content or partner mentions in the commentary?"
Yes. Location-triggered upsells and partner mentions can be woven naturally into the commentary — "Coming up on your left is the Cathedral. Skip-the-line tickets are available in your app." It feels helpful, not like an ad, and it drives real revenue.
