Anyone have any idea what this prop was made from?
Only in nuTrek. Have we seen nuKirk use a universal translator yet?Just as a side note, the universal translator was invented by Hoshi in 'Enterprise'. *cough* rather like most things in trek, 'Enterprise' invented it. ;p
No.Just as a side note, the universal translator was invented by Hoshi in 'Enterprise'. *cough* rather like most things in trek, 'Enterprise' invented it. ;p
Since it's a prequel, why wouldn't most of the technology have antecedents in the Enterprise era?Just as a side note, the universal translator was invented by Hoshi in 'Enterprise'. *cough* rather like most things in trek, 'Enterprise' invented it. ;p
I don't think they say she invented it.^^^
I'm not entirely sure, you're most likely right, but in the ENT episode 'Demons' where the federation is first formed the Earth president (Richard Wilkins), I distinctly remember him, thanks Hoshi for the universal translators (they were clipped onto their clothes). To which she acted all humble and aw shucks like a schmuck, saying she just put together a few things.
Memory Alpha has a line about this under 'universal translator'.
Memory Alpha said:The actual universal translator, which was used for deciphering unknown languages on the fly, was a handheld device with a keypad and display to which a communicator could attach at the top. (ENT: "Precious Cargo") The communicator was also apparently able to translate preprogrammed languages without having the full universal translator attached. (ENT: "Civilization") Additionally, small translators, able to be clipped onto clothing, were available in 2155 to function as a standalone version of what was usually built into communicators of the era. (ENT: "Demons")
Demons said:SAMUELS: Well, it certainly helps that the delegates can understand each other. These universal translators work perfectly, thanks to you.
HOSHI: I just updated them with a few things we picked up on the mission.
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