<p>Google Translate is now even more useful for those last-minute translation needs. The app now has the ability to instantly translate 27 languages from text. The way it works is simple, too: Just point your smartphone's camera at the text you don't understand and have the app translate it in real time. TechCrunch reports that the app has recently expanded from translating seven languages to 27 languages, including Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, and Romanian. TechCrunch spoke with Julie Cattiau, the product manager for Google Translate, who said : Our mission is to help overcome language barriers.</p>