Local Reader – On-device AI text-to-speech Chrome extension

Summary: Local Reader is a Chrome extension that converts webpages into high-quality AI speech entirely on-device using the Kokoro TTS model and WebGPU. It offers dynamic highlighting, scrolling, and speed control without requiring internet access or paid voices.

What it does

It uses a 40M parameter Kokoro TTS model running on WebGPU to synthesize speech from webpages directly in the browser, enabling fast, high-quality text-to-speech with on-device processing.

Who it's for

Users seeking free, high-quality AI voices for reading webpages without relying on cloud services or paywalls.

Why it matters

It eliminates the need for internet-based TTS services and paywalled voices by providing efficient, on-device AI speech synthesis.