OpenAI’s long-awaited video generation model, Sora, is now available for public use after an early preview earlier this year.
The rollout includes access for ChatGPT Plus and Pro subscribers in the U.S. and “most other countries” starting today, the company announced Monday.
Why it matters
Sora represents OpenAI’s first public venture into video generation, offering a glimpse into the future of AI-powered multimedia tools.
Details
What’s new:
- Sora Turbo powers the tool, boasting faster performance compared to the February preview.
- Limitations persist: OpenAI notes challenges with realistic physics and handling complex actions over extended durations.
How It Works
- A landing page features a community feed of Sora-generated videos with prompts displayed for each clip.
- Users can re-cut, remix, or blend videos directly from the feed.
Usage limits
- ChatGPT Plus subscribers can generate up to 50 videos per month at 480p or fewer, shorter clips at 720p.
- Pro plan users get 10 times the usage, with higher resolutions and longer durations.
- Tailored pricing options for various user needs are planned for next year.
Zoom in
Videos are capped at 20 seconds and 1080p resolution for now. Each video includes a visible watermark and C2PA metadata to combat misuse.
Safety measures
- OpenAI prohibits the creation of child sexual abuse materials (CSAM) and sexual deepfakes.
- Uploads featuring people are restricted as the company refines safeguards against deepfakes.
What’s next
OpenAI plans to expand features, refine safeguards, and roll out tailored pricing to accommodate different use cases in early 2025.
Source: Engadget
