OpenAI recently introduced its groundbreaking text-to-video AI model called Sora. This launch was part of their exciting 12-day “Ship-mas” event. Now, creators can turn simple text prompts into high-quality videos instantly.
Sora is currently available for ChatGPT subscribers in the US and several other regions. It opens up a world of limitless creative possibilities for digital artists and filmmakers.
Introducing Sora and Sora Turbo
The release includes the standard model and a more powerful version called Sora Turbo. This text-to-video AI model does more than just create clips from scratch.
Sora Turbo can animate still images and remix existing videos. It also allows users to create complex scenes using sequential text prompts. These features make the tool highly versatile for professional video production.
Understanding Sora Subscription Plans
To use this text-to-video AI model, you need a ChatGPT subscription. There are two main tiers available for users.
ChatGPT Plus Plan
For $20 per month, Plus users get 1,000 credits. This allows for roughly 50 videos at 720p resolution. Each video can be up to 5 seconds long.
ChatGPT Pro Plan
The Pro plan costs $200 per month. It offers unlimited generations and 1080p high-definition resolution. Pro users can create 20-second videos without any watermarks. You can also generate five videos at the same time.
Key Creative Features of Sora
OpenAI showcased several innovative tools during their live event. These tools enhance the user experience significantly.
- Storyboard Tool: Generate videos using a specific sequence of prompts.
- Image Animation: Transform any still photo into a moving video.
- Remix & Blend: Combine two scenes or tweak videos with text instructions.
- Explore Page: A community space to browse videos created by other users.
Safety and Regional Availability
OpenAI is focusing heavily on responsible AI use. This text-to-video AI model includes strict filters against violent or explicit content. All generated videos contain metadata and watermarks for transparency.
While the US rollout is complete, users in the UK and Europe must wait longer. OpenAI is working to balance creative freedom with local safety regulations.and many other countries, Sora’s rollout in Europe and the UK will take longer. For non-subscribers, the explore page remains accessible for viewing community-created content.