Key Highlights
- OpenAI launched Sora for ChatGPT Plus and Pro users
- Generates 20-second videos using text or uploads
- Includes watermarks and strict safety measures
OpenAI has officially launched Sora, its AI video generation model, after months of anticipation. Available only to ChatGPT Plus and Pro subscribers, Sora enables users to create 20-second videos in resolutions up to 1080p. The model is hosted on a standalone platform. It is accessible via a website with strict subscription-based limits.
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Sora: Key Features
- Sora supports video generation in 1080p resolution with a maximum length of 20 seconds.
- Users can create videos in widescreen, vertical, or square formats.
- It allows users to upload their videos and images to blend or extend them into AI-generated content.
- Generate videos from scratch using text prompts.
- Set specific inputs for each frame to customize the video.
Subscription Plans And Limits
- ChatGPT Plus Subscribers can create 50 videos monthly at 480p resolution or fewer videos in 720p.
- ChatGPT Pro Subscribers can access “10x more usage” with higher resolutions and longer durations for $200/month.
Technology Behind Sora
- Diffusion Model: Maintains content consistency over the 20-second video by foreseeing multiple frames simultaneously.
- Transformer Architecture: Incorporates recaptioning techniques from DALL-E 3 to enhance performance.
- Data Sources: Uses publicly available data, partnerships with Shutterstock and Pond5, and proprietary datasets developed by AI trainers and employees.
Safety Measures
- Includes visible watermarks and metadata following C2PA standards to ensure content authenticity.
- Sora blocks harmful content, including deepfakes and abusive material.
- Restrictions are in place to minimize misuse during the initial phase.
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Conclusion
With Sora, OpenAI is taking a significant step in AI video creation while addressing privacy and safety concerns. Although access is limited to paid users, the platform sets a new benchmark for video generation.
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