OpenAI’s highly anticipated AI video generator, Sora, has been released through Microsoft’s new Bing Video Creator feature on the free Bing mobile app for iOS and Android.
Initially hyped for its unparalleled realism and camera dynamism, Sora has faced competition from other AI video generators from startups like Runway and Luma to Chinese competitors Kling, Hailuo MiniMax, and Israel’s LTX Studio. While Sora still lags behind in 60-second generation capabilities, Microsoft is now offering it for free to a broader audience.
Bing Video Creator allows users to create short videos by typing text prompts into the app’s search bar or selecting from pre-made templates. The tool transforms descriptive inputs into vibrant, five-second AI-generated clips that can be shared on social media or downloaded for use in personal projects.
Microsoft has positioned Bing Video Creator as a tool for enhancing everyday communication and creativity, with built-in moderation features to ensure responsible AI usage. Although currently focused on consumer users, the technology behind Bing Video Creator could have implications for enterprise AI workflows.
For now, users can access Bing Video Creator without paying a subscription fee, unlike OpenAI’s Sora which requires a ChatGPT Plus or Pro subscription. To take advantage of this free offer, download the Bing Mobile app and start creating videos today.
Source: https://venturebeat.com/ai/openais-sora-is-now-available-for-free-to-all-users-through-microsoft-bing-video-creator-on-mobile