OpenAI has unveiled a groundbreaking update for ChatGPT, enabling the AI chatbot to process and interact with video inputs. This feature is initially rolling out for ChatGPT Plus and Pro users, with plans for a broader release in 2025.
Key Features of ChatGPT’s Video Interaction
- Real-Time Visual Insights:
ChatGPT can now recognize objects through a smartphone camera, providing real-time insights. Similar to Google Lens and camera-based Visual Intelligence tools, this functionality allows users to point their cameras at objects and receive instant answers to queries. - Enhanced Accessibility:
The rollout of this video interaction feature has begun for paid users. Educational and enterprise users can expect access by January 2025, signaling OpenAI’s commitment to integrating advanced AI into various industries. - Sora Turbo Integration:
In addition to video recognition, OpenAI has launched Sora Turbo, an AI-powered video generation tool. Initially introduced as a limited preview, Sora Turbo is now available to Plus and Pro subscribers. It allows users to create highly realistic videos up to 20 seconds long in resolutions up to 1080p, with multiple formats such as widescreen and vertical.
Sora Turbo: Features and Limitations
- Offers a storyboard interface for detailed customizations.
- Users can generate videos using personal assets or fresh ideas.
- Currently unavailable in regions like the EU, UK, and Switzerland, and restricted to users aged 18 and above.
- Plus Subscribers: Limited to 50 videos per month at 480p.
- Pro Users: Access to higher resolutions and extended limits.
OpenAI’s latest advancements, part of a 12-day product launch series, underline its mission to create a versatile AI ecosystem catering to individual and enterprise needs. Flexible pricing models are expected to debut in 2025, ensuring accessibility across diverse user bases.
