Launched initially as an invite-only iOS exclusive alongside the TikTok-esque Sora mobile app, OpenAI has recently opened the floodgates, removing the waitlist in key regions like the US, Canada, and Japan. According to OpenAI’s X feed, this is a “limited time only” opportunity, so grabbing the app now is highly advised before the velvet rope goes back up. The original announcement of Sora 2 in September signaled a new era, and now that era is truly mobile.
Despite its initial exclusivity, Sora has already proven its appeal, rocketing to the top of the App Store charts. OpenAI reports over a million downloads in less than five days – outpacing even the initial frenzy surrounding ChatGPT. To get started, ensure your iPhone is running iOS 18.0 or later, then simply search for the official Sora app and download. Log in with your ChatGPT credentials, verify your age, and prepare to unleash your inner director.
Sora empowers users to generate 10-second vertical video clips based on text prompts. Describe the scene, the action, the desired style – and let the AI weave its magic. The interface is reminiscent of TikTok, allowing for easy scrolling and discovery of . You can even input a text prompt to help guide the app.
One of Sora’s standout features is “Cameo,” which allows users to record themselves and seamlessly integrate those clips into various AI-generated scenarios. Users maintain full control over their “Cameo” clips, with the ability to manage permissions and delete them at any time. Sora’s audio generation is equally impressive, capable of producing “sophisticated background soundscapes, speech, and sound effects with a high degree of realism,” according to OpenAI.
Fine-Tuning Your Vision
Not quite satisfied with the initial result? No problem. Sora allows you to regenerate videos with tweaked prompts or different settings until you achieve your desired outcome. While currently free with usage limits, ChatGPT Pro subscribers will soon gain access to an “experimental high-quality Sora 2 Pro model” on the web version, eventually making its way to the app.
While initially an iPhone exclusive, OpenAI has expanded Sora’s reach, making the AI video generator app available for Android users in select regions including the U.S., Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Sora’s arrival on mobile marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of AI-powered content creation. As the technology matures and becomes more accessible, we can expect to see a surge in user-generated content that blurs the lines between reality and imagination. The future of video is here, and it’s in your pocket.
