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Techday NZ
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Techday NZ
Google adds photo-to-video tool to Gemini as Veo 3 rollout expands
Google has announced a significant update to its Gemini AI platform, introducing a new feature that allows users to transform their photos into dynamic eight-second video clips with sound. The tool, powered by Google's latest video generation model Veo 3, is now available to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in over 150 countries, with the company highlighting rapid uptake and creative experimentation since the model's initial launch. David Sharon, Multimodal Generation Lead for Gemini Apps, said, "We launched our state-of-the-art video generation model Veo 3 in May - and last week, we expanded access to Google AI Pro subscribers in over 150 countries. Now, with a new photo-to-video capability in Gemini, you can now transform your favourite photos into dynamic eight-second video clips with sound." Describing the process, Sharon added, "To turn your photos into videos, select 'Videos' from the tool menu in the prompt box and upload a photo. Then, describe the scene and any audio instructions, and watch as your still image transforms into a dynamic video. You can get creative by animating everyday objects, bringing your drawings and paintings to life or adding movement to nature scenes. Once your video is complete, tap the share button or download it to share with friends and family." According to Google, the reception from users has been swift and enthusiastic. "The explosion of creativity from users has been truly remarkable, with over 40 million Veo 3 videos generated across the Gemini app and Flow over the last seven weeks. From reimagining fairy tales through the eyes of a modern influencer, to ASMR videos exploring what it would sound like to cut through a piece of cooling lava, your imagination is the limit when you create videos with Gemini," Sharon said. The new photo-to-video feature is being rolled out alongside broader access to Veo 3, Google's latest iteration in text-to-video artificial intelligence. Veo 3 is already recognised for its ability to produce high-definition video clips with synchronised sound and lifelike motion, generated entirely from user prompts. The model delivers results in eight-second clips, integrating both visuals and audio without the need for post-production editing. Google is positioning Veo 3 as both a creative and enterprise solution, with businesses able to access the technology through the Google Cloud Vertex AI platform. Creative professionals and app developers have begun using Veo 3 to accelerate workflows, generate marketing assets, and prototype video content in a fraction of the time previously required. The company also emphasises its commitment to responsible AI development and safety. "When you use our video generation tools, we want you to feel confident in the results. That's why we take significant steps behind the scenes to make sure video generation is an appropriate experience," Sharon explained. This includes what Google describes as "extensive 'red teaming,' in which we proactively test our systems and aim to fix potential issues before they arise," as well as "thorough evaluations to understand how our tools might be used and how to prevent any misuse." Safety measures extend to content labelling, as Sharon detailed: "All generated videos include a visible watermark to show they are AI-generated and an invisible SynthID digital watermark." Users are also encouraged to provide feedback on generated content, with Sharon stating, "Use the thumbs up and down buttons on your generated videos to give us feedback, which we'll use to make ongoing improvements to our safety measures and overall experience." Access to the new photo-to-video capability begins rolling out today for Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in select countries. The same functionality is also available in Flow, Google's AI filmmaking tool, with the company continuing to expand availability to additional regions. "Your imagination is the limit when you create videos with Gemini," said Sharon.
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Google brings it's most advanced AI Video Generator Veo 3 to India
Google has expanded access to its advanced AI video generation tool Veo 3 to users worldwide, including India, through its Google AI Pro subscription service available on the Gemini app . The rollout brings Google's most sophisticated video creation technology to Indian users for the first time, allowing subscribers to generate realistic eight-second videos complete with synthesized speech, background music, and sound effects using simple text or image prompts. Veo3 Launches in India by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Veo 3, unveiled at Google I/O developer conference in May, represents Google's answer to competitors like OpenAI's Sora video generator. The AI model excels at creating cinematic content with accurate physics simulation and lip-syncing capabilities, enabling users to produce everything from historical recreations to surreal artistic videos. "These amazing creations are why we on the Veo 3 team do what we do — and why we're making Veo 3 available to more people around the world," said David Sharon, Multimodal Generation Lead at Gemini Apps. Google has implemented comprehensive safety measures for the platform, including extensive red-teaming evaluations and strict policy enforcement. All videos generated from user photos feature both visible watermarks and invisible SynthID digital signatures to clearly identify AI-generated content . The Google AI Pro subscription, required for Veo 3 access, also includes advanced features like Gemini 2.5 Pro, Veo 2 Video Tools, Whisk, NotebookLM integration, and 2TB of cloud storage. Veo 3 is now available in all regions where the Gemini app operates. 7 AI Chatbots You NEED To Know! (They're NOT All The Same!) AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Phone Arena
07-05-2025
- Phone Arena
Latest change to Gemini app by Google allows you to show others your imagination gone wild
Last week, Google started pushing out AI Image Editing for the Gemini app, which will give users the opportunity to play around with editing tools that can do all kinds of things to photographs. For example, you'll be able to add or remove objects from photos you've snapped, change the background on images, or combine photos. With the upgrade to Gemini, you'll be able to tell Gemini a story and have the app show pictures and images that go along with your narration. Google is rolling out the AI Imaging Editor in the Gemini app for both AI-created photos and those you took yourself that you found in your phone or computer. These images will be given a SynthID digital watermark, which is a tag Google places on content created by AI. David Sharon, Group Product Manager and Multimodal Generation Lead for Gemini Apps, says that the feature uses a "multi-step editing" technique. AI edited photos of a dog. | Image credit-Google For example, Sharon says that users can ask Gemini to "write a bedtime story about dragons and include matching images." Gemini will include adding the SynthID invisible digital watermark for security reasons, and has been testing a visible watermark also for security. Google is also considering adding the watermark to all images created by Gemini, not just the images edited by the app. -David Sharon, Group Product Manager, Multimodal Generation Lead, Gemini Apps The update to the Google Gemini app is coming to many countries with support for 45 languages. This means that teams using the new feature for work-related image editing will be able to work seamlessly with teammates working in another country. Google's blog, which it published to announce this exciting news, included an example of a photo edited by Gemini. The original photograph was one of cute-looking dalmation lying in the grass. The next photo shows an edit made by AI that places a yellow cap on the dog. The third and final picture moves the dog (still wearing the cap) from a grassy lawn to a sandy beach. The edits are seamless, and if you didn't know which images were edited, you'd never be able to tell.
