OpenAI has launched the Sora app for Android users in the US, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam as of 2025-11-04. Initially free, Sora is now introducing paid video generation features, while free options are being scaled back over time.
New Features and Capabilities
Originally offering a cameo tool, Sora now enables users to add specific characters to video clips. The updated AI model, Sora 2, unveiled on 2025-10-01, provides enhanced video realism with improved physics, better user control, and high-quality audio. It follows complex instructions across multiple scenes and supports various visual styles from photorealistic to anime.
Regional Rollout and Expansion Plans
The Android app is available by invitation only in the US and Canada, with plans to broaden access. OpenAI aims to empower content creation with flexible recommendations powered by language models, while ensuring the app remains engaging and not over-consumptive of users' time.
Monetization and User Control
Rights holders will soon be able to sell content through Sora. Users can manage who uses their cameo appearances and have the capability to revoke access as needed. Extra measures protect minors and restrict impersonation of public figures unless consent is given.
