OpenAI's Sora 2 app, initially exclusive to Apple, is now accessible on Android in select regions. The rollout began over a month ago, with availability expanding to countries including Canada, the US, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Regional Rollout Details
Sora 2's Android availability follows a phased approach. Initially, the app was restricted, but OpenAI has temporarily waived its waitlist system in the US, Canada, Japan, and South Korea, enabling immediate downloads.
- OpenAI released Sora 2 on Android on 2025-11-05.
- Available in the US, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.
- Waitlist waived in US, Canada, Japan, and Korea.
- Sora 2 allows users to create hyperrealistic videos.
Operational Features and Policies
Sora 2 allows users to craft hyperrealistic videos and integrate themselves into AI-generated scenes. OpenAI positions the app as a social platform for video discovery and restyling. Notably, Sora 2 has looser rules for copyrighted material compared to some rivals, permitting depictions of film characters and celebrities.
However, OpenAI has faced legal challenges regarding its use of celebrity likenesses. Recently, the company modified its policy to require celebrities to opt-in before their likenesses can be utilized in videos. Additional safeguards now exist to prevent the unauthorised creation of videos with opted-out figures.
Future Prospects
Though available in select markets, the timing for expanded global access to Sora 2 remains uncertain. As OpenAI continues managing regional availability, they face scrutiny and potential legal battles over its innovative yet controversial video features.
