During OpenAI’s 12-day Shipmas event, the company unveiled its new AI-powered video generator, Sora, to much excitement. CEO Sam Altman announced that ChatGPT Plus users would enjoy unlimited access to Sora during the holiday season, further enhancing the appeal of the popular AI tool.
Why Unlimited Access Was Granted
Altman explained the decision in a post on X/Twitter, sharing that OpenAI’s GPUs experience lower usage during late December due to vacations. This reduction in demand helps alleviate the queue and allows OpenAI to offer users unlimited access to Sora. “Our GPUs are a little free at the end of December as people take a break from work, so we’re giving all Plus users unlimited access to Sora for the holidays. Enjoy creating!” Altman noted.
This initiative comes as part of OpenAI’s ongoing efforts to improve user experience and accessibility to its cutting-edge tools. It’s an excellent opportunity for Plus users to take full advantage of Sora’s capabilities without worrying about restrictions.
The Growing Popularity of Sora
Sora, which was launched just 10 days ago, has already garnered significant attention. This AI-powered, text-based video generator is now another key addition to OpenAI’s toolkit, joining the ranks of ChatGPT and DALL-E. Available at Sora.com, the service is currently accessible to paid ChatGPT users in the US and select other countries, proving to be a popular and highly sought-after feature.
Later, OpenAI representative Rohan Sahai shared additional updates, confirming that Sora would be expanding its reach, adds NIXSolutions. The video generator will now be available not only to individual users but also to teams using corporate accounts. Furthermore, Sahai highlighted improvements to the tool’s blend feature, making it even more versatile. Users can now also share generated videos with others, including those who do not have an OpenAI account, making the sharing experience more seamless. We’ll keep you updated as more integrations become available.