Sora 2: OpenAI’s Next-Gen AI Video & Audio Generator – Features, How to Use & Tutorial

What is Sora2? How do I use it?

What is Sora 2?

Sora 2 is OpenAI's latest generation text-to-video-plus-audio generation model. Compared to its predecessor, it offers better physics understanding (collision, rebound, buoyancy, etc.), greater realism, greater controllability, and the ability to generate simultaneous dialogue and sound effects . You can create and share directly in the all-new Sora app . The official launch was announced on September 30, 2025 , with a phased rollout.

What can be done?

• Use a text description or uploaded still image as inspiration to generate a short video (default is 9:16 vertical format, approximately 10 seconds ) that automatically incorporates ambient sound, dialogue, and sound effects.

• Remix other people's works to adapt, extend the plot or change the style.

• Use Cameos to feature yourself (or authorized friends) in the video. With built-in identity and authorization processes, you can revoke or delete videos featuring your avatar at any time.

How to use it? (Two official channels)

A) iOS: Sora App

1. Download the Sora app and log in with your OpenAI account (currently invitation-only in the US and Canada ; you can sign up for activation notifications within the app).

2. Enter the main screen and click "+" :

   • Directly enter the prompt words to describe the scene/shot/rhythm/sound you want; or

   • Upload a still image for inspiration (note: images containing real people are not currently supported ).

3. (Optional) Join Cameo . Once created, you can review it in Drafts, adjust the prompts, and regenerate it. When you're satisfied, you can publish it to your feed or send a private message to a specific person.

Note: Android is not yet available ; the official is gradually expanding the regions and channels.

B) Website: sora.com

• After receiving an invitation, you can also log in from sora.com , which has more in-depth controls and supports image generation (which can then be used for image-to-video, still subject to real-life/portrait rules).

Quick start prompt word template (can be directly copied and rewritten)

• Realistic narrative

  A little girl in a yellow raincoat waits for a bus at the entrance of an alley on a cloudy day. Shot: Wide-angle establishing shot → slow zoom to medium shot; the sounds of rain, tire splashing, and distant traffic; natural narration: "It's going to rain for a long time today."

• Movement/Physical Performance

  Surfers take off from the reef in the early morning. Shot: tracking + slow motion panning; reflections from the waves, the sounds of breathing and waves; the rhythm is tight and the movements are continuous.

• Stylization

  A 1990s DV-style birthday party: handheld, micro-grained, camera shake; crowd cheers and applause.

Writing tips: Start with the subject and setting , then add in the camera, movement , rhythm , and audio intentions . Avoid too many actions or characters at once for greater stability.

Usage Restrictions and Safety (Please Note)

• Real people and public figures : Uploading images containing real people is currently not supported ; public figures cannot be directly generated using text; if real people are to appear, they can only be used through Cameos and with the explicit authorization of the person.

• Watermark and Source Attribution : Downloaded videos will have a visible dynamic watermark and embedded C2PA metadata to indicate the source.

• Youth Protection and Usage : The platform has stricter content restrictions and parental controls for minors; the app has a 24-hour scrolling usage limit .

• Region and Availability : The iOS app is currently available in the United States and Canada , with expansion to other regions to follow. It's not yet available on Android.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will it cost money? Officials say it's initially free, but with generous usage limits . Additionally, ChatGPT Pro users will be able to use the higher-quality Sora 2 Pro models on sora.com (and later in the app).

• What is the video length and ratio? The app defaults to approximately 10 seconds, 9:16 vertical format (can be switched to landscape format).

• Can I specify the sound? You can describe the dialogue/ambience/sound effects in the prompt; the model will be generated along with the image.

One-minute checklist (follow this for your first time use)

1. (iOS) Download the Sora app → Log in → Register or enter your invitation code .

2. Click + and enter the prompt word (subject, scene, shot, rhythm, audio) → Generate .

3. Review your draft → Fine-tune → (Optional) Add to Cameo → Publish or Download (with watermark and C2PA).