OpenAI launched the Sora iOS app and introduced the Sora 2 video model, starting an invite-based rollout in the United States and Canada. The app uses Sora 2 to generate videos with synchronized audio and is now listed on Apple's App Store.

Key details
- Invite-based Sora app for iOS at launch.
- Initial availability in the United States and Canada.
- Uses the Sora 2 model for AI-generated video with synchronized audio.
- Create videos from text prompts and remix them in the app.
- Cameos lets people insert themselves or friends into AI-generated scenes after a short capture.
- People who appear in cameos can control likeness usage and revoke access or remove videos.
- Sign-ups are available from within the iOS app. The App Store listing is live.
Background
OpenAI first introduced Sora as a text-to-video model in 2024 with limited access. The new iOS app is a standalone product focused on video creation and social collaboration. OpenAI previously released the ChatGPT iOS app in 2023 as a separate offering.