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The tech world was stunned when OpenAI unexpectedly released its new video generation tool Sora on December 10th, only to suspend new registrations within hours due to overwhelming user traffic. Many netizens exclaimed, “They shouldn’t have announced it!”
Pro vs Plus: 10x Price Gap Reflects Vast Service Differences
According to reports, Sora offers two subscription plans with a tenfold price difference and dramatically different service levels:
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| Plan Name | Monthly Fee | Usage Limit | Video Quality | Video Length | Watermark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro Membership | USD 200 | Unlimited | 1080p Full HD | 20 seconds | No watermark, free use |
| Plus Membership | USD 20 | 50 times/month | 720p Standard HD | 5 seconds | Includes watermark |
Users Lament: “Money Ready, But Can’t Pay”
Many eager users reported, “We have the money ready, but can’t even access the site!” Some joked that this is “technology you can’t buy even with money.” Others noted, “OpenAI clearly underestimated market demand.”
Rohan Sahai, OpenAI’s product lead, stated: “As OpenAI, we carry significant expectations. We need to balance preventing illegal content while protecting creative expression. This will be an ongoing challenge, and while we might not be perfect on day one, we’ll keep improving.”
Early Users: Results Beyond Expectations
Lucky early users shared their experiences on social media:
- “The detail processing is mind-blowing”
- “Scene transitions are more natural than professional editing”
- “Completely revolutionizes our perception of AI”
- “Creative possibilities are now limitless”
Initial Release Regions Announced, Europe Must Wait
According to The Verge, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stated that while Sora is now available in the US and most countries, “most of Europe and the UK will need to wait a while longer.”
OpenAI’s Official Response: Please Try Later
Addressing the system overload, OpenAI simply stated: “New user registrations are temporarily suspended. Please check back later.” As for the reopening timeline, OpenAI maintained its characteristically brief style: “Soon.”
Future Outlook and Safety Measures
OpenAI emphasized that platform safety is as important as technological innovation:
- Built-in smart watermarking
- Strict content moderation
- Clear usage guidelines
- Creative rights protection
Innovative Features Preview
The Verge reports that Sora will offer several innovative features:
- Community explorer: Browse AI videos created by other users
- Storyboard function: Generate videos from sequential prompts
- Photo-to-video: Convert static images to videos
- Remix tool: Modify existing videos with text prompts
- Scene blending: AI-assisted scene transitions
Want to Try Sora? Expert Advice:
The most practical approach currently is:
- Keep monitoring the official website
- Study others’ works for inspiration
- Prepare creative prompts
- Patiently wait for system restoration
While good things are worth waiting for, given OpenAI’s track record, even they probably don’t know exactly how long “soon” will be.
