#120 Sora is here…Im not kidding this time

In this episode of the ChatGPT Report, host Ryan dives deep into the latest buzz surrounding OpenAI's Sora, the new text-to-video technology that's been making waves in the AI community. Drawing insights from early user experiences, Ryan breaks down the current state of Sora, highlighting its limitations and potential. From choppy motion and inconsistent prompt adherence to the hefty pricing model, he offers a candid look at what users can expect from this emerging technology.

The episode also explores broader implications of AI tool accessibility, discussing the rising costs of advanced AI services like Sora and GPT-4, and how these pricing strategies might widen the economic divide. Ryan touches on OpenAI's recent announcements, including Sora, full O1, and reinforcement fine-tuning, while speculating on upcoming releases like API access, agent previews, and advanced voice modes. With comparisons to competitors like RunwayML and reflections on the rapid evolution of AI technologies, this episode provides a nuanced perspective on the current state of generative AI.