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Google Photos Rolls Out Veo 3 to Animate Still Images in New Create Tab

Google brings its top video AI to a mass‑market app, prioritizing limited access and visual‑only output.

Overview

  • Veo 3 now powers photo‑to‑video in Google Photos for U.S. users, replacing Veo 2.
  • Users pick a still photo and choose either “Subtle movement” or “I’m feeling lucky” to generate a short clip.
  • Google says the upgrade delivers higher resolution and fidelity, but videos created in Photos do not include audio.
  • Free accounts get a limited number of daily generations, with higher caps for Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers.
  • The new Create tab consolidates tools such as Remix, Highlight videos, collages, Cinematic photos, and animations, with no announced timeline for release beyond the U.S.