Google Gemini app now turns photos into videos with Veo 3

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Google has introduced an exciting new feature in its Gemini app that can turn your photos into moving videos. This feature uses their advanced video creation model called Veo 3. Google announced this during its I/O 2025 event held in May. Since then, people have been eager to use this amazing technology. Now, finally, Google has started rolling it out for its subscribers in some countries.

What is Veo 3?

Veo 3 is Google’s latest artificial intelligence model specially made to create videos. It can create realistic videos from simple prompts, images, and instructions. This model is only available to users who have a subscription to Google AI. They can use Veo 3 through the Gemini app and Google’s special filmmaking tool called Flow.

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What is the New Image-to-Video Feature?

On Thursday, Google announced that the Gemini app can now turn a photo into a video. This means you can choose any still image from your phone and make it move like a real video. You can also add sound to these videos to make them more fun.

This new feature will let users create three videos daily, and each video can be up to eight seconds long. For example, if you have a photo of your drawing, you can make it look like it is moving in real life. If you have a photo of your dog, you can make it look like the dog is moving and barking.

Who Can Use This New Feature?

Currently, only users who have subscribed to Google AI Ultra or Google AI Pro plans can use this feature. If you are one of them, you can start making these fun videos right away. The feature is available on the Gemini app and also on the Flow tool for filmmaking.

How Can You Use This Feature on the Gemini App?

Here is a step-by-step explanation of how you can use the image-to-video feature on the Gemini app:

1. Open the Gemini app on your phone.

2. Go to the prompt box where you usually type your requests.

3. On the toolbar, select “Videos.”

4. Now, choose a photo from your gallery that you want to turn into a video.

5. Give detailed instructions to Gemini. For example, tell it what movements you want, what kind of visuals to add, and what sound to use.

6. After this, wait for a few minutes while Gemini works on your video.

7. Your still image will soon become a dynamic video with sound and movement.

What Can You Do With These Videos?

Once your video is ready, you can:

• Download it to your phone.

• Share it with your friends and family on social media.

• Use it for your school projects if you want to make your work look creative.

• Make your drawings come alive, which is super fun for students who love art.

• Add movement to nature photos, like making trees sway or birds fly.

What Did Google Say About This Feature?

Google said that this feature will help people get creative with their photos. You can animate simple objects, bring your old drawings and paintings to life, and even make scenes from nature look real. For example, if you have a photo of a sunrise, you can make it look like the sun is actually rising in the sky.

Google also shared that this feature is very easy to use. You do not need to be an expert in video editing. The AI does all the hard work for you. You just need to choose the photo and give clear instructions on what you want.

Is There Any Watermark on the Videos?

Yes, all videos created using this feature will have:

• A visible watermark that shows it is AI-generated.

• An invisible digital watermark called SynthID that Google uses for security and to ensure transparency.

This means that everyone can know that the video was made using AI, and it will also prevent misuse.

Where Else is This Feature Available?

Apart from the Gemini app, Google has also added this image-to-video feature to their Flow tool. Flow is a special tool made for AI filmmaking. People who create videos for work or school projects can use Flow to make their videos look professional and attractive.

How Popular is Veo 3?

Since the launch of Veo 3, Google revealed that people have created over 40 million videos using this model in the first seven weeks itself. This shows how much people love creating videos using AI technology. With this new feature, the number of videos made will surely increase even more.

Why is This Feature Important?

This feature is important because:

• It helps people become more creative without learning tough video editing software.

• It can save a lot of time and effort in making small videos.

• Students can use it to make their presentations interesting.

• People can create fun videos for social media using just a photo.

• It shows how fast technology is growing, making our lives easier and more fun.

How Can You Give Feedback?

Google wants to keep improving this feature. So, after you create a video, you can give feedback by clicking on the thumbs-up or thumbs-down buttons on the video. Your feedback will help Google make this feature better in the coming months.

Google’s new image-to-video feature in the Gemini app is like magic for photos. With just a few taps, you can make your still photos move and speak. Whether you want to make your art come alive, create fun videos of your friends, or just try something new, this feature is perfect for you.

It shows that AI is becoming more powerful and helpful in our daily lives. If you are a Google AI Ultra or Pro subscriber, make sure to try it today and experience the future of videos in your own hands.