AI Video
The AI Video App Landscape, Decoded: Who Actually Builds the Models You're Using
Confused why every AI video app claims to have Seedance or Veo? Here's how the model-builder vs. wrapper-app landscape actually works.
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minimax
MiniMax's New H3 Model Wants In on the One-Pass Audio-Video Race
MiniMax launched H3 (Hailuo 3.0) into early access, joining Veo 3.1 and Seedance 2.5 in generating synchronized video and audio in one pass. Here's what's actually new, and what isn't.
veo
How to Access Veo 3.1 — and Whether It's Worth the Price
Veo 3.1 has multiple access routes at wildly different price points — from free to $249.99/month. Here's every path, what it actually costs, and which one makes sense for your workflow.
Google Flow Music Launches Lyria 3.5 With Full-Length Songs and Music Videos
Google DeepMind launched Lyria 3.5 in Flow Music, bringing more expressive vocals, richer arrangements, and direct Veo integration for AI-directed music videos.
AI Filmmaking
How Much Does It Cost to Make an AI Film in 2026? A Real Breakdown
What does it actually cost to make an AI film in 2026? A real, line-item breakdown of video generation, voice, music, and editing costs across three budget tiers.
Runway
Runway Just Added Veo 3.1 and Kling 3.0 to Its Dashboard — Here's What That Changes
Runway's paid plans now include Veo 3.1, Kling 3.0 Pro, and Seedance 2.0 alongside Gen-4.5 — all in one dashboard, one credit pool. Here's what that actually changes for creators paying for multiple AI video tools.