YouTube Shorts is about to get a big boost thanks to Google’s new AI video tool, Veo 3.
Announced by YouTube CEO Neal Mohan at Cannes Lions, this upgrade will let creators use the latest AI-powered video model right inside the Shorts app — and it’s rolling out later this summer.
What Is Veo 3?
If you haven’t heard of it yet, Veo 3 is Google’s newest video generation model. It can create short clips with better visuals and even sound, all powered by artificial intelligence.
YouTube already lets creators use the older Veo 2 model through a tool called Dream Screen, which helps add AI backgrounds or small clips to Shorts. But now, with Veo 3, things are about to look a lot more polished and professional.
What Can Creators Expect?
Neal Mohan didn’t share every detail, but here’s what we know so far about what Veo 3 brings:
- Sharper video quality
- Audio support built in
- Likely more customization and creative options
Basically, creators will be able to use AI to generate cool visuals or scenes, even if they don’t have fancy cameras or editing software.
Will It Cost Anything?
Here’s the part we don’t know yet.
Right now, if you want to use Veo 3 through Google’s own AI tools, you need to be on a paid subscription plan — either AI Pro or AI Ultra.
YouTube hasn’t confirmed if using Veo 3 in Shorts will be free, or if it will be limited to paid users. So we’ll have to wait and see how they handle pricing.
Shorts Is Already Huge
Mohan also shared some impressive numbers. YouTube Shorts is now getting over 200 billion views every day. That’s a massive audience — and it’s easy to see why YouTube wants to give creators better tools.
Bringing in Veo 3 could help more people create eye-catching content, even if they’re just starting out or working from a phone.
Final Thoughts
This move from YouTube shows how fast AI is changing the way we make videos. With tools like Veo 3 coming to Shorts, anyone will be able to create high-quality content in just a few taps.
It’s not clear yet if the upgrade will be free or part of a paid plan. But either way, it’s an exciting new tool for creators who want to experiment with AI video without needing expensive gear.