Your Guide to Accessing The New Sora AI App
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has ventured into the social media space with a new platform named Sora, built around its powerful video-generating AI. While the app is now listed on the App Store, gaining access isn't as simple as hitting 'download'.
What is OpenAI's Sora App?
Sora introduces a unique and somewhat paradoxical concept: it's a social network designed for real people to connect, but the platform is filled exclusively with AI-generated videos. An explicit disclaimer for the app confirms that no content on the platform is authentic. Despite this, OpenAI is positioning it as a new way for you to engage with friends in a landscape of synthetic media.
To join this new social experiment, you'll need an invite code from an existing member. The first wave of codes has already started to circulate, making access a sought-after commodity.
How to Get an Invite Code for Sora
If you're looking to get on the list for an invite, here are the initial steps you need to take:
- Download the App: Head to the Apple App Store and download the official Sora app. Ensure it's the one with the navy and white cloud icon.
- Log In: Use your existing ChatGPT account to log in or select the option to use a different account.
- Request Access: Tap on the button that says Notify me when access opens.
- Enable Notifications: A pop-up will appear. Allow Sora to send you push notifications so you're alerted when you can join.
Who Gets Priority Access?
According to an official post from OpenAI, the initial rollout is limited to the US and Canada, with plans for rapid international expansion. The company has stated it is prioritizing its paying Pro users for early access to the Sora platform.
Once you successfully receive an invite code and set up your account, you can use Sora on the mobile app or its website. As a new member, you'll be granted four new invite codes to share with friends, helping the network grow.
(Disclosure: CNET's parent company, Ziff Davis, filed a lawsuit against OpenAI in April, alleging copyright infringement in the training of its AI systems.)
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