Google Veo 3 was announced at Google I/O 2025, it is the most advanced text-to-video AI model by DeepMind till date. Here is everything you need to know about Google Veo 3: what it is, how to use it, where it is currently available, how much it costs, and how it’s different from OpenAI’s Sora.
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What Is Google Veo 3?
Google Veo 3 is an AI video generation tool that creates high quality videos from simple text or image prompts. Veo3 is capable of integrating natural sound effects, ambient audio, and spoken dialogue. Veo 3 is part of Google push to offer cinematic quality content creation using artificial intelligence.
What Can Google Veo 3 Do?
- Generate realistic videos with 1 prompt from text or images.
- Add sound effects, ambient background noise, and realistic human voices.
- Easily handle complex storytelling and visual scenes.
- Provide video editing through a dedicated tool called Flow.
How to Use Google Veo 3 (Step-by-Step)
- Open Gemini app on phone or desktop and sign in using Google account with Google AI Ultra subscription.
- Go to Veo 3 section and type prompt or upload image to describe the video you want.
- Click generate, and Veo 3 will process the input to create a video with matching visuals and sound.
- Open Flow tool if you want to edit the scenes, adjust visuals, or refine the audio.
- Download final video in HD and share it on preferred platform.
Note: Google Veo 3 is available in Google AI Ultra plan for $249.99/month.
Is Google Veo 3 Available in Canada?
No, Google Veo 3 is only available in the U.S. through the Google AI Ultra subscription. But Google confirmed that it will expand to other countries soon, including Canada.
How to Access Veo 3 in Canada
- Wait for the official rollout in Canada, expected soon as per Google official announcement.
- Use the Google AI Pro plan (available in Canada) to access Veo 2 and Flow editor for $20/month.
- Developers can access Veo 3 using Google Cloud’s Vertex AI API if they enable the proper endpoints.
How to access VEO 3 via Vertex AI API
Use Google Vertex AI platform to access Veo 3 through API calls.
Requirements:
- Google Cloud account
- Enable Vertex AI API
- Use the Veo 3 model endpoint: https://us-central1-aiplatform.googleapis.com/v1/projects/YOUR_PROJECT_ID/locations/us-cent
Google Veo 3 vs OpenAI Sora
| Feature | Google Veo 3 | OpenAI Sora |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Integration | Yes | No |
| Visual Quality | High Definition | Moderate to high |
| Prompt Handling | Complex storytelling support | Works best with short prompts |
| Editing Tool | Flow video editor | Basic in tool editing |
| Availability | U.S only (Gemini app) | Available to ChatGPT Plus/Pro users |
| Cost | $249.99/month (Google AI Ultra) | $20/month (Plus), $200/month (Pro) |
Google Veo 3 Pricing Breakdown (Updated 2025)
- Google AI Ultra – $249.99/month
Includes access to Veo 3, Flow video editor, Gemini 2.5 Pro, YouTube Premium, and 30 TB Google cloud storage. (Only available in the U.S. only) - Google AI Pro – $20/month
Access to Veo 2 and the Flow editing tool. (Available in Canada and other supported regions) - Student Plan – Free Until Finals 2026
University students in U.S and Canada can access Google AI Pro plan free until the end of the 2026 academic year. (Eligibility required.)
Google AI Pro Student Plan
Who is eligible?
- University students aged 18+
Must reside in the U.S, Canada, U.K, Brazil, Japan, or Indonesia - Must have valid student email (ending in .edu)
- Must have Google account with valid payment method
- Must sign up by June 30, 2025
- Must reverify student status before August 31, 2025
What’s included for free?
- Access to Gemini Advanced
- Access to Veo 2 and the Flow video editor
- 2 TB Google cloud storage
- NotebookLM Plus and creative AI tools
- Gemini AI features in Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Meet
How to apply Google AI Pro Student Plan?
- Visit: gemini.google/students
- Sign in with personal Google account
- Verify student status using your university email
- Add payment method (for verification only)
- Click “Subscribe” to activate free plan
Quick FAQs About Google Veo 3
Is Google Veo 3 free?
It requires a paid Google AI Ultra subscription.
Can I use Veo 3 for commercial projects?
As long as you follow Google’s terms of service, you can use Google Veo 3.
Does Veo 3 support multi-language prompts?
Yes, but output may vary. English gives the most reliable results.What is the Flow tool in Google Veo?
Flow is a built-in editor in Veo to modify Ai generated videos (scene order, visual adjustments, sound refinements).
Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for general informational purposes only. For professional assistance and advice, please contact experts.
