SMRTR AIJan 16, 2025TechRadar

This AI video generator can make a banana typing look realistic – and might challenge Sora

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Luma Labs has launched Ray 2, a new AI video generator on its Dream Machine platform. Ray 2 can create high-quality 5-10 second videos from text prompts, featuring realistic motion and physics. The free plan offers 720p resolution, while paid subscriptions ($66.49/month) unlock 1080p and unlimited use. Luma plans to add image-to-video and editing tools in the future. The company is hosting a contest with $7,000 in prizes for creators using Ray 2.

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