Google announced Veo 3.1, an AI update that can now create native vertical videos for social platforms from the input data provided, making the final clips more expressive and dynamic.
If you’re creating videos for YouTube Shorts or other popular platforms (like Instagram or TikTok), Veo 3.1 lets you choose 9:16 format without cropping frames. This new feature integrates directly into Google’s ecosystem, including YouTube Shorts and the YouTube Create app.
The first release of Veo 3.1 took place in 2025, offering improved audio and more sophisticated editing compared to previous versions.
According to the data provided, the system now produces videos with more expressive characters and smoother movements, even when the prompts are compressed. This update enhances consistency between characters, objects, and backgrounds, allowing you to blend different characters, backgrounds, objects, and textures for consistent results.
Availability and tools for professionals
These features are available directly in the Gemini app. Professional users can access it through the Flow video editor, Gemini API, Vertex AI, and Google Vids. This update also includes improvements to upscaling to 1080p and 4K available through Google Cloud’s Flow, Gemini API, and Vertex AI.
