The announcement came via Bill Peebles, head of Sora, who noted on X that the Android app will arrive "soon" and that it is already possible pre-register on the Play Store in eligible countries. Meanwhile, Sora remains available on iOS in a limited capacity in the United States and Canada by invitation, pending a wider rollout.
What exactly has OpenAI announced?
Peebles has detailed that OpenAI is preparing several usability and creativity improvements while finalizing the native versionThe company hasn't offered a firm date, but the roadmap points to an upcoming launch, bolstered by the opening of pre-registration in select markets.
In addition, the evolution of the model to Gravel 2 It's already underway: increased visual fidelity, native lip-sync audio, and the ability to generate longer clips are part of the package that will accompany the expansion to new devices.
New features: cameos with characters, pets and objects
One of the new features that is generating the most conversation is the "Character Cameo"With this tool, users can upload images of created characters, animals, or even everyday objects to appear and move in their videos.
The idea is that any element can become a protagonist: from your dog or a collectible figurine to a stuffed animal. According to Peebles, the interface will also stand out. the most viral in real time to make it easier to discover within the app.
Integrated editing and performance improvements
OpenAI will integrate options that allow combine multiple clips, without resorting to third-party applications, thus speeding up the editing of longer projects.
At the same time, the company assures that the application will work more smoothly, with better performance and fewer errorsWork is also underway to adjust content moderation, noting that the "excessive moderation" that some in the community had criticized will be reduced.
On the social level, Sora will incorporate thematic channels for communities —for example, universities, clubs or companies—which will make it easier to share content and connect with people with similar interests beyond the main feed.
Availability, regions and how to pre-register
Today, Sora is offered in iOS with limited access in the United States and CanadaOn Android, OpenAI has enabled pre-registration on Google Play in select markets, including the United States, while it continues to prepare for launch.
In Spain and other European countries, the information sheet may be visible But it's normal for the pre-registration button not to appear yet. There's no official date for Europe, so we'll have to stay tuned for the regional rollout announcement.
Those who want to get a head start can search for “Sora” on Google Play when it becomes available in their region and tap on “Pre-register”If you prefer a Google alternative while Sora arrives on Android, some users are trying Veo, though offerings and access vary by market.
What it means for creators in Spain and Europe
The arrival on Android opens the door for more creators, media and brands in Spain and Europe to rely on Sora to produce short, experimental pieces without leaving your phone. The combination of cameos with objects and pets, native editing, and social improvements leads to more agile workflows.
If OpenAI meets the deadlines suggested in its communication, the jump to Android should be accompanied by a more mature ecosystem, with improved discovery tools, optimized performance, and more balanced content control to foster creativity.
While a date for our market has yet to be confirmed, everything indicates that OpenAI wants to pave the way before flipping the global switch: well-defined creation novelties, active pre-registration in key countries, and a strengthened social focus to boost the community as it opens to more regions.
With what has been announced, the map is clear: Sora is preparing his arrival on Android, adding cameos with characters, pets and objects, integrating editing to join clips and improving performance and social functions; In Spain and Europe, the deployment will continue to be tracked. and pre-registration on Google Play awaiting the official date.
