MiniMax’s Hailuo AI has launched its new Image-to-Video feature, empowering creators to transform static images into dynamic video content. This update enhances the platform, which initially supported only text-to-video generation after its release in September 2024. Backed by Chinese tech giants Alibaba and Tencent, MiniMax quickly became known for its ultra-realistic video outputs, which often surpass competitors like Runway and Luma AI in terms of lifelike human motion. The tool is now free-to-use, user need to register with a google account.
🌟 The wait is finally over ——We are excited to announce the launch of our Image-to-Video feature! 🎬✨
What distinguishes Hailuo’s Image2Video experience?
– Text-and-image joint instruction following: Hailuo seamlessly integrates both text and image command inputs, enhancing… pic.twitter.com/ke59EjtmBB— Hailuo AI (@Hailuo_AI) October 8, 2024
The img2video feature now enables users to blend text prompts with images, providing enhanced creative control over the final video output. This feature allows for precise object recognition and manipulation, making it an excellent tool for professionals in filmmaking, digital art, and game development. The platform offers a wide variety of styles, from super-realism to anime and sci-fi, ensuring users can generate customized, high-quality visual content.
It’s crazy . created by hailuoai image to video.@Hailuo_AI pic.twitter.com/feuV9hewl7
— PixelWise (@PixelWiseAI) October 9, 2024
【Hailuo AI(@Hailuo_AI)】🚨アプデ情報🚨
※ついにI2Vの生成機能が登場しました！！！T2Vでかなり話題になりましたが、今回そのHailuo AIが画像から動画を生成する機能を追加しました！
無料で無限に使えて、生成もそこそこ早く、さらに性能も良いです。この動画はプロンプト無し！… pic.twitter.com/RHEacu4nJX— SEIIIRU😈₳Đ̫̝͍̘̓͆̒̌̂͂ͭ͛̆Ⱨ̥̪͖̻͒͐̃̚ͅĐ̫̝͍̘̓͆̒̌̂͂ͭ͛̆ (@seiiiiiiiiiiru) October 8, 2024
first test with @Hailuo_AI image to video. “the girls look at each other in disbelief for a moment, then start laughing.” They look crazier than I was expecting, but it’s still impressive. Could probably refine the result with a better prompt. pic.twitter.com/2dJBSzdecS
— Roman The Un-Online. (@RomanIsntOnline) October 8, 2024
Competing with U.S. Rivals
Hailuo AI was initially slower to introduce img2video than some of its U.S.-based rivals. However, its superior motion generation has already earned it a strong following among early adopters. The img2video feature now makes Hailuo a feature-competitive platform, leveling the playing field in the AI video generation market. This development highlights MiniMax’s commitment to keeping pace with, and even outpacing, U.S.-based platforms in the ever-growing AI video space.
1. Hailuo AI (No Prompt)
2. Base Image
3. Luma AI (prompt:camera move up, Running cat, Uncle chasing after it) pic.twitter.com/opnQ1y9xzI— あいどろぼっくす (@aidrawbox) October 9, 2024
🔹Comparing AI video results:
• Gen-3
• Kling AI 1.5
• Hailuo MiniMax
• Luma Dream MachineI used a FLUX LoRA trained on my selfies as the input. Each model ran the same prompt 3 times, and I chose the best results:
“Tracking shot of a curator standing and speaking to the… pic.twitter.com/zgtkL6qKTH
— Heather Cooper (@HBCoop_) October 8, 2024
Pricing
While many of MiniMax’s AI tools are currently available for free, including the new Image-to-Video feature, the company has hinted that paid plans will be introduced soon. These pricing plans, according to a Hailuo AI Discord moderator, will include “fantastic perks” for subscribers, making it appealing for those seeking enhanced features and higher usage limits. More details about the official pricing structure and subscription tiers are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Expanding MiniMax’s AI Toolset
In addition to its video generation tools, MiniMax has been actively developing a variety of other AI-driven products. Its Music Generation Model provides users with the ability to create customized music tracks across genres. The company’s Xingye App also allows users to create and interact with AI companions, making it a leading player in the field of AI-powered creativity and entertainment. However, many of these apps are currently only available with Mandarin interfaces, with Hailuo AI being the exception, offering English language support.
Conclusion
With the release of the img2video feature, Hailuo AI continues its rapid ascent in the world of AI video creation. As the company develops additional cutting-edge tools and features, it is clear that MiniMax is reshaping the landscape of AI-driven creativity. Creators interested in exploring the img2video tool can access it now via the Hailuo AI website, positioning the platform as a leading force in AI video generation.
