AI video creation has reached a new level with Veo 3.1, offering creators a suite of enhanced tools compared to its predecessor, Veo 3.
Personally testing the model, I found that Veo 3.1 allows seamless integration of audio, longer clips up to 148 seconds, and precise scene control, all of which make storytelling more immersive. In Flow, you can now generate videos that naturally combine multiple reference images, extend actions beyond the original clip, and control both visuals and sound at a level previously possible only in post-production.
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Key New Features in Veo 3.1
| Feature | Veo 3 | Veo 3.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Integration | Limited, required manual addition | Native audio generation across all features including dialogue and environmental sounds |
| Narrative Control | Basic sequencing | Enhanced multi-scene storytelling, granular scene and character control |
| Realism & Textures | Standard fidelity | True-to-life textures with high audiovisual quality |
| Prompt Adherence | Moderate | Stronger adherence, accurately reflects textual and visual prompts |
| Editing Capabilities | Limited | Insert and remove objects, precise in-app scene editing |
| Video Extensions | Short clips only | Extend allows videos up to 148 seconds, with seamless continuation from previous clips |
| Input Types | Text and image | Text, multiple images, and video clips for richer scene composition |
| API & Platform Access | Gemini API (basic) | Gemini API 2, Vertex AI, Flow, and Gemini app support |
Rich Audio Across All Features
Rich Audio Across All Features
One of the most exciting updates in Veo 3.1 is native audio generation. Previously, creators had to manually add sound effects or dialogue. Now, Flow features like Ingredients to Video, Frames to Video, and Extend can automatically generate audio, allowing:
- Static images to come alive with synchronized sound
- Multiple reference images to merge characters, objects, and elements into a single scene with natural audio
- Extended clips, previously limited to 8 seconds, to now run up to 30 seconds or even a full minute, with smooth transitions from the last frame of the previous clip
This enhancement lets creators control mood, pacing, and narrative tone directly during video generation, significantly simplifying production workflows for training content, marketing videos, or immersive digital experiences.
Advanced Editing Tools
Flow now offers more precise in-app editing with Veo 3.1:
- Insert Objects: Add realistic or fantastical elements to any scene. Shadows, lighting, and spatial consistency are handled automatically.
- Remove Objects: Unwanted characters or items can be removed seamlessly; Flow reconstructs the background to maintain scene integrity.
- Storyboard Control: Precisely arrange scenes for multi-step narratives, ensuring consistent visuals and audio continuity.
In practice, I found that these tools greatly reduce the need for external editing, allowing me to iterate and refine scenes entirely within Flow.
Extended Video Generation
The Extend feature allows creators to produce longer, continuous clips:
- Videos can last up to 148 seconds, connecting naturally with the previous segment
- Ideal for establishing shots or longer sequences
- Each new segment uses the last frame of the previous clip, maintaining continuity in action, lighting, and background
Compared to Veo 3, which was best for short, isolated clips, this makes Veo 3.1 suitable for longer storytelling projects or detailed training content.
Multi-Platform Access
Veo 3.1 is now available across multiple platforms:
- Flow: For creators producing cinematic AI videos directly
- Gemini API 2: Developers integrating video generation into apps
- Vertex AI: Enterprise customers requiring longer videos, scene consistency, and scalable production
- Global GPT: The all-in-one AI platform has already integrated Veo 3.1, providing access to longer videos, scene consistency, and scalable production.
This ensures creators of all levels—from hobbyists to enterprise teams—can take advantage of Veo 3.1’s full capabilities.
Pricing and Technical Specifications
Currently, Veo 3.1 is in preview and only accessible via Gemini API paid tiers:
- Standard Model: $0.40 per second of video
- Fast Model: $0.15 per second of video
- No free tier; billing occurs only after successful video generation
Technical specs include:
- Resolution: 720p or 1080p
- Frame Rate: 24 fps
- Video Length: 4, 6, 8 seconds (standard), up to 148 seconds using Extend
These features make Veo 3.1 particularly useful for enterprises that require consistent branding, high-quality visuals, and integrated audio in marketing, retail, or virtual content production.
Conclusion
Veo 3.1 is a major upgrade over Veo 3, offering:
- Native audio across multiple features
- Enhanced narrative and scene control
- Advanced editing tools for inserting or removing objects
- Longer, seamless video generation
- Multi-platform access for creators and enterprises
From my experience, these improvements make Flow powered by Veo 3.1 a game-changer for AI video creation, reducing manual post-production, increasing creative freedom, and enabling richer storytelling than ever before.
