The arrival of Google's generative artificial intelligence to Honor 400 mobile phones has marked a milestone in the sector., allowing users to transform still images into short videos with just a tap. This feature, presented as a strategic collaboration between Honor and Google, marks the first adoption of the Veo 2 model on mobile devices, even ahead of Pixel devices and Gemini premium users.
The system, which will be officially available from May 22 on the Honor 400 and 400 Pro, puts a tool that was previously exclusive to professional platforms or cloud services in the hands of users. The innovation lies in the native integration of this feature into the Gallery app, which greatly simplifies the process and democratizes access to a technology that until recently seemed reserved for experts.
How does AI video creation work on the Honor 400?
The functionality is based on the advanced model Google Veo 2, specialized in generating five-second animated clips from still imagesThe process is very simple: just select a photo from your phone's gallery and press the corresponding button. Artificial intelligence analyzes the image and, within one or two minutes, automatically generates a video in MP4 format, either vertically or horizontally, depending on the original photo.
The user does not need to provide text instructions or adjust any parameters.AI autonomously determines the movements and animations. This makes the experience very accessible for any profile, although it means you can't customize the result or control the video's behavior beyond the chosen image.
Limitations, quality of results and first impressions
For the first two months after its launch, the feature will be free. For owners of the Honor 400 and 400 Pro, the limit is ten videos generated per day to prevent overuse. After the promotional period, Google is expected to launch a subscription system, although full details and pricing for end users are not yet known.
Video generation depends in part on the complexity of the source image. Simple photos, such as portraits of people or animals, produce more realistic and natural animations., while more complex images can lead to striking but sometimes strange or surreal results: for example, unpredictable movements in vehicles or animals have been reported, and even exaggerated elements such as disproportionate tongues in cats or behaviors that border on the abstract.
The resulting files can be easily shared via messaging and social networks., although in some cases, if exported as GIFs, they may lose some quality. Additionally, all generated videos carry an identifying digital watermark (SynthID) to indicate their AI-powered origin.
Differentiation from Gemini Advanced and other services
This feature comes to the Honor 400 before the rest of the Android range or even the Pixel terminals themselves, which means a temporary exclusivity advantage for Honor in the field of AI video creation. Currently, subscribers to Google's Gemini Advanced can only convert text to video., while the ability to create videos from images is still restricted to testers or select users on Google Cloud. Options are expected to expand in the future, both in terms of customization and the ability to access them from other Android devices.
Pricing and future of the feature
According to sources related to Google Cloud, The current cost of video generation with Veo 2 is around 0,50 euros per second. clip, although we will have to wait to confirm if these prices are transferred as such to the domestic market when the end of the Free promotional period on Honor 400.
The collaboration between Honor and Google, therefore, opens a new era in mobile creativity, bringing advanced AI capabilities to everyday users. Although limitations and variability in video quality persist, the proposal positions Honor as a leader in the integration of cutting-edge generative tools, placing it ahead of its direct competition, even among the most established manufacturers in the Android ecosystem.
Experimentation with the feature has shown both the potential and challenges of current technology: while some animations stand out for their naturalness and visual appeal, others reflect the limitations of artificial intelligence in understanding complex scenes or capturing subtle dynamics.
The introduction of AI video creation in the Honor 400 series represents a significant evolution in the mobile landscape, adding competitive value and anticipating future trends in the integration of artificial intelligence in smartphones. Creative users and tech enthusiasts alike will be able to easily and directly explore new possibilities to bring their images to life, opening the door to countless practical and experimental uses in everyday life.
