Google Vids gets AI upgrade with Veo and Lyria models, directable AI avatars

Google Vids now integrates Veo and Lyria AI models, enabling users to create videos with directable AI avatars that respond to narrative prompts in real time. Priced at $19.99 per month for the Pro tier, the tool supports up to 60-minute outputs with consistent character movement—a direct assault on Hollywood's monopoly on production value. Benchmark tests show avatar rendering completes 40% faster than the average cloud-based tool, with lip-sync accuracy at 94% across 27 languages. Compared to traditional filmmaking, this reduces post-production timeline from weeks to hours, democratizing professional-grade storytelling for small creators. The update positions Google Vids as the most accessible high-end video editor in the market.