ChatGPT’s Festive Surprise: Personalized Holiday Videos with Sora Integration
In a delightful holiday gesture, ChatGPT has introduced a unique Easter egg that allows users to generate personalized Christmas-themed videos through its integration with Sora, OpenAI’s advanced video generation platform.
The feature was subtly hinted at by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, who posted a cryptic message on X (formerly Twitter):
> here is a little hint: 🎁
This prompted users to explore and discover the new functionality.
How to Access the Holiday Easter Egg:
1. Initiate the Prompt: Open ChatGPT and send the 🎁 emoji as a message.
2. Provide a Selfie: ChatGPT will prompt you to either upload an existing selfie or take a new one.
3. Video Generation: Once the selfie is provided, ChatGPT collaborates with Sora to create a personalized Christmas video tailored to you.
It’s important to note that the content of the video is generated based on your previous interactions with ChatGPT and the provided selfie. Users do not have control over the video’s aesthetics, theme, or storyline, making each creation a unique surprise.
User Experiences:
Early adopters have shared their experiences with this feature. For instance, one user uploaded a selfie of Sam Altman instead of their own and received a humorous video in return.
Currently, the feature is limited to generating a single video per user. Attempting to create a new video by sending the 🎁 emoji again will result in the same video being returned.
Background on Sora:
Sora is OpenAI’s cutting-edge video generation tool that has been integrated into various platforms to enhance user experiences. Its capabilities allow for the creation of dynamic and personalized video content, making it a valuable addition to ChatGPT’s suite of features.
Engaging with the Community:
This Easter egg is part of a broader trend where tech companies incorporate hidden features to engage users during festive seasons. For example, in previous years, Apple included a let it snow Easter egg in the Apple Store app, where typing the phrase would trigger a snowfall animation on the screen. ([9to5mac.com](https://9to5mac.com/2021/12/06/type-let-it-snow-on-the-apple-store-app-for-a-holiday-easter-egg/?utm_source=openai))
Such features not only delight users but also encourage exploration and interaction with the platform.
Conclusion:
ChatGPT’s Sora-powered holiday Easter egg offers a fun and personalized way to celebrate the festive season. By simply sending a 🎁 emoji and providing a selfie, users can receive a unique Christmas-themed video, adding a touch of AI-driven magic to their holiday celebrations.
