Google Veo is an advanced AI video generation model developed by Google DeepMind that creates high-quality videos from text prompts or images. The platform has evolved through multiple versions, with Veo 3.1 being the latest release as of early 2026. Veo generates video clips that accurately simulate real-world physics and capture a diverse spectrum of visual and cinematic styles, from photorealistic footage to stylized artistic renders. The latest Veo 3.1 is the first true 4K AI video generator, capable of producing 60+ second sequences with native audio, lip-sync capabilities, and scene extension technology. Users can upload multiple reference images to direct characters, objects, and style of scenes for more dynamic storytelling, with identity consistency maintained across different settings. Veo supports native vertical (9:16) video output for platforms like YouTube Shorts, along with upscaling to 1080p and 4K resolution. Audio integration is a standout feature, with Veo 3 generating sound effects, ambient noise, and dialogue natively synchronized with the video content. The platform is available across the Gemini app, YouTube Shorts, Flow, the Gemini API, Vertex AI, and Google Vids. All generated videos are watermarked with SynthID for responsible AI content identification. For developers, the Gemini API offers Veo 2 at $0.35 per second, while Vertex AI provides access at $0.50 per second. Consumer access is available through Google AI Pro subscription at $19.99 per month, which includes up to 90 Veo 3.1 Fast videos monthly.