Google NotebookLM launches 60-second AI video clips for Google AI Ultra and Pro subscribers
Google is rolling out a new feature in NotebookLM that generates 60-second vertical videos summarizing user research. The feature combines AI-generated narration with AI-created images in a TikTok-style format, available first to Google AI Ultra and Pro subscribers.
Google NotebookLM launches 60-second AI video clips for Google AI Ultra and Pro subscribers
Google is rolling out 60-second vertical video generation to NotebookLM, its AI research assistant. The feature creates TikTok-style clips with AI-generated images and narration based on sources users upload to the platform.
The feature is launching first for Google AI Ultra and Pro subscribers, with free tier access coming "soon" according to Google. Videos are currently only available in English.
How the feature works
Users can generate clips through NotebookLM's web interface or mobile app by selecting a notebook, choosing "Video" from the Studio column, and then selecting "Short." The system allows users to either choose from suggested topics or enter custom topics for NotebookLM to focus on.
Google's example video demonstrates the feature by summarizing Australia's Emu War, combining paper cutout-style AI artwork of emus with generated narration. The 60-second format mirrors the short-form vertical video style popularized by TikTok and Instagram Reels.
Expanding content formats
The video clips join NotebookLM's existing content generation capabilities, which already include:
- AI-generated podcasts
- Cinematic videos
- Visual explainers
All features work by processing documents, PDFs, websites, and other sources users upload to the platform.
Availability
The feature is rolling out now to paid Google AI Ultra and Pro subscribers. Google has not disclosed pricing for these subscription tiers or specified a timeline for when free users will gain access beyond "soon."
What this means
Google is positioning NotebookLM as a multi-format research synthesis tool rather than just a text-based assistant. By adding short-form video generation, the company is adapting to content consumption preferences shaped by social media platforms. The move also creates a clearer differentiation between free and paid tiers of Google's AI products, following a pattern seen across the industry of reserving advanced features for subscribers. However, the reliance on AI-generated images and narration raises questions about accuracy and source attribution in educational contexts.
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