Veo 3.1 Release Timeline
Veo 3.1 Public Release
Google DeepMind officially announced Veo 3.1 with immediate availability through:
- ✓ Gemini API (Preview)
- ✓ Vertex AI (veo-3.1-fast-generate-preview)
- ✓ Google Flow (Advanced Capabilities)
Developer Preview Access
Select enterprise and developer partners gained early access to test Veo 3.1's new features, particularly the enhanced audio capabilities and extension workflows.
Veo 3 Original Release
First generation with native audio capabilities launched in May 2025, setting the foundation for the 3.1 improvements.
What's New in Veo 3.1: Launch Features
Richer Native Audio
Enhanced audio generation with more natural dialogue, better A/V synchronization, and improved sound effects timing. Multi-person conversations now sound significantly more realistic.
Improved Prompt Adherence
Better understanding of cinematic styles and scene descriptions. Veo 3.1 more accurately interprets complex prompts and delivers exactly what you describe.
Character Consistency
Enhanced reference image following allows consistent characters across multiple shots. Better narrative control for multi-shot storytelling and brand content.
Video Extension Workflows
Formalized API support for extending videos by 7 seconds up to 20 times. Create coherent sequences up to 148 seconds with maintained visual continuity.
Technical Specifications at Launch
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model ID | veo-3.1-fast-generate-preview |
| Video Lengths | 4, 6, or 8 seconds |
| Resolutions | 720p, 1080p |
| Aspect Ratios | 16:9, 9:16 |
| Frame Rate | 24 FPS |
| Audio | Native (Dialogue, SFX, Music) |
| Watermarking | SynthID (All videos) |
| API Rate Limit | 10 requests/minute/project |
| Max Videos/Request | 4 videos |
Platform Availability
Gemini API (Preview)
Access Veo 3.1 directly through the Gemini API for text-to-video, image-to-video, and advanced prompting workflows.
Vertex AI on Google Cloud
Enterprise-grade deployment with veo-3.1-fast-generate-preview model. Includes all core features with Google Cloud infrastructure.
Google Flow (Advanced)
Filmmaking-focused interface with Veo 3.1 integration. Includes timestamp prompting, first/last frame generation, and audio-enhanced workflows.
Version Changelog: Veo 3 → Veo 3.1
✨ New Features
- +Enhanced audio quality with richer dialogue and improved A/V sync
- +Formalized video extension API (extend by 7s up to 20 times)
- +First and Last Frame feature for controlled transitions
- +Timestamp prompting for multi-shot sequences
- +Audio across all Flow features
🔧 Improvements
- ↑Better prompt adherence and cinematic style understanding
- ↑Improved character consistency with reference images
- ↑Enhanced image-to-video quality and control
- ↑More precise editing and guidance tools in Flow
→ Unchanged
- •8-second single-generation limit (4/6/8s options)
- •720p and 1080p resolution support
- •16:9 and 9:16 aspect ratio options
- •SynthID watermarking policy
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Veo 3.1 released?
Veo 3.1 was officially released on October 16, 2025 by Google DeepMind. The model became available through the Gemini API, Vertex AI, and Google Flow on the same day.
What are the main improvements in Veo 3.1?
Veo 3.1 introduced richer native audio with improved A/V synchronization, better prompt adherence, enhanced narrative control, improved character consistency across shots, and formalized video extension workflows. Audio quality and dialogue generation saw the most significant improvements.
How can I access Veo 3.1?
You can access Veo 3.1 through three main channels: (1) Gemini API for developer integration, (2) Vertex AI on Google Cloud for enterprise deployment, or (3) Google Flow for UI-based creation. Alternatively, platforms like Veo3Gen offer simplified access with affordable pricing.
Start Using Veo 3.1 Today
Experience all the new Veo 3.1 features including enhanced audio, better prompt adherence, and improved character consistency.