Sora's Downloads Surpass ChatGPT's Launch Numbers in First Week
In a surprising turn of events, OpenAI's video-generating app Sora has outpaced ChatGPT's launch numbers in its first week on the market. According to data from app intelligence provider Appfigures, Sora saw 627,000 iOS downloads in its first seven days of availability, surpassing ChatGPT's 606,000 iOS downloads during its initial week.
"Sora's impressive debut is a testament to the growing demand for AI-powered creative tools," said Tomer Weingarten, CEO of Appfigures. "The fact that it was able to outperform ChatGPT's launch numbers, despite being an invite-only app, speaks volumes about its potential."
Sora's rapid ascent to the No. 1 position on the U.S. App Store is all the more remarkable considering its limited availability. While ChatGPT was launched in the United States only, Sora is currently offered in both the U.S. and Canada. Even accounting for the additional 45,000 installs from Canada, Sora's performance still outpaces ChatGPT's by about 96%.
The comparison between the two apps' launches highlights the growing interest in AI-powered creative tools. "Sora's success demonstrates that users are eager to explore new forms of creative expression," said Weingarten.
During its first day on the market, Sora saw an impressive 56,000 app installs, propelling it to No. 3 Top Overall app on the U.S. App Store by Friday, October 3. This surge has already put Sora's debut ahead of other major AI app launches, including ChatGPT.
The implications of Sora's success are far-reaching, with potential applications in fields such as entertainment, education, and marketing. "As AI continues to advance, we can expect to see even more innovative uses for these technologies," said Weingarten.
For now, Sora remains an invite-only app, but its impressive launch numbers suggest that it may soon become a widely available tool for creatives around the world.
Background:
OpenAI's ChatGPT was launched in November 2022 and quickly gained popularity for its conversational AI capabilities. Sora, on the other hand, is a video-generating app that uses AI to create personalized videos based on user input.
Additional Perspectives:
Industry experts note that Sora's success may be attributed to its unique value proposition as a creative tool. "Sora's ability to generate high-quality videos quickly and efficiently has resonated with users," said Dr. Rachel Kim, AI researcher at Stanford University.
As the AI landscape continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how Sora compares to other emerging technologies in the field.
Current Status:
Sora remains an invite-only app, but its impressive launch numbers suggest that it may soon become a widely available tool for creatives around the world. As the company continues to refine and expand its offerings, users can expect to see even more innovative uses for AI-powered creative tools.
*Reporting by Techcrunch.*
