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Practical guides to AI video: make a photo talk, build UGC ads with AI avatars, run a faceless channel — plus product updates from CraftStory.
MiniMax H3 in CraftStory: 5× Faster Generation with Reference Photos, Video and Audio
H3 is live — about 5× faster than the base model thanks to Alibaba PAI’s acceleration LoRAs and our pipeline. Combine up to 9 photos, 3 reference videos and 3 audio clips in one 15-second clip with sound.
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We Showed 100 People a Real Video and an AI One. More Believed the AI.
We generated a talking video from one still photo and put it next to the real footage. 45 of 100 called the AI version real — only 42 said the same about the camera.
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How to Start a Faceless TikTok Channel with an AI Avatar
Niche ideas, a consistent AI presenter, retention-first scripts, batching a week of videos in one afternoon — and what it takes to monetize.
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How to Make UGC Ads with AI (Without Filming a Single Take)
Hook formulas, a 30-second script template, and a 5-step workflow for UGC-style video ads with AI actors — no camera, casting calls, or reshoots.
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How to Make a Photo Talk: Turn Any Picture Into a Talking Video
One clear photo, a script, a few minutes. Step-by-step guide to turning any picture into a realistic talking video with lip-sync in 30+ languages — plus photo tips and free options.
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CraftStory Is Live: Create Pro-Quality Videos in Minutes
Hello, world! 🚀 CraftStory is officially open — a lightning-fast, AI-powered way to turn any script into a polished video with AI actors, voiceovers, and custom avatars. No studio required.
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