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Google's video AI now edits just the background, costs 30% less

Google released Gemini Omni 1.2 Flash on November 5, 2026. It edits video backgrounds mid-conversation without rebuilding the whole clip—a first for the model.

Close-up of video editing software on laptop, focused on timeline. — Photo: MART PRODUCTION / Pexels · 7 November 2026

flash_on In 20 seconds

rocket_launch15-second clips, one go

Up from 10 seconds. Fits full product stories or ads in single generation.

boltEdit without remaking

Change background, product, lighting in chat turns. Leaves other elements untouched.

trending_up30% price cut

Now $0.07 per second for 720p video, down from $0.10 in June.

starBetter consistency

Faces, clothing, text, brand colors stay consistent across camera angles, fewer glitches.

30%price reduction to $0.07 per second

Google released Gemini Omni 1.2 Flash on November 5. The video AI now generates clips up to 15 seconds and lets you edit them in chat—swap a background, change lighting, swap products—without starting over. Faces and brand colors stay consistent across camera movement.

Businesses use it in Google Vids, Flow, and Google Ads. Retailers turn product photos into video ads. The model costs 30% less than before: $0.07 per second for 720p. Every video gets an invisible SynthID watermark for proof of origin.

Hand holding a smartphone with a green screen outdoors, suitable for mockup or advertising. — Photo: Towfiqu barbhuiya / Pexels

help What is not known yet

Step-by-step instructions for editing backgrounds specifically in Google Flow.
Monthly usage limits for different subscription tiers in Google Vids.
Timeline for full availability in Gemini for business (listed as 'coming soon').

forum Frequently asked questions

Can I really change just the background and keep the product the same?expand_more

Yes. FLORA's example shows the model 'edits exactly what you ask for, a colorway or a background, and leaves the product untouched, even from detailed images and finished video.'

How much does a 15-second video cost?expand_more

Approximately $1.04 for 720p via the API. Google Vids includes it at no extra cost for Google accounts and Workspace subscribers (subject to monthly generation limits).

What happens if I edit a video multiple times in chat?expand_more

You don't upload the video again. A previous-interaction identifier preserves context between requests, so the system remembers your prior video and edits it progressively.

Is there a visible watermark on the videos?expand_more

No. Every video gets an invisible SynthID watermark that can be detected programmatically to verify it was AI-generated, but viewers won't see it.

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link Sources (6)

Google Cloud Blog — Gemini Omni 1.2 Flash now GA: cost-effective video | Google Cloud Blog
note（ノート） — Google's video AI 'Gemini Omni 1.2 Flash' is now generally available. It can create up to 15 seconds, and is available at no extra cost in V
Unite.AI — Google’s Gemini Omni 1.2 Flash Reaches General Availability – Unite.AI
gemini.google — Gemini – Your AI assistant from Google
thenextweb.com — Google’s Gemini Omni 1.2 Flash makes 15-second AI videos for less
The Verge — The Verge

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