Adobe is working on a generative AI video model for its Firefly family that will bring new tools to its Premiere Pro video editing platform. These new Firefly tools — alongside some proposed third-party integrations with Runway, Pika Labs, and OpenAI’s Sora models — will allow Premiere Pro users to generate video and add or remove objects using text prompts (just like Photoshop’s Generative Fill feature) and extend the length of video clips.
Unlike many of Adobe’s previous Firefly-related announcements, no release date — beta or otherwise — has been established for the company’s new video generation tools, only that they’ll roll out “this year.” And while the creative software giant showcased what its own video model is currently capable of in an early video demo, its plans to integrate Premiere Pro with AI models from other providers isn’t a certainty.
Adobe instead calls the third-party AI integrations in its video preview an “early exploration” of what these may look like “in the future.” The idea is to provide Premiere Pro users with more choice, according to Adobe, allowing them to use models like Pika to extend shots or Sora or Runway AI when generating B-roll for their projects. Adobe also says its Content Credentials labels can be applied to these generated clips to identify which AI models have been used to generate them.
In the domain of AI-powered tools, this move by Adobe marks a notable shift. The goal is to enhance creative processes while ensuring that users have control over their work. This alignment with Firefly's broader vision continues to emphasize flexibility and innovation in digital content creation.
While the specific release timeline remains unclear, the anticipation around these tools is high. Users are eager to see how these AI integrations will improve their workflows and broaden their creative horizons. The coming months could reveal more about how Adobe plans to shape the future of video editing with AI technology at the forefront.