My team and I have been living and breathing the world of short-form video lately. In the process of our work (more on that another day!), we went down a rabbit hole, analyzing over 100 viral TikToks and Reels to decode the "magic."
With the rise of generative AI, the conversation is all about what AI can do: write scripts, select clips, add captions. But our analysis revealed something more interesting: the most resonant, unforgettable videos thrive on elements that AI, in its current state, simply can't touch.
It s not a knock on AI; it's a celebration of human creativity. Here are the three big ones we found:
PopShort.AI is a one-click tool for generating AI short videos, and it has faced thousands of users since its launch. We found that many users lost a lot of credits because they were not good at adjusting prompts. Although they were satisfied with the final results, and they seemed to be used to AI's card-drawing results, we still wanted to avoid this waste. So we made two optimizations:
1.Settings: After entering all prompts, click "Regenerate image" to save units.
2.Prompt: A new video prompt has been added to generate a video based on the image. What do you think? Everyone is welcome to experience and give feedback. Every character you write means a lot to us.
Meow Product Hunt! About a year ago, we had a discussion on launch weeks here. A launch week is when a company announces something new every day for 5 days. This week is unique. This week, 22 developer tools agreed to announce a new feature every day for 5 days. We called it 'Mega Launch Week' you can learn more about it here. Some of them are live on Product Hunt today. Join and support their launch!
Launching a product globally isn t just a simple rollout; it s all about making a real impact! There s a ton to consider, from localizing everything to crafting a solid marketing strategy For anyone who's navigated the world of launching products in new markets, what channels or strategies really worked for you? Any tips for avoiding common pitfalls? Let s share our best advice to help smooth out those global launches
The best lesson I ve learned through my Product Hunt journey is that . I ve had launches where everything felt perfectly aligned , , but they didn t gain traction simply because I didn t prioritize building pre-launch momentum or engaging the community beforehand. On the flip side, I ve also seen products unexpectedly take off when the community genuinely resonated with their story, even if the prep wasn t perfect. Another valuable takeaway? ; . I ve relaunched products after initial setbacks, refined based on feedback, and ended up with surprising success. The journey taught me to listen, adapt, and never take even the smallest wins for granted. What s been your key takeaway?
Looking back at your first Product Hunt launch, is there something you wish you had known beforehand? Maybe it s a strategy that worked wonders later, a mistake you learned from, or even a small tip that made a big difference. For me, I realized how important timing and community engagement are but it took a lot of trial and error to figure that out. Share the lessons you ve learned and the advice you d give to someone preparing for their first launch. What s your golden nugget of wisdom?
Hey everyone I m Jakob, co-founder of Butter, which we've built to help people run super-engaging, interactive sessions from start to finish. We re about to launch Scenes, an exciting new tool for interactive presentations and collaboration which people can use alongside Zoom/MS Teams/Google Meet perfect for anyone who cares about keeping participants focused and engaged! We ve launched on Product Hunt 3x before, and we've hit #1 Product of the Day and became a finalist for the Golden Kitty Awards so I'm super grateful and excited to do an AMA and share our learnings here! Ask me anything about building a fully-remote startup, product- and community-led growth, keeping clarity, conviction and focus as a founder, and the future of collaboration!
As we close the chapter on 2024, let s take a moment to reflect on all the lessons, growth, and milestones achieved this year. It s been a ride, challenging, inspiring, and unforgettable. Now, it s time to welcome 2025 with open arms and fresh energy. Here s to new opportunities, big dreams, and making it a year to remember. What s your biggest goal or wish for the new year? Let s start together!
AI is disrupting Hollywood. When we first started working on PopShort.AI a year ago, most directors and producers were not optimistic about short films generated by AI. But now, they have become loyal users of PopShort.AI. Even many amateur creators with no directing experience have earned $200, $800 through short films generated by PopShort.AI, and some have even earned $5,000 for a short film of about one minute. We are very happy that their creativity has turned out to be valuable.
The future of AI-generated short films looks incredibly promising and could fundamentally reshape the landscape of filmmaking, both in terms of production processes and storytelling possibilities.
But there are so many AI generation tools on the market, why PopShort.AI? Feedback from user "mkt08477": "i have tried many ai video gen, even i made films, but all not a wow, i feel yours might be different because the constenty of the character" So based on the feedback from users using PopShort.AI during this period, it can be summarized into the following points: Lower Barriers to Entry for Creators
PopShort.AI make it easier for anyone regardless of technical expertise to create high-quality short films. Whether it s a hobbyist, an independent filmmaker, or even a brand new creator, the ability to generate compelling content without needing expensive equipment or a large team is revolutionary. Innovation That Meets User Needs
Many content creators struggle with the complexity of tool selection and processes involved in film creation. PopShort.AI offers a seamless solution by allowing users to focus on their creative ideas while AI handles the production process, from scriptwriting to audio content. This addresses a real pain point in the industry, making it attractive to both amateur and professional creators alike. Faster Production and Greater Efficiency
PopShort.AI could make the production of ultra-short films (e.g., under a minute) highly accessible and marketable, which is perfect for platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. These formats could become a major trend as creators push the limits of brevity and engagement. Of course, in the end, a strong community like PH and everyone s support are indispensable.
These factors combined help PopShort.AI stand out on Product Hunt and attract users who are looking for innovative, user-friendly tools to bring their creative visions to life.
Let me share our journey of making AI short films starting in 2023. This is not the dark history of PopShort.AI, but how it came to be. Feedback is welcome.
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