Tencent-Backed AI Platform Manus Launches Text-to-Video Tool for Instant Storytelling
Manus, an AI agent platform backed by Tencent, has introduced a text-to-video feature that transforms written prompts into animated narratives within minutes. The tool automates scene planning, visualization, and animation, eliminating the need for technical expertise. Initially available to Basic, Plus, and Pro users, the service is free during launch with plans for affordable subscriptions later.
The launch intensifies competition in the AI-generated video space, where Microsoft recently integrated its Sora model into Bing. Manus’s solution targets creators seeking cinematic output without production complexity—positioning itself as a bridge between imagination and execution.