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The AI Video Tools I’m Watching Closely

They’re faster, cheaper, and better than ever — and you don’t need any video skills to use them.

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DG Mastery
June 20, 2025

👋 Hey there,

Big updates this week in the AI video world! And if you’re creating content (or thinking about it), this matters.

Because the barrier to creating polished, cinematic video is disappearing fast.
No studio. No editing team. No experience required.

You just need an idea and the right tools.

🚨 Tool to Watch: Hailuo 02

Meet Hailuo 02, the latest video AI model that’s making serious waves.

  • Native 1080p output

  • Follows prompts with insane accuracy

  • Handles realistic physics (yes, even acrobatics)

  • Designed for social platforms — 10-second clips ideal for Reels & TikTok

  • And the best part? It’s extremely affordable — even compared to Google’s Veo 3

Hailuo also just released Video Agents to help you recreate viral videos with minimal effort.

The “vibe videoing” experience is honestly fun.
Pick a creative agent by going to the agents tab.
Tell it your idea.
Get a polished short video in one go.

No learning curve. No fluff.

Give it a try here: https://hailuoai.video

🧠 Watch this viral example that hit 1.6M+ views that you can recreate with Hailuo Agents.

Midjourney Is Now Doing Video Too 🤯

Midjourney dropped V1 Video, letting you animate your existing images into short videos (up to 21 seconds).

This is a massive step for creators already using Midjourney for visuals.

It’s still early — and it comes with some copyright tension — but it’s proof that the platform is evolving toward full video storytelling.

Test it out here: https://www.midjourney.com

🔄 Kling AI Just Got Sharper

Kling AI launched Version 2.1, featuring:

  • here motion

  • Cleaner scene transitions

  • New “Effects & Elements” layer for added storytelling power

  • Anniversary discounts still running for Pro users

I use Kling regularly for cinematic test scenes. If you're experimenting with storytelling-based content — this is a platform to keep close.

💡 Why This Matters:

All these tools — Hailuo, Kling, Midjourney — are upgrading fast.

And with each update, the cost to create high-quality video drops…
while the output quality goes up.

That means:

  • No excuses.

  • No fancy gear.

  • Just good ideas, a prompt, and a click.

It’s never been easier (or cheaper) to turn your ideas into visual content.

🎯 Final Thought:

These AI video tools are not just cool —
they’re changing how creators build content and brands online.

Every update makes the process easier, the results better, and the reach wider.

And in a world where short-form video dominates discovery —
that’s a serious edge.

Let me know if you want a breakdown of how to plug these into a content funnel, or pair them with voice cloning tools like ElevenLabs or Fish.audio.

Big things coming.

— Sabrina @ DG Mastery