February 24, 2026
New cartoon avatars in Google Vids
AI avatars in Google Vids provide a fast, cost-effective way to generate high-quality digital speakers. While photorealistic avatars are ideal for formal business, we are introducing new 2D and 3D cartoon-styled avatars that utilize expressive, stylized features to enhance emotional resonance and create a more approachable, universally engaging experience.
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New 2D cartoon stylized avatars |
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| New 3D cartoon stylized avatars |
Why use cartoon avatars?
Previously, users in educational or casual settings were limited to professional, photorealistic options. These new styles allow you to:
- Increase Engagement: Keep students focused on educational assignments, such as explaining complex math concepts.
- Lighten the Tone: Use "fun recaps" to summarize project results with a more approachable, lighthearted character.
- Broaden Your Reach: Connect with diverse audiences across different age groups and backgrounds.
Getting started
- Admins: No action required; there is no admin control for this feature.
- End users: Access these new styles directly in the Vids avatar panel. For more details, visit the Help Center.
Note: Workspace customers will get promotional access to higher usage limits of Veo 3.1 avatars in Vids, allowing users to experiment with these features. Per-user usage limits will apply afterward; we’ll provide more information in a future update prior to any changes.
Rollout pace
- Rapid Release domains: Gradual rollout (up to 15 days for feature visibility) starting on February 24, 2026
- Scheduled Release domains: Full rollout (1–3 days for feature visibility) starting on March 9, 2026
Availability
- Business Starter **, Standard, and Plus
- Enterprise Starter **, Standard, and Plus
- Essentials, Enterprise Essentials, and Enterprise Essentials Plus
- Nonprofits**
- Education Plus and Teaching and Learning add-on**
- Google AI Pro for Education add-on
- Google AI Pro and Ultra
**For a limited time, at least through May 31, 2026, Business Starter, Enterprise Starter, Nonprofit, Education Plus, and Teaching and Learning add-on accounts can access generative AI features in Vids. Learn about Google Vids availability.
Resources
- Workspace Updates Blog: AI avatars and AI voiceovers in Google Vids now available in seven new languages
- Google Help: Use AI avatars in Google Vids