How to Bring Pictures to Life using MyHeritage and TokkingHeads Apps (Deep Nostalgia on TikTok)

Kapwing
5 Mar 202108:06

TLDRGrace from Kapwing demonstrates how to animate photos using MyHeritage and TalkingHeads apps, creating 'deep fake' videos that bring photos to life. She guides viewers through the process with MyHeritage, which has gained popularity on TikTok, and then introduces TalkingHeads as an alternative that requires no personal information. Both apps use AI to animate photos, with TalkingHeads offering additional features like mimicking videos and speech. Grace also shows how to edit these animations using Kapwing, an online video editor.

Takeaways

  • 😀 MyHeritage and Talking Heads apps are used to animate photos and bring them to life.
  • 🎨 The concept of 'deep fake' videos has become more accessible and popular on TikTok.
  • 📲 Both apps are available for free download from the app store.
  • 🔑 MyHeritage requires account creation, while Talking Heads does not.
  • 📷 Users can upload photos or take new ones directly within the apps.
  • 📐 MyHeritage allows users to select the face area in the photo by adjusting dots.
  • 🔄 The animation process uses AI technology to create a 'deep fake' video.
  • 🚫 MyHeritage has a limit on the number of animations you can create without upgrading.
  • 💬 Talking Heads offers more customization, including mimicking specific videos or adding speech.
  • 👁️ Talking Heads may require watching ads for continued use.
  • 🎞️ Kapwing, an online video editor, can be used for further edits on the created animations.
  • 🔄 Kapwing allows for adding text, overlays, audio tracks, and adjusting video properties like filters and speed.

Q & A

  • What is the main topic of the video?

    -The main topic of the video is how to animate and bring photos to life using the MyHeritage and Talking Heads apps.

  • What is the concept of 'deep fake' mentioned in the video?

    -The concept of 'deep fake' refers to the technology that allows a photo to be turned into a realistically moving video, which has been used to create viral videos on TikTok.

  • How can one get started with animating photos using the MyHeritage app?

    -To get started with the MyHeritage app, one needs to download it from the app store, create an account, and then follow the in-app instructions to upload and animate photos.

  • What is the limitation of the MyHeritage app in terms of creating animations?

    -The limitation of the MyHeritage app is that it only allows a few animations to be made without an upgrade.

  • What is the alternative app mentioned in the video for animating photos without providing personal information?

    -The alternative app mentioned is Talking Heads, which is free and does not require users to provide personal information or login.

  • How does the Talking Heads app differ from the MyHeritage app in terms of customization?

    -The Talking Heads app offers more customization options, including the ability to make the photo mimic a specific video, talk, or have speech.

  • What are the steps to create an animation with the Talking Heads app?

    -To create an animation with the Talking Heads app, one needs to download the app, upload a photo, choose a video or text option, and then create the animation by following the app's instructions.

  • What is the online editor called Kapwing used for in the video?

    -Kapwing is an online video editor used for making edits to the animated videos, such as adding text, overlays, audio tracks, and subtitles.

  • How can one adjust the size and format of the video for different social media platforms using Kapwing?

    -In Kapwing, one can adjust the size and format of the video by changing the canvas dimensions and choosing the appropriate aspect ratio, such as 9:16 for TikTok or 16:9 for YouTube.

  • What are some of the editing features available in Kapwing?

    -Some of the editing features in Kapwing include adding text, image overlays, adjusting the timing of video layers, applying filters, cropping, changing video speed, and adding animations.

  • How can viewers get access to Kapwing and start editing their videos?

    -Viewers can access Kapwing by clicking the first link provided in the video description, which will take them to the online editor where they can start editing their videos.

Outlines

00:00

📲 Animating Photos with MyHeritage and Talking Heads Apps

Grace from Kapwing introduces two apps, MyHeritage and Talking Heads, for animating photos to create deep fake videos. She explains that while the concept is not new, it has become popular on TikTok and is now more accessible. MyHeritage requires creating an account but offers a simple way to animate photos by uploading them and using AI technology to generate moving videos. However, the app has limitations, such as a limited number of animations. Talking Heads, on the other hand, is free, does not require personal information, and allows for more customization, including mimicking videos and adding speech to photos.

05:03

🎨 Editing Animated Videos with Kapwing

The second part of the video focuses on editing the animated videos created with the aforementioned apps using Kapwing, an online video editor. Grace demonstrates how to create collages, add text and image overlays, adjust timing, apply filters, and add audio tracks. She also shows how to change the canvas size for different social media formats and customize the background color. The video concludes with instructions on how to export the final product without a watermark by signing into a Kapwing account, and she encourages viewers to provide feedback and subscribe for more video creation tips.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Animate

To 'animate' in the context of this video refers to the process of giving life-like movement to static images, such as photographs, using digital technology. This is central to the video's theme as it demonstrates how to bring photos to life with apps like MyHeritage and Talking Heads, turning still images into dynamic videos that appear to move naturally.

💡Deep Fake

A 'deep fake' is a term used to describe a type of media, particularly videos, where a person's likeness has been replaced with another's using AI technology. In the video, deep fakes are discussed as a technological advancement that has become more accessible, allowing users to create realistic videos from photos, which has gained popularity on platforms like TikTok.

💡MyHeritage App

The 'MyHeritage App' is a specific application mentioned in the video that has gained popularity for its ability to animate photos. It is highlighted as a top free app in the app store and is used to demonstrate one of the methods for creating animated videos from photos, showing its integration with the trend of deep fakes.

💡Talking Heads App

The 'Talking Heads App' is another application featured in the video that allows users to animate photos without requiring personal information or a subscription. It is presented as an alternative to MyHeritage, offering a free way to create animated videos with the added feature of mimicking movements from existing videos or adding speech to the animation.

💡AI Technology

AI, or 'Artificial Intelligence', technology is the driving force behind the animation of photos as shown in the video. It is used to create deep fakes by analyzing and applying movements to still images, making them appear as if they are alive. The video script illustrates the use of AI in both MyHeritage and Talking Heads apps to animate photos.

💡Kapwing

Kapwing is an online video editor introduced in the video for making edits to the animated videos created with the MyHeritage and Talking Heads apps. It is highlighted as a tool that can add text, overlays, audio tracks, and more, to enhance the final video product, showcasing its role in the video editing process.

💡Mimic

In the context of the video, 'mimic' refers to the ability of the Talking Heads app to make a still photo replicate the movements of a video or audio clip. This feature is used to create a more personalized and realistic animation, where the photo not only moves but also follows the expressions or speech patterns of the source material.

💡Personal Information

The term 'personal information' is used in the video to discuss the privacy aspect of using certain apps. MyHeritage requires users to create an account, which may involve providing personal details, while Talking Heads does not, offering an alternative for those concerned about privacy.

💡Watermark

A 'watermark' in the video refers to a visible overlay on a video or image that identifies the source or owner. The video mentions that the Talking Heads app includes a watermark, which can be removed by paying for the service, and Kapwing also has a similar feature that can be removed by signing into an account.

💡Social Media

Social media platforms, such as TikTok and YouTube, are mentioned in the video as places where the animated videos can be shared. The script discusses the importance of formatting videos correctly for these platforms, with different aspect ratios for TikTok (9:16) and YouTube (16:9), indicating the relevance of social media in video creation and sharing.

Highlights

Grace from Kapwing introduces a tutorial on animating photos using MyHeritage and TalkingHeads apps.

The concept of deep fakes, turning photos into realistic videos, has gained popularity on TikTok.

MyHeritage app is popular for animating family photos and is currently a top free app.

To use MyHeritage, you need to create an account and can then add and animate photos.

Photos are animated by selecting the face area and using AI technology for deep fake creation.

MyHeritage has limitations, allowing only a few animations without an upgrade.

TalkingHeads app offers free photo animation without requiring personal information.

TalkingHeads allows users to mimic videos or speech with uploaded photos.

The ideal photo for animation should be a close-up with minimal expression.

TalkingHeads may require watching ads for continued use.

Kapwing, an online editor, can be used for further video editing.

Kapwing enables adding text, overlays, audio tracks, and subtitles to videos.

Users can adjust video timing, filters, crops, and speeds in Kapwing.

Changing canvas size in Kapwing is useful for different social media formats.

The tutorial covers how to create a collage and add background music in Kapwing.

Finalizing and downloading the edited video in Kapwing is straightforward.

The tutorial encourages feedback and subscription for more video creation techniques.