Create AI Talking Avatar On Phone FREE - Google Colab - D-ID Alternative
Film & Animation
Introduction
Creating a talking avatar has never been easier, especially with the availability of free apps and tools. In this article, we will guide you through the entire process of making an AI talking avatar using your phone, leveraging apps like Motion Portrait and tools like Google Colab as an alternative to paid services such as D-ID. Let’s get started!
Step 1: Preparing the Image
Select an Image of a Face: Choose a clear, high-quality image of a face where the eyes and lips are directed toward the camera. You can use your own photo or any image generated using tools like Stable Diffusion.
Download the Motion Portrait App: This free app is available on both the Google Play Store and the App Store. Open the app after downloading.
Upload Your Image:
- Tap on the "Library" button.
- Select the prepared image. The app will automatically detect the eyes and mouth.
Create a Speaking Avatar:
- Once the app processes your image, it will show a video of the face with natural movements.
- You can adjust facial expressions to show joy, sadness, or anger.
- Tap the mic icon, turn off TalkBack, and click the camera button to record a 15-second video.
- Save the video once it is generated.
Step 2: Resizing the Video
Use EasyGIF.com for Resizing:
- Open the link for EasyGIF in your browser.
- Tap the "Select File" button and choose the video from Motion Portrait.
- Click on "Upload Video".
Resize the Video:
- Enter
720in the new width field while leaving new height blank. - Click the "Resize Video" button and then save the resized video to your device.
- Enter
Step 3: Creating the Voiceover
Visit 11labs.io:
- Log in with your Gmail account.
- Select “Speech Synthesis”.
Input Your Text:
- Type the desired text for your avatar to say.
- Pick a suitable female voice from the character options and tap “Generate”.
- Download the generated voiceover audio file to your phone.
Step 4: Finalizing Your Video with Lip Syncing
Open Google Colab:
- Make sure you're logged in to your Gmail and open the Google Colab link provided.
- Follow the prompts by running step 1 and tapping "Run Anyway".
Upload Your Video and Audio:
- After step 1, a checkmark will appear. Run step 2 and upload the resized video.
- Preview the uploaded video, then run step 3 to upload the voiceover file.
- Once both files are uploaded, run step 4 to create the final video. This may take some time.
Download the Final Video:
- After the video is processed, a preview will be available.
- To save the final video, a save file window will appear after a few seconds.
- Once done, disconnect the runtime in Google Colab by tapping “Runtime”, then “Disconnect and delete runtime”.
Access Your Final Video: Check your media gallery for the final talking avatar video.
And that’s it! You have successfully created a free AI talking avatar using your phone, with its lips and eyes moving in sync with a generated voiceover.
Keywords
- AI Talking Avatar
- Motion Portrait
- Voiceover
- Speech Synthesis
- Google Colab
- Resize Video
- Free Tools
- Stable Diffusion
FAQ
Q1: What tools do I need to create an AI talking avatar?
A1: You need the Motion Portrait app, a video resizing tool like EasyGIF.com, and a voice synthesis tool like 11labs.io.
Q2: Can I use my own photos?
A2: Yes, you can use any photo as long as it meets the criteria of being clear and high-quality with the face looking directly at the camera.
Q3: Is this process really free?
A3: Yes, all the tools mentioned can be accessed for free, making this a cost-effective way to create an AI talking avatar.
Q4: How long does it take to create the final video?
A4: The time it takes to create the final video will depend on the duration of the voiceover and the processing speed of the tools used.
Q5: What if I don’t see the preview after processing?
A5: Double-check that you have followed all the steps correctly and be patient as the processing may take some time. If the issue persists, try rerunning the steps or refreshing the page.
