Captions
Captions is an AI-powered video creation and editing platform from Mirage. Its tools support automated editing, captions, dubbing, eye-contact correction, and avatar-led video generation for creators and businesses.
Why Abandoned
The Captions website is available and Mirage continues to present Captions as its AI video creation and editing product.
🩺 Health Signals
No checks have been run on this tool yet.
📅 Timeline
Captions launched
Series B funding announced
Series C funding announced
Company rebranded as Mirage
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is Captions AI used for?
Captions is used to record, generate, and edit short-form and talking-head videos with AI. Features include automatic subtitles, script assistance, dubbing, eye-contact correction, background changes, and avatar-based video creation.
Can Captions generate AI avatar videos?
Yes. Captions offers AI avatar and digital-twin workflows that can create presenter-style videos from scripts, although feature availability and usage limits may depend on the selected plan and platform.
Does Captions automatically add subtitles to videos?
Yes. Automatic speech transcription and styled on-screen captions are central Captions features. Users should still review names, technical terms, and punctuation for transcription errors.
Is Captions available on desktop and mobile?
Captions has offered mobile apps and web or desktop-oriented workflows. Exact feature parity can vary by operating system, device, region, and subscription tier, so users should consult the current product pages.
What are the best alternatives to Captions AI?
Descript and VEED are strong alternatives for AI-assisted video editing and transcription, while Synthesia and HeyGen focus more heavily on avatar-led video generation.