WeVideo was created in Norway in 2011 by WeVideo, Inc. so that people could create, communicate, and collaborate with video. It has interactive elements and a greenscreen capability. It would be used in an educational environment so that students and teachers can work together on various video projects. It would be appropriate for all school-aged children and higher education.
According to my Google search AI-assisted results, It integrates with platforms like Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, and ClassLink. It also offers integrations with G Suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides) for real-time collaboration within video projects. Additionally, WeVideo can be used with services like Dropbox for storage and sharing.
WeVideo support says, “The Android app is a mobile companion for quick editing, while the web platform is the powerhouse for detailed editing and collaborative projects. You can start a project on the app and then copy it to the web editor for further customization.”
It seems that a user could make some exciting videos with it. You can also create podcasts and .gif files. The app is mostly designed to make editing and sharing quick. You can also add captions, one-click animations, and audio to your creation. It does not have as in-depth abilities as the website does. It does allow you to save your creation to do more work on it on the website.
The help menu (on the website Website support) is extensive and provides help from technical services to billing.
There are tutorials that assist with different aspects of video production and editing. There is also a section for updates about the software.
The app requires version 8.0 or higher of the Android operating system. You will also need an ample amount of storage. Since WeVideo is a cloud-based app, you'll need a stable Internet connection to use it. It's a good idea to consider internet provider speeds in mind when uploading large or multiple assets at once. If you have multiple simultaneous users on the same network, it is recommended to have enough bandwidth to provide each user with at least 1 Mbps upstream and downstream speeds to prevent a slow editing experience. (Information taken from WeVideo website)
According to my Google search, the WeVideo app for Android is free to download and use. While the free version does have some limitations (like a 5-minute monthly export limit), it's a great option for basic video editing.
Key points about the free version:
No cost: The WeVideo app for Android is free to download and use.
Basic editing features: The free version includes one-click animations, multi-track editing, and the ability to use your own music.
Limited export: Free accounts have a 5-minute monthly export limit.
Watermark: Videos exported from the free account will have a WeVideo watermark.
For a single teacher, it costs $89/year, for a classroom it is $374 per year (up to 30 students), and the cost for a district is determined by the district.
I have not used this software, just clicked around on the site a bit. It seems pretty user-friendly.
There is a version for schools as mentioned above, but there is only a 7-day free trial available when you sign up. It was awarded an award in 2024 by Common Sense Media with a 5-star rating for overall learning.