Let me repeat that. 67% of all reach on Instagram now comes from Reels. If you’re not creating them, you’re essentially invisible to your audience. The harsh reality? Posting daily reels is pretty…

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The Startup

A hands-on review of The Influencer AI tool that generates AI avatars and video content for social media. The author created 5 ads in 30 minutes, testing features like avatar creation, outfit try-ons, and video generation. While impressed by the speed and quality, they noted issues with text rendering in videos. The tool costs $19-99/month and is positioned as a solution for small businesses and solopreneurs struggling with consistent content creation on platforms where Reels drive 67% of reach.

I Used an AI Reel Generator to Make 5 Ads in 30 Minutes — Here’s What Happened