I’ll explain what it actually does, show a compact step-by-step demo you can film for an 18–22s short, and cover the “free vs paid” and privacy/limitations you must call out. Zoom+2Zoom+2
What’s true (quick facts — most important claims with sources)
- Real-time meeting notes / live summaries: Zoom AI Companion can transcribe and generate live summaries, highlights and action items during meetings. Zoom+1
- Works in real time and can surface highlights while the meeting runs (live summary / smart chapters). Zoom
- Host/admin control & participant notification: Admins can enable/disable meeting summaries; when AI Companion transcribes the meeting, participants see a notice that it’s transcribing. Zoom+1
- Availability tied to paid Zoom Workplace plans (AI Companion features are included for eligible paid Meeting/Workplace plans; free accounts typically don’t have full AI Companion access). Zoom+1
- Zoom is expanding features (agents, cross-platform, mobile voice recorder, etc.) — capabilities are evolving (agentic features and added integrations announced). The Verge+1
Recorder-ready step-by-step demo (fits 18–22 seconds)
Film short clips in sequence — total length ≈18–22s.
- Hook (2s, on camera)
“Zoom just dropped an insane AI update — no more writing meeting notes!” - Show the meeting + enable AI Companion (6–8s, screen record)
- Open Zoom meeting (or join a test meeting).
- Show the AI Companion / Meeting Summary toggle or the Copilot sidebar. (If you’re the host, click Start meeting summary or enable AI Companion → Meeting Summary in the meeting controls.) Zoom+1
- On screen, show the small indicator that says “Zoom AI Companion is transcribing…” (this proves transparency). Zoom
- Show results live (4–5s, screen record + voiceover)
- While talking or playing a 10–20s test audio, show the live summary / highlights / action items appearing in the AI Companion pane or the Hub. Voiceover: “It captured key takeaways, action items and highlights — all in real time.” Zoom+1
- Example + CTA (2s, on camera)
“I tested it — it summarized a 20-minute meeting in seconds. Follow for daily AI updates!”
That sequence is camera-friendly and truthful: show the UI, the transcribing notice, the live summary pane, and a short before/after.
How to enable it (short admin & user steps)
- Admins: Sign in to Zoom web portal → Account Management → Account Settings → AI Companion tab → toggle Meeting summary with AI Companion on/off. (Admins can control sub-settings). Zoom
- Hosts/Users: Update Zoom app to latest version → start or join meeting → open Copilot/AI Companion in meeting controls → start the meeting summary or enable live notes. Participants are notified when AI is transcribing. Zoom+1
Is it free? Pricing & access — short, practical answer
- Not fully free for everyone. AI Companion meeting features are included at no extra cost for eligible paid Zoom Workplace / Meetings plans (Pro/Business/Enterprise customers provisioned with Meetings services). Free basic Zoom accounts generally don’t get the full AI Companion meeting suite. Some advanced/custom agent features may require extra add-ons or paid tiers. Zoom+1
Short on-camera line: “Zoom’s AI notes are available to paid Workplace/Meetings plans — check your admin settings; free accounts may not have it.” Zoom
Important limitations & what to tell your viewers (be transparent)
- Plan & region limits: Your account must be provisioned with Meetings/Workplace paid services — availability can vary by region and tenant. Zoom+1
- Admin controls & consent: Admins can disable it; participants are notified when AI Companion transcribes — privacy/consent matters. Don’t assume silent recording. Zoom+1
- Accuracy & verification: Summaries are fast but should be verified — action items or decisions may need human checking. Zoom
- Third-party meetings: Zoom’s AI Companion can work with some third-party platforms (announced integrations), but behavior may differ and host notifications remain important. TechRadar
- Data governance: Enterprises can set policies on retention, sharing, and who can access meeting summaries — check org rules before sharing sensitive AI outputs. Zoom+1
Exact short script you can say on camera (ready to record)
Hook (2s): “Zoom just dropped an insane AI update — no more writing meeting notes!”
Explain (6–8s, show screen as you speak): “Zoom’s AI Companion transcribes and shows live summaries, action items, highlights and follow-ups — all while you talk.” Zoom+1
Example (4–5s, show results): “I tested it — it summarized a 20-minute meeting in seconds.”
CTA (2s): “Follow me for daily AI updates!”
Add a tiny on-screen disclaimer text: “Note: feature requires paid Zoom Workplace/Meetings plan and host/admin enablement.” Zoom