Initially, GoPro has received wide popularity due to quality cameras and the lack of competition in the market. However, over the last year Chinese companies has changed situation dramatically. Despite the fact that GoPro is still the leader on the market of action cameras, but many users need a compact, inexpensive camera, such as Polaroid Cube+ or Xiaomi Yi Action Camera. Also, if people had already bought an expensive action camera GoPro, they have not reasons to change it to a new one. That is why American company has a financial loss over the last year.

Financial report shows that in the last quarter of 2015 GoPro recorded a profit of $436.6 million and a net loss at the level of $45.5 million. For comparison, in the same period of 2014 we saw $122 million profit.

All this has led to the fact that the company began to seek how to save. First, it was decided on the dismissal of employees, and now announced a significant reduce of the range of models.

The president CEO GoPro, Nick Woodman, said that GoPro will offer only three cameras since April: Hero 4 Black, Hero 4 Silver and Hero 4 Session. Their prices will have to be from $199.99 to $499.99. Thus, American company will stop to sale Hero+ LCD, Hero+ and Hero. It should be noted that the creation of some of them was a reaction to the increasing competition of Chinese companies. But it seems that the struggle in the lower segments of the market has failed, so GoPro focus on more expensive models.

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The correct choice of action camera 2015

In April this year, TomTom has announced their own rival the famous action camera 2015 GoPro. A new device called the Bandit is intended to facilitate filming in motion, and allow users to select, as has long been monopolized GoPro action camera 2015 market. The new device from TomTom is small in size, and feature of new items can be considered a form of housing. If we talk about the characteristics, it is worth noting integrated GPS-module, through which you can then see where the footage was taken.

In addition, the camera boasts the ability to shoot 4K-resolution in 16-megapixel wide-angle lens. Furthermore, the apparatus can shoot at the depth of 50 meters.

TomTom Bandit now available for $ 399 through the official website of the company. For those who prefer the Amazon, the company also exhibited its new product and, although the date has started selling on Amazon is scheduled only on July 15th. As for the cost, it will not differ from the official.

Source: ubergizmo

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Just a few months ago we heard about the project HexH2o, within which was released waterproof Quadri copter that can perform and the air and underwater video. It seems that it could be a great fun for outdoor enthusiasts and just for tourists, if not for its price tag – 3658 US dollars. Of course, this price is obviously not for everyone.

But if you do not mind the drone with the number of propellers two less then set aside the first option and look at the new device – just look at a much less expensive alternative to the production company Urban Drones, which is already being offered to potential buyers.

Despite the fact that Splash Drone like Quadri copter quite simple, the structure is completely waterproof. Users install the camera GoPro at the bottom of the waterproof slot with 2 axles and immediately have the opportunity to capture on video their extreme adventures as above the water and under the surface of it, without worrying about the safety of members of this remarkable technology. Drone will be on the surface of water with submerged chamber until it is resumed to take off again.

Built-in transmitter can be incorporated into the camera, thus allowing to transmit live video from the drone to another user’s device at a distance of about one mile (1.6 km) high.

Splash Drone can be piloted in real time, using the included radio receiver remote control, or can autonomously follow a flight plan, prepared with the help of the accompanying application.

This application also allows the use of drone mode following the master – it will automatically fly in front and above by concentrating on the device with the application, that is, most likely, on his smartphone user. Full charge capacity. 4200 mA / h is enough for about 15 minutes of flight, so I have to take breaks often enough.

Source: Gizmag

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At the end of this week, the company GoPro, traditionally, send in the retail sale of a new generation of popular action cameras GoPro HERO4 versions Black and Silver Edition, as well as on a budget version of the customary name GoPro HERO. A key feature of the new cameras GoPro HERO4 Black and Silver Edition is the ability to shoot video up to 4K (3840×2160) with a maximum speed of 30 and 15 frames per second, respectively.

Model GoPro HERO4 Black Edition is capable of capturing video extension 4K at 30, 25 or 24 frames per second, the expansion of 2.7K (2704h1520) with the frame rate to 50 fps, and more standard formats 1440P (1920×1440) and 1080P (1920×1080) with a frequency of 80 and 120 fps respectively. Camera GoPro HERO4 Silver Edition is characterized by the ability to shoot video with a 4K frame rate to 15 fps, 2.7K format no more than 30 fps, and the 1440P and 1080P at 48 and 60 fps. Version of the Silver, in contrast to the more expensive options Black Edition, will be complemented by a touch screen.

Models HERO4 Black and Silver Edition will be equipped, as before, embedded modules Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS, and supplemented by a more sensitive microphone. Included with the camera will be sold a special sealed box, which enables painless immerse the device in water to a depth of 40 meters. All previously released accessories are fully compatible with the new models. MSRP Action Cameras GoPro HERO4 Black and Silver Edition will be almost 500 and $ 400, respectively.

At the end of this week, the company GoPro , traditionally, send in the retail sale of a new generation of popular action cameras GoPro HERO4 versions Black and Silver Edition, as well as on a budget version of the customary name GoPro HERO. A key feature of the new cameras GoPro HERO4 Black and Silver Edition is the ability to shoot video up to 4K (3840h2160) with a maximum speed of 30 and 15 frames per second, respectively.

Model GoPro HERO4 Black Edition is capable of capturing video extension 4K at 30, 25 or 24 frames per second, the expansion of 2.7K (2704h1520) with the frame rate to 50 fps, and more standard formats 1440P (1920×1440) and 1080P (1920×1080) with a frequency of 80 and 120 fps respectively. Camera GoPro HERO4 Silver Edition is characterized by the ability to shoot video with a 4K frame rate to 15 fps, 2.7K format no more than 30 fps, and the 1440P and 1080P at 48 and 60 fps. Version of the Silver, in contrast to the more expensive options Black Edition, will be complemented by a touch screen.

Models HERO4 Black and Silver Edition will be equipped, as before, embedded modules Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS, and supplemented by a more sensitive microphone. Included with the camera will be sold a special sealed box, which enables painless immerse the device in water to a depth of 40 meters. All previously released accessories are fully compatible with the new models. MSRP Action Cameras GoPro HERO4 Black and Silver Edition will be almost 500 and $ 400, respectively.

Budget camera GoPro HERO replace the earlier model GoPro HERO3 White Edition, the camera is capable of capturing video extension 1080P with frame rate to 30 fps, and 720P up to 60 frames per second, as well as to take photos with the extension 5Mp. New compact camera made in a sealed enclosure with water resistance to 40 meters. Suggested retail price GoPro HERO does not exceed $ 130.

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