SAN MATEO, Calif., Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- GoPro, Inc.
(NASDAQ: GPRO) announced a new firmware update for its HERO9 Black
flagship camera that makes it compatible with the company's new
ruggedized, waterproof, Bluetooth® remote aptly named, The Remote,
which also launches today.
GoPro's new Bluetooth® remote—The Remote—is rugged, waterproof,
wearable and mountable.
HERO9 Black's new v1.5 firmware also includes:
- Up to 30% faster wireless transfer of content from the camera
to the GoPro app
- Improved HyperSmooth 3.0 performance in cold temperatures
- A slo-mo shortcut slider button
- Improved GPS accuracy
- Support for live streaming with the Max Lens Mod, bringing Max
HyperSmooth and SuperView plus in-camera horizon-lock to live
streaming
- Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter support for those wanting to use external
mics in lieu of the Media Mod for HERO9 Black
Firmware updates are also available today for HERO8 Black and
GoPro MAX that increase wireless transfer speeds by up to 15% and
20%, respectively, and provide compatibility with GoPro's new
Bluetooth® remote—The Remote.
The Remote is a smartwatch-size accessory that can be mounted to
anything from a user's wrist to a gear strap, handlebar or rollbar.
It is rugged and waterproof to 16 feet, features a large status
display and proud glove-friendly buttons. The Remote enables
convenient control of the most used camera functions, including
powering on and off, mode changing and shutter button control.
The Remote can control up to five GoPro cameras simultaneously
from as far as 200 feet away. And it uses Bluetooth® Low Energy for
maximum battery life and easy pairing with your GoPro.
The Remote is compatible with HERO9 Black, HERO8 Black and MAX
and is available on GoPro.com for $79.99 MSRP, or at a 30% discount for GoPro
Subscribers. It is currently available in North America only with a worldwide release
coming in Feb. 2021.
The HERO9 Black, HERO8 Black and MAX firmware updates are
available on GoPro.com and via the GoPro app today. The Remote,
HERO9 Black, Max Lens Mod, HERO8 Black and MAX are available now on
GoPro.com.
About GoPro, Inc.
GoPro helps the world capture and share itself in immersive and
exciting ways.
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