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GoPro Hero7 Black's 'Limited Edition' wants you to buy sleeves
Gadgets

GoPro Hero7 Black's 'Limited Edition' wants you to buy sleeves

GoPro's latest efforts may feel a little underwhelming to some – and the evidence is as black and white as it gets.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Mar 2019
GoPro infuses new HERO7 camera range with better image stabilisation
Digital Entertainment

GoPro infuses new HERO7 camera range with better image stabilisation

GoPro has put better video stabilisation at the forefront of its new lineup of Hero cameras, including the GoPro HERO7 Black, White, and Silver models.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Sep 2018
Kiwi surfer prospers on world stage with tech partnership
Photography

Kiwi surfer prospers on world stage with tech partnership

Kiwi surfer Paige Hareb secures unexpected victory at World Surf League Founders Cup. Talks to FutureFive about her win and partnership with Kaiser Baas.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Jul 2018

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ASUS and GoPro launch creator-focused ProArt PX13 Laptop
Storage

ASUS and GoPro launch creator-focused ProArt PX13 Laptop

ASUS and GoPro unveil the ProArt PX13 GoPro Edition, a rugged AI laptop tuned for creators editing action footage on the move.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jan 2026
Dreame unveils whole-home smart ecosystem at CES 2026
Internet of Things

Dreame unveils whole-home smart ecosystem at CES 2026

Dreame debuts its first whole-home smart ecosystem at CES 2026, expanding from robot vacuums into appliances, wearables and outdoor tech.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sun, 4th Jan 2026
Hands-on Review: GoPro HERO13 Black
Storage

Hands-on Review: GoPro HERO13 Black

The GoPro HERO13 Black delivers 5.3K video, a redesigned Enduro battery, and versatile lens mods, solidifying its spot as a flagship action camera.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
Hands-on Review: Go Pro Hero 12 Black + handler and Enduro batteries
Gadgets

Hands-on Review: Go Pro Hero 12 Black + handler and Enduro batteries

Surpassing boundaries of action camera capabilities, the GoPro Hero 12 Black enhances user experiences with advancements in video quality, stability, connectivity, and durability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Nikon launches super-telephoto NIKKOR Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S lens
Digital Entertainment

Nikon launches super-telephoto NIKKOR Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S lens

Nikon's NIKKOR Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S lens delivers exceptional performance and creative flexibility for photographers in a compact size.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Oct 2023
Hands-on Review: Go Pro Hero 11 Black
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Go Pro Hero 11 Black

The new GoPro HERO11 Black redefines adventure photography with its robust features and top-notch image quality.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 18th May 2023
Hands-on Review: Opkix One waterproof HD micro-camera
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Opkix One waterproof HD micro-camera

Opkix One: The Future of Action Cams? These tiny HD cameras offer discreet, high-quality video in a compact package.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Tue, 15th Dec 2020
Hands-on Review: GoPro HERO9 Bundle
Gaming

Hands-on Review: GoPro HERO9 Bundle

GoPro HERO9: The biggest redesign in GoPro history includes a 1.4-inch coloured front display, making it a great vlogging camera.

By Lama Farhat • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Oct 2020
New line of GoPro gear comes to stores this month
Digital Entertainment

New line of GoPro gear comes to stores this month

GoPro's family of devices will grow a little larger in October, as the GoPro HERO8 Black, GoPro MAX, and Mods hit shelves later this month.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2019
Insta360's GO mounted cam captures footage without the bumps
Gadgets

Insta360's GO mounted cam captures footage without the bumps

Dubbed 'the world's smallest stabilised camera', the Insta360 GO is a tiny camera that weight 18.3 grams and can be mounted pretty much anywhere.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2019
GoPro mobile app update includes Quik video editing features
Digital Entertainment

GoPro mobile app update includes Quik video editing features

GoPro's latest app update merges Quik video editing into its platform, offering enhanced storytelling tools, modern UI, and limitless creative options.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2019
DJI launches Osmo Action - a handheld action cam with a difference
Drones

DJI launches Osmo Action - a handheld action cam with a difference

Hold on to your skis, snowboards, or your camera-mounted stunt cars, because DJI has launched Osmo Action camera.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 16th May 2019