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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

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XTU launches S7Pro action camera for creators & riders
Social Media

XTU launches S7Pro action camera for creators & riders

Buyers get a lower-cost alternative in a crowded action camera market, with the S7Pro offering 4K at 50fps and 48MP stills.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Hands-on review: GoPro MISSION 1 series
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Hands-on review: GoPro MISSION 1 series

Creators who need stronger low-light video and more flexible workflows may find GoPro's Mission 1 range a far better fit than older Hero models.

By Sean Mitchell • 7 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2026
GoPro opens Mission 1 pre-orders in Australia & NZ
NZD

GoPro opens Mission 1 pre-orders in Australia & NZ

Australian and New Zealand buyers can now pre-order GoPro's cinema-style MISSION 1 range, priced from AUD $949.95 ahead of retail sales on 29 May.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 27th May 2026
GoPro sets Australian & New Zealand MISSION 1 prices
Content Creation

GoPro sets Australian & New Zealand MISSION 1 prices

Annual subscribers in Australia and New Zealand will get discounts of up to AUD $150 and NZD $190, as reservations open ahead of a 29 May launch.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
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

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