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DJI's Osmo Action 4 features a brand new GPS remote, but you'll have to pay extra
Brings a larger camera sensor and enhanced waterproofing
Following hot on the heels of last week’s announcement for the new Air 3 photography drone, DJI is back with another late summer release. This time it’s an update to the action camera line with the new Osmo Action 4, featuring an upgraded camera sensor, improved water sealing, and even some interesting new accessories.
Insta360 Go 3 review: Small camera, big possibilities
The Action Pod is a genius upgrade to the previous generation
Insta360 has become a fast favorite among content creators, starting with early 360 cameras and quickly moving onto the Go cameras before recently adding a smartphone gimbal to the mix. Now Insta360 is returning to its tiniest camera line to release the brand new Go 3. Not only does it bring significant upgrades to the camera module, but a completely redesigned charging pod adds a whole new dimension to the way it can be used.
DJI updates flight app to work on Pixel 6, still no update for Mimo app
You can return your friend's old iPhone now
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DJI’s drones and action cameras have become popular among content creators and photographers for their high quality and powerful automation. And naturally, many of the same people chose to pick up a Pixel 6 for its excellent photo and video quality. Unfortunately, this combination isn’t working out very well due to a bug or incompatibility that’s preventing DJI apps from performing as intended, and it’s leaving some devices virtually unusable.
The DJI Action 2 is a tiny camera with a modular design and powerful magnets
No need for mounts if you can find some metal
DJI’s original Osmo Action launched back in mid-2019 to take on GoPro’s dominance in the market. It shared the same basic design and features, but couldn’t quite match the software and ecosystem advantages of the GoPro Hero line. Today DJI announced the brand new Action 2, a dramatically smaller and modular action camera that can mount in even more places.
If you can't find your GoPro app, that's because it's now called Quik
The app gets a complete rebrand, UI refresh, and some new features from the formerly separate video editor
If you're looking for the GoPro app on your phone and having trouble finding it, try peeking under Q. As of today, the official GoPro video management and editing app is renamed Quik, which was previously what the company called its new version of the Replay video editor. The old Quik app listing is gone, its functionality folded into the new omnibus app.
Snag a DJI Osmo Action camera for just $199 ($46 off), plus a ton of free accessories
The kit comes with a 32GB memory card, plus a bunch of other goodies
Whether you're gearing up for snowboarding season or you just want to take some sweet slo-mo videos, you might be looking for a new action camera this holiday season. It can be tough to choose from all the cameras out there, but DJI can make that choice a little easier: The DJI Osmo Action is just $199 ($46 off) at Adorama, plus it comes with a ton of free accessories.
Leaked GoPro Hero9 renders appear to confirm new front-facing color screen
Vloggers will no longer need to buy an additional accessory
GoPro has long been the go-to for action cams, but previous models in the Hero line have required an additional front display mod if you want to see yourself while you film. With the upcoming Hero9, it looks as though that's about to change. Leaked renders show what resembles a full-color front-facing display in place of the usual black and white status screen.
When you think of action cameras, the first name that probably comes to mind is the ubiquitous GoPro. However, a worthy competitor emerged when the Osmo Action Cam from well-known drone manufacturer DJI launched last summer for $350. Right now, you can pick up one of these 4K-capable action cams for an all-time low of only 9 at Amazon — saving yourself $150 off the original MSRP in the process. This tiny camera packs two screens for easy viewfinder access no matter which way the unit happens to be facing, giving it a leg-up on the similarly priced GoPro Hero 7 Black. Available footage capture modes include 4K HDR at 60FPS, 1080p at 240FPS with electronic image stabilization, and an up to 8x slow-motion mode with 1080p resolution at 240FPS.
Even better still, there's no promo code needed to take advantage of these savings. All you have to do is follow the link below. With outdoor recreation areas among the first things beginning to reopen, a new action camera would be ideal for capturing any appropriately socially-distanced outdoor activities this coming summer.Buy: Amazon
DJI might be the first name you think of when it comes to consumer-grade gimbals and drones. They come with pretty fair price tags on the regular, but several times a year, the company likes to put on the sale. And while the Black Friday and Christmas sales it put on last year eclipse this Valentine's Day one in size, you can still save a chunk of change on some neat gear.
In the span of a few years, Insta360 has made itself a name in the 360 camera space thanks to an excellent balance between specs, image and video quality, funky additional features, and price. After a small detour with the Insta360 GO, the company is now back with its most ambitious 360 and action cam to date, the One R.
There will likely be more deals coming up, both from DJI for Cyber Monday and from other merchants. Be sure to keep an eye on our giant roundup of the best deals.
Action camera maker GoPro is putting up two new products for the 2019 holiday season — another iteration in its HERO series and its first 360° camera since the rather forgettable Fusion. The Hero8 Black packs in big technical improvements up over the Hero7 Black while the new MAX brings two cameras and spherical views to rough-and-tumble scenes.
GoPro may have crashed out of making drones, but DJI seems intent on cracking the action camera market. The Osmo Action Cam, which launched this summer for $350 with dual screens and electronically stabilized 4K/60 video capture, is currently on sale at an all-time low of $261 thanks to a Labor Day promo code.
Wanna create summer memories to get all wistful and nostalgic about later on in life? You might want a new camera. And not just the camera on your phone — we're talking about about sporty, crazy, action-packed goodness that can handle the roads you're riding, the waters you're treading, and much, much more. So, how about a new DJI Osmo Action camera? It's available at Rakuten right now for more than $50 off.
The camera's manufacturer Yi is an offshoot of Xiaomi, and it has arguably cemented itself as the quality low-cost alternative to GoPro. The Yi Lite has a Sony IMX206 sensor, shooting 16MP stills and recording 31Mbps video at a variety of resolutions and frame rates: 4K/20, 1080p/60, 1440p/30, 1080p/30, 720p/120, 360p/240. The camera supports EIS, but only up to 1440p/30. It can be controlled with its 2" touchscreen display, or by connecting your smartphone to it over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Sadly, the unit still charges via microUSB, but its 1200mAh battery is rated to capture 130 minutes of video footage. You can store footage on any microSD card, though you'll want to use a fast one for capturing 4K footage.
Rugged phones aren't generally very exciting. They're all big, boxy things, with plastic shells meant to absorb force from drops. Kyocera's new Verizon-exclusive rugged phone, though, is... well, it's a big, boxy thing with a plastic shell. But it also has a sapphire screen and an action camera.
For most people, 360-degree cameras are a novelty item that they're willing to spend a maximum of $100 on, just to see what the fuss is about. That nets them a low-resolution, low-quality sensor, with limited features. For those who get bitten by the 360-degree bug though, a cheap camera won't do. The higher the resolution and specs, the better. And that's where the new Insta360 ONE X lands. It's capable of taking 5.7K videos and comes with built-in stabilization, for an awesome shoot-now-edit-later approach.
In the market for an action cam? Here's something: the YI 4K+/60fps Action Camera is on sale at Amazon for just $229.99 with a coupon code. It even comes with a waterproof case so you can safely capture all your whitewater kayaking high jinks.Enter coupon code 4PV2NDFC at checkout for that sweet, sweet savings. Amazon reviews of the camera are largely positive, with more than half giving it a five-star rating. We reviewed the non-plus version of this camera in 2016 and concluded that GoPro should be worried—and it probably still should be. The GoPro Hero 6 is also capable of 4K video at 60fps, but it's currently sitting at about 400 bucks on Amazon, so this comparable Yi model really is a bargain.There's a companion app on the Play Store that functions as a live viewfinder for the camera and has some photo and video editing tools, plus social features that allow you to "Enjoy interesting works" and "find charming persons," if you're into that sort of thing.[EMBED_APP]https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xiaomi.xy.sportscamera[/EMBED_APP]Source: AmazonVia: Slickdeals
GoPro may have popularized the action camera market, but there are plenty of competitors these days. YI came on the scene as a producer of affordable alternatives early on, but its latest release, the Discovery 4K, takes inexpensive action cams to a whole new level. The Discovery 4K has been discounted to just .99 with a coupon code applied at checkout.Of course, while the Discovery 4K is a good deal for the money, it's not as fully-featured as its upmarket stablemates. It can shoot 4K, but only at 20fps; it also shoots 1080p60, which is probably what you'll be sticking with. Its 8MP Sony IMX179 is the same sensor used on the Nexus 5, though it does have a 150-degree wide-angle lens. It has a 2.0" LCD touchscreen, which is pretty surprising to see at this price point. Eight shooting modes are present, and built-in 2.4GHz Wi-Fi allows it to connect to your phone within a 100ft range. It's not water-resistant, though IP68 water resistance can be added with a case that is sold separately.To get to that .99 price, you'll need to enter code FBYFC3CQ at checkout. Shipping is free, as it usually is on Amazon. If you've been in search of a cheap action camera, this is definitely worth consideration.Source: Amazon