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Appy Days - The GoPro App Is Finally Here

GoPro has long been at the forefront of the action camera market, establishing cams and devices which continuously press the limits of camera innovation, while keeping the requirements of its users a top concern. GoPro is truly a part of action sport culture.

Last year we experienced the launch of the GoPro HD Hero2 - the most powerful GoPro yet - and with that a host of new and amazing accessories. Perhaps the most interesting accessory of all, or at least the one which has drawn in the most attention from media and action sports fans alike, is the GoPro Wi-Fi BacPac.

Released earlier this year, the Wi-Fi BacPac snaps on to the back of a GoPro HD Hero2 cam, just like earlier devices in the variety, like the LCD BacPac and Battery BacPac. As soon as connected, the Wi-Fi BacPac 'connects' the electronic camera, which then can then be controlled by a Wi-Fi remote.

However, because the launch of the Wi-Fi BacPac, GoPro has actually been guaranteeing an accompanying mobile app, which would essentially get rid of the need for a remote, as users would be able to control the camera via their mobile phone or tablet. It's been a long time coming, but finally the wait is over. Why all the difficulty?

Using the free GoPro App, those who own both the GoPro HD Hero2 and GoPro Wi-Fi BacPac will have the ability to operate their electronic cameras using their mobile phone or tablet. As remote functions such as accessing and altering control settings, and keeping track of battery life & memory capacity, the app will also turn a synced mobile gadget into a viewfinder for framing and lining up shots.

GoPro also has some cool functions lined up for the app in the future, such as the capability to preview recorded material, browse and manage files, and control multiple cams simultaneously.

Currently the app is restricted to iOS devices, which readies news for iPhone users, not a lot for the Android community. The app is currently suitable on the following Apple gadgets:

iPhone 3GS, 4, FOUR (iOS 4.3 & 5). iPod Touch 4 (iOS 4.3 & 5). iPad 1, 2 & 3 (iOS 4.3 & 5).

To link a GoPro to a wise gadget, initially the electronic camera and Wi-Fi BacPac need to be upgraded with the current firmware, which can be downloaded from the official GoPro website. As soon as upgraded, the electronic camera can then be synchronised.

To download the app itself, head to the iTunes App Store, and merely look for 'GoPro App'. Here you will also be able to find extra compatibility info, as well useful user reviews.

The GoPro App is the most eagerly expected launch the action camera world has actually seen for some time, and with such a cool selection of features in its toolbox, it's not difficult to see why. If you're a GoPro user, and have a Wi-Fi BacPac, make certain to download the app today. If you do not yet own a Wi-Fi BacPac, what are you awaiting?

Given that the launch of the Wi-Fi BacPac, GoPro has actually been promising an accompanying mobile app, which would basically remove the requirement for a remote, as users would be able to manage the cam by means of their mobile phone or tablet. The GoPro App is the most excitedly prepared for launch the action camera world has actually seen for some time, and with such a cool array of features in its toolbox, it's not hard to see why. If you're a GoPro user, and have a Wi-Fi BacPac, be sure to download the app today. If you don't yet own a Wi-Fi BacPac, what are you waiting for?