If you're new to the world of drones then firstly, where have you been? Second, you've got a lot of catching up to do. Even those who cover the industry can barely believe the speed of innovation that's occurred in recent years. Relaxed legislation has helped an already blossoming commercial industry reach new heights; sectors from agriculture to real estate and everything … [Read more...] about The Most Influential People in The Drone Industry
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Undaunted, GoPro Lining Up More Drones
GoPro is unabashed and undaunted. Despite last year's debacle with the long-awaited Karma drone, the company tells journalists at CES that they are preparing to develop more drones. In an interview with The Verge, GoPro's CEO and co-founder Nick Woodman prophesied a successful relaunch of the Karma, with more versions to come. "The reception for Karma was very strong. It … [Read more...] about Undaunted, GoPro Lining Up More Drones
Product Profile – A Closer Look at The GoPro Karma
On September 19th, GoPro launched the company's first drone, the Karma. Our first impression was mixed, but now that the dust has settled we're going to be taking a closer look at GoPro's first step into the consumer market. During the grand unveiling, there was plenty of well-scripted talk from CEO Nick Woodman but not a whole load of substance. Here are the answers to the … [Read more...] about Product Profile – A Closer Look at The GoPro Karma
Why GoPro Decided To Build A Drone
(Source: Forbes) GoPro CEO Nicholas Woodman, a 39-year-old billionaire with a flair for the dramatic, usually has a way of pumping up crowds. Last month though, as he was set to make one of the most significant announcements in his company’s 13-year history, he fell a little flat. “Do you guys all want GoPro to make a quadcopter?” Woodman asked onlookers at the Code … [Read more...] about Why GoPro Decided To Build A Drone
It’s About Time – The GoPro Drone is Officially a Reality
Rumors and speculation have been swirling for quite some time, but it's official: GoPro is developing a drone. GoPro CEO Nick Woodman officially revealed his company was working on a quadcopter drone Wednesday evening at re/code's Code Conference in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Woodman didn't reveal too many details, but he did mention the release date is slated for the … [Read more...] about It’s About Time – The GoPro Drone is Officially a Reality
