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Maybe don’t buy a GoPro right now

It’s that time of year when GoPro introduces a new lineup of its popular action cameras. And if a pair of leaks are to be believed, we’re about to be introduced to the GoPro Hero7.  Let’s take a look at those leaks, shall we? First, there are the alleged photos of a Best Buy aisle …

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GoPro’s still selling a lot of cameras

In advance of its Aug. 2 earnings call, GoPro released some highlights about sales for its Hero line of action cameras, including its passing the 30 million mark for the line in total since the original Hero launched in 2009.  The company also says that its Heros have been the best-selling cameras overall continuously for almost six years in North …

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This $1 Hot Wheels car works with GoPro

GoPro is hitching a ride with Hot Wheels, as the two companies team up to create the first die-cast toy car that attaches to a GoPro action camera. That means Hot Wheels fans can capture video of fast-flying toy car stunts from the driver’s seat, so to speak. The Hot Wheels car itself isn’t high-tech. Called the Zoom In, the …

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Get a GoPro Hero5 Black with extras for $200

About 18 months ago, CNET’s Joshua Goldman called the GoPro Hero5 Black the GoPro to get. And that was based on its then-$399 list price. Today, and for a limited time, you can get the GoPro Hero5 Black for $199.99 shipped when you apply promo code BOT20 in your shopping cart. That price includes a free spare battery and free …

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Instagram adds Spotify, GoPro integration, video chat, AR camera effects

At F8, Facebook’s developer conference, on Tuesday Instagram rolled out a bunch of new features and enhancements to make it a better place to share, connect and explore.   GoPro users, for instance, will now have a direct link to post to Instagram Stories from the GoPro app. In just a few taps, you’ll be able to select, edit and share clips …

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GoPro Hero6 Black is $50 off when you trade in any old camera

Last year, GoPro ran a 60-day promotion to upgrade and save: Send in your old GoPro and get a Hero5 for up to $100 off. It’s now relaunching the program, seemingly indefinitely, but GoPro will take any digital camera in exchange.  With the new Trade-Up program, you can send in any GoPro or literally any other digital camera — and in …

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Patience pays off: You can now afford a Galaxy S8

CNET’s Cheapskate scours the web for great deals on PCs, phones, gadgets and much more. Questions about the Cheapskate blog? Find the answers on our FAQ page. Find more great buys on the CNET Deals page and follow the Cheapskate on Facebook and Twitter! Forget paying $750 or even $655. If you don’t mind a few scuffs, the Galaxy S8 can be …

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GoPro Hero puts core features in a familiar package for $199

GoPro’s new Hero camera looks just like the company’s Hero5 and Hero6 cameras, and that’s no accident.   Despite being an entry-level model, the Hero shares key design features with its higher-end linemates, namely a 2-inch touchscreen and a rugged body that’s waterproof without the need for a polycarbonate housing. That’s something GoPro didn’t do with its last Hero, which …

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GoPro enters licensing deal with Jabil for third

GoPro is going more professional. The iconic action cam company has entered a licensing partnership with Jabil, a manufacturing services company with expertise in electronics design.  “This collaborative approach with Jabil will enable innovative, GoPro enabled products and services from some of the most exciting hardware and software companies out there,” said Sandor Barna, GoPro’s chief technology officer in a …

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Expand your desktop with this $89.99 Asus 23

CNET’s Cheapskate scours the web for great deals on PCs, phones, gadgets and much more. Questions about the Cheapskate blog? Find the answers on our FAQ page. Find more great buys on the CNET Deals page and follow the Cheapskate on Facebook and Twitter! Yeah, it’s… a monitor. I’m so ashamed. Asus Today is a dry, dry, dry day for deals, my …

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