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GoPro Hero4 New Firmware Update Released

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GoPro have released a new firmware update for its HERO4 action cameras.

The new firmware versions for the GoPro Hero4 can do 240fps in 720p (Narrow Mode only), which clearly expands its usefulness for fast-paced sports action.

Head over to the GoPro update page for more details on how to update your HERO4 Black action camera. Firmware details as follows.

GoPro Hero4 New Firmware Update Released

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HERO4 Black v02.00.00

New Modes + Features

  • Adds Time Lapse Video mode
  • Adds 720p240 video mode (Narrow FOV only)
  • Adds 2.7K60 video mode
  • Adds Auto Image Rotation
  • Adds 30 photos/6 seconds Burst rate

Performance Improvements: Changes Protune default video ISO to 1600

Usability Improvements

  • Adds Reset option for camera Wi-Fi settings
  • Displays Night Lapse shutter time on the camera status screen

LCD Touch BacPac Improvements

  • Delivers the ability to add HiLight Tags during playback
  • Adds new gesture to display the last photo or video captured
  • Automatically locks the display after the camera goes to sleep

General Improvements + Bug Fixes: Night Lapse stability improvements

HERO4 Silver v02.00.00

New Features

  • Adds Time Lapse Video mode
  • Adds Auto Image Rotation
  • Adds 30 photos/6 seconds Burst rate

Performance Improvements: Changes Protune default video ISO to 1600

Usability Improvements

  • Delivers the ability to add HiLight Tags during playback
  • Adds new gesture to display the last photo or video captured
  • Automatically locks the display after the camera goes to sleep
  • Adds Reset option for camera Wi-Fi settings
  • Displays Night Lapse shutter time on the camera status screen

General Improvements + Bug Fixes: Night Lapse stability improvements