GoPro, Inc. is an American technology company founded in 2002 by Nick Woodman. It manufactures eponymous action cameras and develops its own mobile apps and video-editing software. When the news about the GoPro Karma recall hit the stands, customers were naturally worried especially those GoPro lovers.
GoPro Karma Drone
Karma Drone became available October 23, 2016. GoPro launched the highly anticipated Karma Drone for $799, which includes the Drone, controller, stabilizer, Karma Grip, and case. The drone can be bundled with a Hero 5 Black for $1099 and with a Hero 5 Session for $999. The drone is also compatible with the Hero 4 Black and Silver.
Latest News And Updates After A Recall
According to Breathe Cast, GoPro announced the recall on November 8, 2016, after substantiating reports that Karma drones were losing power in the air. The good news is that nobody was hurt in the incident. It's a good thing that only 2,500 units were rolled out before the recall was announced. Accordingly, the company will only lose around $2 million in revenues, as well another million in expenses to effect the recall for GoPro Karma.
Another good news is that according to Digital Trends, as those who ordered the GoPro Karma drone and were affected by the recall. Apparently, they get Hero 5 Black camera for their troubles. However, they will only get the camera upon their return of the drone. That's no small feat considering that the Hero 5 Black camera is valued at $400 at retail. Of course, those who return their units will also get the $800 refund.
"All components included with the Karma drone bundle, including Hero5 Black and Karma Grip, must be returned for a full refund," the announcement said. "Once your complete return has been processed and refund issued, we will send you a Hero5 Black as a thank you."
The company has been losing for some time now and The GoPro Karma was supposed to be the company's hope to pull up the revenues lost. Ever since the recall, more loss had been incurred by the company. As of today, as reported by Game N Guide, GoPro had not released any other updates regarding the GoPro Karma. The company is planning to make the drone available back in the market once the issue has been solved.
