# Portable Action Cameras GoPro Releases the New Hero 12 Black with an Extended Battery Life By Kanesa D | Published 2023-09-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hero-12-black References: [digitaltrends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/photography/gopro-unveils-hero12-black/) & [gopro](https://gopro.com/en/ca/compare)  GoPro is launching a new action camera called the '[Hero 12 Black](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-hero-12-black).' Boasting a new battery called the Enduro, the new device has double the power of the previous '[Hero 11 Black](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hero-11-black-mini)' and also comes with support for various social platforms, including TikTok and [YouTube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-spatiallabs-stereo-eyes) shorts. The camera shoots in 5.3K resolution at up to 30 frames per second (fps) within a 16:9 aspect ratio. Additionally, it offers 4K video recording, delivering frame rates of up to 30fps in an 8:7 aspect ratio and 60fps in a 16:9 aspect ratio. Consumers who need high-quality videos for social media will be able to edit with ease using the GoPro Quik app, which provides multiple angles of the same footage for repurposing. Image Credit: GoPro ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 18% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Enhanced Action Camera Battery Life:** The new GoPro Hero 12 Black features the Enduro battery, doubling the power of its predecessor and extending usage time. - **High-resolution Video Recording:** With 5.3K resolution at 30fps and 4K recording options, the GoPro Hero 12 Black offers high-quality video capture for social media content creation. - **Multi-angle Footage Repurposing:** GoPro's Quik app allows users to easily edit and repurpose footage from multiple angles, catering to the needs of social media content creators. ### Where This Applies - **Action Camera Manufacturing:** The release of the GoPro Hero 12 Black with improved battery life and video quality presents opportunities for advancements in the action camera manufacturing industry. - **Social Media Platforms:** The GoPro Hero 12 Black's support for various social platforms, including TikTok and YouTube shorts, creates new opportunities and demands for social media platforms to cater to content creators. - **Mobile App Development:** The GoPro Quik app's functionality to edit and repurpose footage from different angles highlights the potential for innovation and advancements in mobile app development for content creation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Battery-Extended Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-hero-12-black.md) - [Accessory-Focused Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-1.md) - [Compact Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-hero-11-black-mini.md) - [Compact Sports-Ready Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hero-action-camera.md) - [Miniature Adventure-Ready Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hero-11-black-mini.md) - [Vlogger-Targeted Action Cam Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-hero10-black-creator-edition.md) - [Illuminating Budget-Friendly Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-lit-hero.md) - [Limited-Edition Forest Green Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hero13-black-camera.md) - [8K 360-Degree Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-max2.md)