GoPro Hero 5 release date, news, rumors: Latest GoPro to include GPS, 'GoPro Sniper'

There have been no confirmed reports so far regarding the new features of the highly anticipated GoPro Hero 5. Many tech enthusiasts are expecting that the GoPro Hero 5 will exceed everyone's expectations, which were set by its predecessor, GoPro Hero 4. With this, the public can expect new exciting additions in the device, including a built-in GPS and a new GoPro feature.

As reported by Game N Guide, the GoPro Hero 5 is going to be released before the end of 2016. However, GoPro has yet to provide statements pointing to the official launching of the GoPro camera this year, although the GoPro fans are already anticipating that the device will be released within the coming months. It is possible that the public can have the latest GoPro Hero device by the Christmas season.

The exciting new additions in GoPro Hero 5 is said to make everyone forget about the GoPro Hero 4, and according to Engadget, the device will be having its own Global Positioning System (GPS) support. There are a number of possible ways which the GPS feature in GoPro Hero 5 can be used, but it is expected to be very helpful in tracking the user's current location for recording.

The online publication also picked up on the rumor that the GoPro Hero 5 will have a different interface compared to its predecessor. For one, the latest device is said to have a thinner and lighter appearance than GoPro Hero 4, making it more classic and sleeker. Moreover, the GoPro Hero 5 is going to have a touch screen feature. If this is the case, then the camera interface of GoPro Hero 5 will become more simplified. 

On the other hand, GoPro Hero 5 is going to introduce a new GoPro feature called the "GoPro Sniper," although not much has been heard regarding its exact use or features. Nevertheless, the GoPro followers may expect a waterproofing technology with the GoPro Hero 5's new protective features.