GoPro’s CEO Nick Woodman has reassured his community that the company’s core DNA remains unwaveringly committed to consumer and professional camera tech, despite its recent merger with Starman.

Woodman addressed concerns that GoPro might shift focus away from its camera innovation, stating that the merger will actually bolster the company’s ability to develop cutting-edge technologies. He highlighted GoPro’s extensive patent portfolio and expressed optimism about future product innovations, such as smarter accessories and powerful software.

The merger is expected to strengthen GoPro financially, allowing the company to explore new markets and develop new tools for content creation. Woodman emphasized the shared passion of both companies for the GoPro brand, aiming to make the world’s most high-performance cameras.

Despite the merger, Woodman stressed that the company’s primary goal remains to capture life’s exciting moments for its community, stating, “It’s what we were founded to do and it’s what we will always do.”

For now, GoPro fans can rest assured that their favourite brand is still dedicated to hero-making, regardless of any corporate changes.