I’ve used GoPro cameras for years — from mountain biking trails to underwater shoots — and I’ve loved the versatility. But let’s be real: the overheating has been a persistent headache. Time and again, I’ve had to pause recordings mid-action because the camera shuts down to cool off. It’s frustrating, especially when you’re counting on that one perfect take.

GoPro keeps releasing new models with flashy features and higher resolutions, but the core thermal issue remains unaddressed. You’d think after generations of feedback, they’d fix the bottleneck. Instead, it feels like they’re layering innovation on top of a flawed foundation. Now, with the merger into Starman Optical — a company focused on defense, aerospace, and photonics — the shift in priorities feels clear.

The $285 million deal, framed as a merger, signals a move away from consumer action cams toward specialized industrial and government applications. That’s fine for Starman’s goals, but it leaves creators like me wondering: who’s advocating for the everyday user?

I was excited about the Mission 1 — promised improved stabilization and low-light performance. But if the thermal throttling returns, none of that matters. So I canceled my pre-order. Not out of spite, but out of experience.

Have you dealt with the same overheating issues? Are you holding out hope the new direction fixes it, or are you looking elsewhere too? Let’s talk.