So about a couple of months ago, HTC announced the RE Camera, an action-camera similar to the GoPro (in terms of functionality, not so much design) that users can slip into their pocket or into a holster and use it to film POV shots. The RE Camera has an interesting design and the fact that it doesn’t come with a viewfinder makes it a rather unique device, although we’re not sure if this might be appreciated by its users.
That being said, could HTC be planning its successor already? Well according to the reports, the answer is yes as HTC is said to be working on a successor to the RE Camera and that it could be launched as soon as next year. This was confirmed by Jack Tong the President of HTC North Asia where he said that the next-generation camera will be a standalone product aimed at the mass consumer market.
Unfortunately he did not provide any specifics about the camera in terms of its design, hardware specs, or its features, so it remains a mystery as to what we might be able to expect from it. HTC is also oddly optimistic about the current RE Camera and has estimated that at least 5% of Taiwan’s 8 million smartphone buyers will be getting the device.
That being said it does seem to be a bit early to tell how well the camera is doing, but either way hypothetically speaking, what kind of features/improvements would you like to see HTC make to the next-gen RE Camera that would pique your interest?
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