Grams Light Bikes - Mountain Bike and Gear Reviews, and News: GoPro Wi-Fi BacPac and Wi-Fi Remote Combo Kit

Grams Light Bikes - Mountain Bike and Gear Reviews, and News: GoPro Wi-Fi BacPac and Wi-Fi Remote Combo Kit: GoPro had their new Wi-Fi BacPac and Wi-Fi Remote on display at the CES in Las Vegas this week, and the kit will be Wi-Fi-enable their HERO2 and HERO cameras.

The new Wi-Fi BacPac will enable long range video remote control via the Wi-Fi Remote, or an Android and iOS device, such as a smartphone, tablet, or computer running the free GoPro Wi-Fi App. The waterproof and durable Wi-Fi Remote, has a wristband, its own battery, an LCD screen and dual-buttons, and can enable control of up to 50 HD HERO2 cameras at a time, so some pretty wild multiple camera setups could be done. It will allow live video streaming and remote control, through smart-devices, computers, and the Web wherever Wi-Fi or a mobile hotspot is present. This functionality will allow verification of the camera orientation and positioning, as well as a live feed for others to enjoy. The original HD HERO is compatible with the Wi-Fi BacPac and Remote, but only for remote control functionality. It will be using the 802.11n The Wi-Fi BacPac and Wi-Fi Remote kit will retail for $99, and should be available February, 2012.

I shoot often with GoPros on my biking and snowboarding excursions and this could definitely be a really interesting option that will add a lot of flexibility.