GoPro Karma Discontinued

The GoPro Karma was a consumer drone launched in October 2016 at a price of $799 that suffered a power-loss defect causing units to crash within two weeks, leading to an immediate recall. It was re-released in February 2017 with a battery latch fix but was ultimately discontinued in January 2018 when GoPro exited the drone business entirely. The site notes that DJI's Mavic Pro had already captured the market by the time the Karma returned, and GoPro remains focused exclusively on action cameras with no planned return of the Karma line.

The website identifies three specific drone models that replaced the Karma, including the DJI Mini 4 Pro which weighs under 249g and requires no FAA registration for recreational use, the DJI Air 3 with a dual-camera system, and the DJI Mavic 3 Pro featuring a 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad main sensor and 5.1K video capabilities.

For users who prefer not to purchase hardware, the site highlights Sentinel Aerial as a service provider offering FAA Part 107 certified drone inspection, mapping, and photography services across Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region.

The business profile explicitly states that GoPro and Karma are trademarks of GoPro, Inc., while DJI and Mavic are trademarks of SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd., and the site is not affiliated with or endorsed by either company.

The listing mentions that the DJI Mavic 3 Pro is suitable for inspections, mapping, real estate, and filmmaking, covering the use cases the original Karma was designed for.

The website states that GoPro announced it was leaving the drone business in January 2018, laying off hundreds of employees, and that there will be no Karma 2.

The site notes that DJI controls over 70% of the global consumer drone market, which contributed to the Karma's inability to compete effectively upon its re-release.

The listing describes the DJI Mini 4 Pro as the best entry point for anyone who would have bought a Karma, noting it is more compact and far more capable.

The DJI Air 3 is described as the sweet spot for enthusiasts and content creators who want more reach and longer sessions without going full professional.

The DJI Mavic 3 Pro is referred to as the professional platform for commercial work and the drone the Karma wished it could be.

The site mentions that Sentinel Aerial provides aerial inspections, orthomosaic mapping, thermal imaging, real estate photography, and construction progress services.

The listing states that Sentinel Aerial is CISSP security cleared, adding a layer of security certification to their professional services.

The website includes a call to action for users to get a free quote from Sentinel Aerial for their aerial services.

The site states that product links on the page may earn a commission at no cost to the user.

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