Just got my hands on the AKASO Brave 4 and wow, this little gadget is a powerhouse! The 4K30fps video quality is crisp AF—perfect for capturing those gnarly waves while surfing or my epic fails while skateboarding.
The waterproof case is a game-changer. Took it snorkeling last weekend and the footage looks like it's straight out of a NatGeo documentary (okay maybe not THAT good, but close!). The dual screens? Genius. No more awkward angles when I'm trying to film myself eating a burrito while biking (don't judge).
Battery life surprised me—got about 85 minutes per battery shooting in 4K. The included 64GB card stores tons of footage, though I did have that freezing issue others mentioned when reviewing media. Pro tip: keep a paperclip handy to reset it when it acts up.
The WiFi app works decently for quick edits and shares, though sometimes the connection drops if I move more than like... two feet away from the camera. Mounts included are solid—I've strapped this bad boy to everything from my bike helmet to my dog's collar (RIP Mr. Fluffles' dignity).
For the price? Absolute steal compared to GoPros. Only wish the wrist remote was waterproof—almost lost it during a kayak trip when I forgot that detail!