Insta360's latest compact detachable action cam comes with a wireless display

Image credit : TechRadar The versatile Go 2 action cam from Insta360, which is about the size of a thumb, has already won us over, but its sequel is about to surpass it with a few surprises. The new Insta360 Go 3 has a larger, more rectangular "Action Pod" detachable body, which strengthens the visual similarity to a traditional action cam. You won't need to pull out your phone as frequently because this updated model not only has a longer combined battery life (more on that later), but the Action Pod body also functions as a 2.2-inch flip touchscreen. Essentially, the entire set consists of a wireless display and a 2-in-1 action camera. [caption id="attachment_184970" align="aligncenter" width="965"] Image credit : Reddit[/caption] The camera on the Go 3 has also undergone some substantial improvements. Increased video resolution from 1440p to 2.7k (2,720 x 1,536) allows you to make better use of Insta360's acclaimed "FlowState" video stabilization technique. By including a second microphone, the audio quality has improved, addressing a long-standing issue. The "Action Pod" is only IPX4 water resistant, so do not submerge that portion under water. The camera is additionally certified as waterproof at up to 5 meters deep instead of only 4. [caption id="attachment_184972" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Image credit : 9To5Toys[/caption] When connected into the "Action Pod," the camera's battery life increases to 170 minutes from the original 30 minutes (1080p@30fps). The only constraints on the maximum video length are battery life and data storage because the Go 3 also marks an increase in Insta360's heat dissipation architecture. Delete the 30-minute limit on each clip, please. This is also likely the reason why the Go 3 now offers a new 128GB flavor, though you may still think about the 64GB or 32GB alternatives if those are more affordable. Also read : Insta360 Flow: A Revolutionary Smartphone Gimbal, Selfie Stick, and Tripod The 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB editions of the Insta360 Go 3 are now available via the official web store or Amazon for $379.99, $399.99, and $429.99, respectively.