GoPro Quik

Can a Free App Turn Your Phone Into a GoPro Remote Control?

The GoPro Quik app (formerly known as the GoPro App) is the official mobile companion developed by GoPro Inc. for Android devices. It serves as a remote control, media browser, and social hub for GoPro camera owners. This review examines whether the app delivers on its promises of seamless camera management and quick content sharing.

The app supports a range of GoPro models, including the HERO4, HERO3, HERO, and HD HERO2 cameras. Once paired via Wi-Fi, your Android device becomes a live viewfinder and remote trigger. You can start and stop video recording, capture photos, and even monitor footage in real-time as it is being recorded. This wireless control eliminates the need to physically touch the camera during action shots.

Beyond remote functionality, the app provides a gallery for browsing all videos and photos stored on the camera's SD card. You can preview, download, and organize your footage directly on your phone. The app also features a social component, allowing you to view GoPro channels from other users, discover new content, and get inspired by the community.

• Live remote control – Start/stop recording and view real-time footage from your Android screen.
• Media browsing and transfer – Preview, download, and organize videos and photos from your GoPro camera.
• Social channel discovery – Watch and explore GoPro content shared by other users worldwide.

The app is completely free to download and contains no advertisements. However, some advanced editing features and cloud storage options require a paid subscription via Turbo. For basic remote control and media transfer, no additional cost is necessary.

Download the GoPro Quik app now and turn your Android into a powerful remote for your GoPro camera. It is the most practical tool for managing your action footage on the go.

Heads up: you'll need Wi-Fi for pairing and transferring files. Some premium editing tools and cloud storage are extra via Turbo subscription.