New Referee POV Camera Could Change How WWE Matches Are Filmed

WWE might be looking into a major upgrade for its in-ring camera technology—and it could change the way fans experience matches on television.

In the past, WWE has used shows like Main Event, NXT, and other lower-profile programming as testbeds for new presentation elements. This strategy has included experimenting with camera angles, lighting, and even allowing cameramen to step into the ring during matches—though not everything has made it to the main roster.

One of WWE’s more ambitious experiments has been the use of referee POV cameras. Typically mounted on the referee’s ear, these small cameras have occasionally been used during matches to give fans a unique, first-person perspective of the action. However, the system hasn’t been reliable. Technical issues like poor connection, unstable mounting, and cameras falling off mid-match have often made the footage unusable. In some cases, referees were even forced to rip the camera off and discard it mid-bout.

That’s where AAA may have come into play this weekend. During AAA’s latest show, referees were seen wearing full-on head-mounted cameras—specifically, GoPro-style devices strapped to their foreheads with visible headbands. These rigs, while far more noticeable than the subtle ear-mounted cams WWE previously used, may have offered greater stability and a clearer image.

There’s no confirmation yet that this was a direct WWE experiment. However, given the partnership between WWE and AAA , it’s possible the company is testing these head-mounted POV systems in a live setting before considering a full rollout on RAW, SmackDown, or premium live events.

If successful, this could give fans an even more immersive view of the action from inside the ring—something WWE has long been trying to perfect.