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Haye Kesteloo

Haye Kesteloo is the Editor in Chief and Founder of DroneXL.co, where he covers all drone-related news, DJI rumors and writes drone reviews, and of EVXL.co, for all electric vehicle news. Haye can be reached at haye @ dronexl.co or @hayekesteloo.

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World's First 360 Drone? Anti-Gravity A1 from Insta360 Promises Thrilling Aerial Freedom – Dive In
Insta360

Insta360-Backed Antigravity A1 Drone Introduces Revolutionary 360-Degree Aerial Capture

Ever dreamed of a drone that disappears mid-flight, letting you capture every angle like a floating eye? The Insta360-backed Antigravity A1 makes it real—Jeven Dovey’s test footage will blow your mind. The Antigravity A1 drone, backed by Insta360, emerges as the world’s first fully integrated 360-degree drone, promising to transform how pilots capture and experience…

Antigravity A1 Launch Date Locked: World's First 360 Drone Arrives December 4 as DJI Scrambles to Respond
DJI

Antigravity A1 Drone Breakthrough: 8K 360 Views That Make You Feel Like You’re Flying

Hey drone pilots, tired of missing shots mid-flight? Antigravity’s A1 drone changes everything with built-in 8K 360 capture – dive into the details from their hot-off-the-press announcement. Antigravity has introduced the A1, a drone that integrates 8K 360-degree video capture directly into its design, marking a shift toward more immersive aerial filming without external attachments.…

Drones Prove Vital in Locating Missing American Hiker’s Body in Pyrenees
Police

Drones Prove Vital in Locating Missing American Hiker’s Body in Pyrenees

Rescuers in Spain have located the body of Cole Henderson, a 27-year-old American hiker missing since early July, with drones playing a central role in scanning the rugged terrain of Monte Perdido. This discovery underscores the growing importance of unmanned aerial vehicles in search and rescue operations, enabling access to areas too hazardous for ground…

DJI Osmo 360 vs Insta360 X5 Comparison
DJI

DJI Osmo 360 vs Insta360 X5 Comparison

Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. So, in today’s video, we’re going to be comparing the new DJI Osmo 360 against the Insta360 X5. Now, this is not going to be an overly technical video. I don’t want to come across like I’m a 360 expert, because I’m definitely not. When it comes…

Hasselblad X2D II Set for August 26 Launch with DJI LiDAR Autofocus Boost
DJI

Hasselblad X2D II Set for August 26 Launch with DJI LiDAR Autofocus Boost

Rumors point to Hasselblad unveiling its X2D II medium-format camera on August 26, 2025, featuring integrated LiDAR technology borrowed from DJI’s Ronin RS4 Pro gimbal to tackle longstanding autofocus challenges in the segment. This development promises faster, more reliable focusing, even in dim conditions, drawing from DJI’s expertise in drone and stabilization systems. LiDAR Integration…

Regime forces have been observed with drones and munitions deployed in aerial strikes.
Europe

Myanmar’s Deadly Drones Get European Boost – Anti-Jamming Scandal Sparks Sanctions Fury

Imagine the chaos if hobby drones turned deadly: That’s Myanmar’s reality, where European modules protect junta UAVs from interference – dive into the findings that have experts demanding action now. Myanmar’s military junta has integrated advanced European-made anti-jamming technology into its drones, enabling more resilient operations amid ongoing conflicts, according to a new report by…

DJI's 'Game of Drones.' How culture clashes are breaking up the drone maker from the inside out
Skydio

DJI Drone Ban Looms: Chinese Manufacturer Battles US Security Scrutiny and Lobbying Hurdles

DJI Technologies, the dominant player in the US commercial drone market, faces a potential ban on its products by year’s end unless it clears national security audits, but the drone maker says that its attempts to engage Washington officials are met with silence, reports Bloomberg. Security Audits and Regulatory Deadline Congress included a provision in…

US General Warns America Trails in Drone Arms Race, Risking Soldier Lives
US Army

US General Warns America Trails in Drone Arms Race, Risking Soldier Lives

A US soldier, hunted like prey by a cheap drone – that’s the nightmare General James E. Rainey fears if America doesn’t wake up fast. In a stark assessment, General James E. Rainey, head of the US Army’s Futures Command, highlighted America’s lag in drone technology, predicting severe consequences for troops in future conflicts. This…

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