Firmware Update
Firmware update: latest releases, new features, bug fixes, compatibility issues, and how-to guides for keeping your DJI drone software up to date.
Skyrover S1 Firmware Update Adds 48MP Photos, 120fps Slow Motion To $269 Budget Drone
The Skyrover S1 just received a significant firmware upgrade that transforms this budget drone into an even more compelling alternative to the DJI Mini 4K. Firmware version V01.0000.010 adds three features that push the S1 well beyond its price class:…
Antigravity A1 First Flight Tutorial: Everything You Need To Know Before Takeoff
Hi everyone, welcome back to 51 Drones. I’ve been flying the Antigravity A1 for almost a month now, and I’ve pretty much gotten everything locked down. So what I want to do with this tutorial is help you visualize what…
Antigravity A1 Hands-On: The First 360° Drone That Made Me Feel Like Flying Again
Hi everyone, welcome to 51 Drones. My name is Russ. When I got my very first drone back in 2017, what I remember most is that feeling of pure exhilaration and the adrenaline rush of seeing my world from above…
DJI Neo 2 Complete Beginners Guide – Getting Ready For Your First Drone Flight
Good day folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. This is my complete beginner’s guide for the new DJI Neo 2 drone. In this guide, I’m going to cover everything you need to know to prepare for your very first drone…
DJI Ban: I’ve Reached Acceptance, and Here’s What You Need to Know
You’ve all heard of the seven stages of grief, right? Shock, denial, anger, bargaining, depression, testing, and acceptance. Well, I haven’t gone through each of those in this DJI Ban situation, but I do think I’ve finally reached that final…
York County’s PD New Drone Plan Takes Off
The York County Sheriff’s Office is adding a new unmanned aircraft to its daily work, as Nebraska TV reports. Deputies say the drone will help them respond faster and stay safer during tough calls. It will assist in search and…
The Neo 2: DJI’s Best Starter Drone Just Gets Better (And Funnier?)
292 days ago, on February 8, 2025, I wrote my first article for DroneXL. The name of that article? “THE DJI NEO: THREE DRONES IN ONE?” Today, almost a year after writing that article, I’ve had the DJI Neo 2…
DJI Flip Black Friday Deal: Save $90 On This Revolutionary Compact Drone Before December 23 Deadline
Black Friday has delivered aggressive discounts on the DJI Flip, with the beginner-friendly vlogging drone seeing its first major price cuts since launching in January 2025. Amazon Prime members can now grab the DJI Flip for just $349, down from…
DJI Osmo Action 6 Beginners Guide: Everything You Need To Know
Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. This is my beginner’s guide for the brand new DJI Osmo Action 6. When new hardware like this gets released, I like to create guides to help those who are brand new…
Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Gets New Grip, Pocket Printer, and Lenses
Good day folks, Shawn here from Air Photography. Insta360 has recently launched some new accessories and packages for their Ace Pro 2 series, and they are definitely pushing the boundaries of what an action camera can be. The Ace Pro…
Why the “Pain” of a DJI Drone Ban Means Lives Lost, Not Just Lost Profits
In a recent Bloomberg Opinion piece, columnist Thomas Black argues that the forced transition from Chinese-made drones to American alternatives is a “necessary pain” required to secure our national supply chain. He frames this transition as a messy spreadsheet calculation,…
DJI Avata 360 Clears FCC Hurdle With 34 Days Until Potential Ban Deadline
The DJI Avata 360 has secured FCC certification on November 19, 2025, clearing the regulatory hurdle that allows the company to legally sell its groundbreaking 360-degree FPV drone in the United States. But there’s a catch: this approval comes just…