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Adventure filmmaker Jeven Dovey has revealed one of the DJI Neo 2’s most overlooked capabilities: the ability to record synchronized audio using external microphones connected to a smartphone. In his latest video, the Los Angeles-based creator demonstrates how solo filmmakers can capture clean walk-and-talk footage without drone noise ruining their audio. Three Components Unlock Professional…
Good day folks, Shawn here from Air Photography. Today we’re doing a battery performance test of the new DJI Neo 2 to see how long it can track in a real-world situation. Usually the battery ratings for these drones don’t translate into real-world use. So I just wanted to see how long we can track…
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 2 is already a solid performing action camera, great for capturing action shots. It’s durable…
DJI Neo 2 wind test! In this video, the winds were gusting between 40 and 50 km/h (25-31 mph), and I wanted to show you how this tiny drone works
Amazon is expanding its Prime Air drone delivery service deeper into metro Detroit, announcing plans to fly packages from its Hazel Park fulfillment center to nearby neighborhoods before the end of 2025. The move doubles Amazon’s Michigan drone footprint just weeks after launching service in Pontiac. 12 Amazon Delivery Drones, 7.5-Mile Radius A fleet of…
The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office in South Carolina is proving how valuable drones have become for everyday policing. Last Saturday, November 15, deputies were called to search for a missing young man. Sergeant Reed Kent arrived on scene, launched his drone, and within minutes spotted the individual using thermal imaging. Kent guided ground units straight…
The FBI is actively seeking to equip surveillance drones with artificial intelligence capabilities including facial recognition, license plate readers, and weapon detection systems, according to federal procurement documents published by The Intercept Thursday. The move comes as approximately 1,500 US law enforcement agencies already operate drone programs with minimal oversight. FBI Issues Reques
DJI published its most comprehensive public statement addressing the looming U.S. market ban, confirming that no federal agency has begun the security audit mandated by Congress—despite the company requesting the review nine months ago. With just 30 days until the December 23, 2025 deadline, DJI’s official blog post reveals a bureaucratic trap: the National Defense…
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