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Leaked Video Shows Potential DJI Mavic 4 Inside Company Building
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Leaked Video Shows Potential DJI Mavic 4 Inside Company Building

A new leaked video appears to show DJI’s upcoming Mavic 4 drone being tested inside the company’s building, according to posts shared by Jasper Ellens and Igor Bogdanov on X. The Controversial Leak The video, which appears to have been captured by flying a DJI drone around DJI’s building, shows what looks like a Mavic…

DJI Mic Mini Leak Reveals Sleek $45 Wireless Microphone System
Industry

DJI Mic Mini Leak Reveals Sleek $45 Wireless Microphone System

The next addition to DJI’s audio lineup has leaked, with images of the compact DJI Mic Mini appearing in posts by Jasper Ellens and Igor Bogdanov on X. Compact Design in Two Colors The wireless microphone system comes in two striking colorways – “Infinity Black” and “Arctic White.” Both versions feature DJI’s signature minimalist design…

DJI Goggles N3 and Neo Drone Surface Early in Philippines
DJI

DJI Goggles N3 and Neo Drone Surface Early in Philippines

According to a recent tweet from Jasper Ellens, DJI’s new Goggles N3 and Neo drone have unexpectedly appeared in the Philippines ahead of their official global release, with customers already unboxing these new FPV components. Global Release Schedule Creates Confusion The staggered release of DJI’s latest FPV system has created uncertainty in the drone community.…

NYPD Expands Drone Program: Police Cars to Carry Emergency Response Drones
Skydio

NYPD Expands Drone Program: Police Cars to Carry Emergency Response Drones

The New York Police Department is advancing its Drone as First Responder program into its third phase, announcing plans to equip police vehicles with drones for rapid emergency response. This expansion marks a significant evolution in how the NYPD deploys unmanned aerial vehicles for law enforcement and public safety operations, reports PIX11. READ MORE: US…

US Drone Maker Skydio Faces Critical Supply Chain Crisis After Chinese Sanctions
Skydio

US Drone Maker Skydio Faces Critical Supply Chain Crisis After Chinese Sanctions

Skydio, America’s largest drone manufacturer and a vital supplier to Ukraine’s military, is grappling with an unprecedented supply chain crisis after Beijing imposed sweeping sanctions, blocking access to essential components, according to the Financial Times. Supply Chain Disruption Threatens Operations The San Mateo-based company has been hit particularly hard by the disruption to their battery…

BRINC Launches Mobile Drone as First Responder Program Across Multiple States
Brinc

BRINC Launches Mobile Drone as First Responder Program Across Multiple States

BRINC Drones has unveiled its innovative mobile Drone as First Responder (DFR) system, taking their emergency response capabilities on the road across multiple states. The company has outfitted a specialized vehicle to demonstrate their robotic charging nest technology, bringing drone-enabled emergency response to public safety agencies across America. Mobile Launch System Hits the Road The…

SFPD Drones Beat Police to Crime Scenes, Raising Both Praise and Privacy Concerns
Skydio

SFPD Drones Beat Police to Crime Scenes, Raising Both Praise and Privacy Concerns

The San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) is showcasing impressive results from their drone program, with aerial units often arriving at crime scenes before ground officers, according to a recent report by CBS News. Lightning-Fast Drone Response Leads to Arrests In a compelling demonstration, SFPD shared footage of their drones catching a bicycle theft in progress.…

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