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DJI’s latest update to its software suite, Modify V1.1, introduces significant enhancements aimed at improving 3D modeling and sharing capabilities. This upgrade is a boon for professionals across North America and beyond, who can now utilize enhanced tools for creating, editing, and sharing 3D models with unprecedented ease. Sharing and Storage Solutions One of the…
DJI recently released the Mini 4K, which is essentially like the Mini 2 but a couple of hundred dollars less. The real question is what can you do with a $300 drone that films in 4K and weighs less than 249 grams. Now, in full disclosure, DJI sent me this drone. I do get to…
The Crisis Unfolds In an unprecedented move, the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), usually low-profile in its operations, has embarked on an urgent mission dubbed Project Condor to tackle a severe erosion problem in Ecuador, triggered by the destruction of the San Rafael Falls in 2020. This environmental disaster, which unfolded when the largest waterfall in…
All of the lighting that requires AC in my studio has been powered by this device right here - the brand new DJI Power 1000 Power Station!
Airbus, a major player in aerospace, has completed its purchase of Aerovel, a U.S.-based company known for the Flexrotor unmanned aerial system (UAS).
We have four drone stories: Connecticut, the DFR (Drone for First Responders Act), Michigan court case, and follow-up on Philly YouTuber.
Taiwan’s Growing Drone Arsenal Taiwan’s recent military strategies indicate a significant shift towards integrating advanced U.S.-made suicide drones into their defense systems, particularly in response to the increasing military pressures from China. This move highlights a broader tactical evolution aimed at deterring potential Chinese aggression across the Taiwan Strait. Tactical Defense Against
A Strategic Leap in Drone Technology In a remarkable advancement in drone capabilities, the Halo connectivity platform from Israel’s Elsight has been successfully integrated into Lockheed Martin’s Indago 4 quadcopter. Announced on May 7, 2024, this partnership marks a significant step forward in beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) flights, pushing the boundaries of what unmanned aerial vehicles (U
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