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Drones (UAS/UAV): Latest on unmanned aerial tech, regulations, applications, and industry trends. From consumer to commercial and military drones.
Essential ND Filters for Your DJI Mavic 4 Pro
What’s up, guys? Welcome back to another video. Today, we’ll be exploring one of the most important accessories you can buy for your DJI Mavic 4 Pro: ND filters. Why Use ND Filters? If you’re wondering why ND filters are…
Oregon’s Senate Bill 238A Sparks Privacy Concerns Over Drone Surveillance
In Oregon, Senate Bill 238A, currently under review, is stirring controversy by proposing to ease restrictions on law enforcement drone use, potentially reducing court oversight for surveillance. The bill, which passed the Senate with Democratic support, has drawn sharp criticism…
Hover Air X1 Pro and Pro Max Firmware Update: New Features and Co-Pilot Mode
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. The Hover Air X1 Pro and Pro Max recently received a firmware update that introduces a new flight mode and several other enhancements. In this video, we’ll take a quick look at…
Poland Bolsters Drone Force with Anduril’s Potential Expansion
Poland is intensifying its military modernization by expanding its Drone Force, and U.S. defense-tech company Anduril Industries is eyeing a strategic role in this effort. At a June 9, 2025, press briefing in Warsaw, Anduril’s CEO highlighted Poland’s robust defense…
DJI RC Pro 2 – How To Pair DJI Mic 2 or Mic Mini (Bluetooth Audio)
Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. In this video, I’ll demonstrate how to connect a DJI Mic transmitter directly to the DJI RC Pro 2. The RC Pro 2 has a built-in microphone with acceptable audio quality, but…
Zipline’s Nationwide BVLOS Expansion Driven by Trump’s Executive Order and CEO’s Vision
Zipline, a pioneer in autonomous drone delivery, has secured permission to conduct Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations across all 50 U.S. states, a milestone celebrated by CEO Keller Rinaudo Clifton as a direct result of President Donald J.…
Chinese Drone Parts Prices Soar as Export Controls Tighten Amid Global Trade Tensions
The drone industry faces a significant challenge as prices for Chinese drone components have doubled due to tightened export controls from Beijing. The Financial Times reports that the surge stems from Beijing’s efforts to regulate shipments of critical parts, impacting…
New Life-Saving Drones Take Flight Over Ocean City Beaches
Ocean City has introduced a groundbreaking addition to its public safety arsenal with the deployment of advanced life-saving drones equipped with inflatable rescue tubes. These innovative devices, featuring Chinese-made DJI Matrice drones, began patrolling the skies above the city’s beaches…
Criminals Exploit Drones to Smuggle Illegal Cigarettes Across Europe
Criminals are increasingly turning to drones to smuggle and distribute illegal cigarettes across Europe, evoking new challenges for law enforcement and the drone industry. A recent report by consulting firm KPMG, commissioned by Philip Morris International, reveals that tobacco smugglers…
MIT Unveils Revolutionary Drone Algorithm to Master Stormy Skies
MIT researchers have developed a groundbreaking machine-learning algorithm that empowers unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to outmaneuver storms and adapt to unpredictable wind gusts mid-flight. Published yesterday, by MIT News, this innovation promises to enhance drone performance in challenging weather, offering…
Why you don´t need a DJI Matrice 400, but still you are going to buy one
The Monster has landed! DJI has just unleashed what can only be described as the ultimate enterprise drone flex: the DJI Matrice 400. Released on June 10, 2025, this isn’t your typical consumer quadcopter that struggles with a light breeze.…
Russian AI-Powered Drone Packed with NVIDIA, Sony Tech Exposed by Ukraine
Ukrainian intelligence has uncovered that Russia’s new V2U kamikaze drone, equipped with advanced AI targeting, leans heavily on foreign components, raising concerns about dual-use technology in military applications. A detailed report from Ukraine’s Main Directorate of Intelligence (GUR) reveals the…