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In a dramatic rescue captured on video, a drone lifted a man to safety from a flooded rooftop in southwestern China, showcasing the life-saving potential of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The operation, reported by The New York Times, occurred in Guangxi Province, where rising floodwaters had trapped the man, underscoring how drones can adapt to…
Wingtra, a Swiss-based innovator in the drone industry, has ignited excitement among drone professionals and recreational pilots with a cryptic X post hinting at a transformative product reveal on July 10, 2025. The teaser, shared by the company’s official account @Wingtra, declares: “What we’re about to share with you isn’t just another product launch. It’s…
Yo, DroneXL crew! Buckle up, because China’s just dropped a bombshell—literally. According to Taiwan News, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA)
Ukraine’s ready to rule the skies with a massive drone buy! The Ministry of Defense is set to purchase thousands of DJI Mavic 3 and Autel
Drones are no longer just for epic aerial shots or helping your neighbor's lost guinea pig. They’re revolutionizing agriculture, and the latest buzz
DJI has launched the DJI FlyCart 100 (FC100), marking a significant leap in heavy-lift cargo drone technology. Unveiled today, this flagship drone boasts an 80-kilogram (176-pound) payload capacity, targeting industrial, emergency, and logistical applications. Designed to operate in demanding environments, the FC100 promises to reshape cargo transportation with its advanced features, as announced
Drone enthusiasts have a reason to get excited as DJI prepares to launch the DJI Power 2000 and Power 1000 V2 portable power stations. Leaked images shared with DroneXL reveal these upcoming models, promising significant upgrades for professionals and recreational users alike. With the current DJI Power 1000 already setting a high standard, these new…
Drone fans, hold onto your controllers! France just unleashed a weapon that’s blasting drones out of the sky: The Rapidfire Land, built by Thales
Imagine some drones slicing through the clouds to drop a life-saving blood transfusion at a remote clinic. That’s happening right now in India
In Sonoma County, California, residents like Nichola Schmitz face hefty fines—$25,000 paid and $10,000 more pending—after county drones with high-powered cameras scoured their properties without warrants. A new lawsuit from the ACLU of Northern California alleges that Permit Sonoma’s drone program, which has flown over 700 missions and captured 5,600 images, violates privacy rights by…
Glaciers: Imagine a fleet of DJI Mavic drones slicing through the crisp Norwegian air, weaving between jagged peaks and glistening ice to unlock the secrets of a warming
The U.S. humanoid robot sector, poised for growth, risks repeating the drone industry’s missteps, where Chinese manufacturers like DJI captured the market with low-cost, user-friendly products. As companies like Agility Robotics and Apptronik advance their robots for factory and warehouse use, experts warn that without strategic protections, Chinese subsidies and data-driven AI could dominate this
On June 25, 2025, U.S. Army soldiers at Grafenwoehr Training Area in Germany successfully dropped live M67 grenades from a Skydio X10D drone, marking a significant advancement in integrating small unmanned aerial systems (UAS) into battlefield tactics. The test, conducted by the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment of the Tennessee Army National Guard, demonstrated the potential…
Oh no, that’s not a good place to be, my friend. So, this is the DJI Mavic 4 Pro, and this is the Gauntlet. The Gauntlet has four stages. First, the tree tunnel tests its ability to stay in the tunnel. After that, we’ve got a transitional phase. This one seems easy but has brought…
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. I’m out flying my DJI Mavic 4 and thought I’d share my updated thoughts on the DJI RC2 Pro. I’ve already made several videos, including a full review of the RC2 Pro and details in my initial Mavic 4 Pro review, but I wanted to revisit my…
New York City is poised to bolster its airspace security with a cutting-edge drone defense system. The NYPD is in discussions with Maryland-based American Robotics to deploy the Iron Drone Raider System, a technology designed to detect, track, and intercept rogue drones using net-firing drones, enhancing public safety at large events like parades. New York…
Freewell sent me their ND filters and polarizing ND filters for the Mavic 4. Before diving into a brief review of these fantastic products, I want to explain why ND filters are essential, particularly split-strength ND filters for drones with multiple cameras like the Mavic 4. First, note that Freewell provided these filters for me…
In a breathtaking display of drone technology, DJI’s Mavic 4 Pro has captured a continuous aerial journey from the North Col Glacier to the summit of Mount Everest, reaching 29,032 feet (8,849 meters). Shared on DJI’s official YouTube channel, this video showcases the drone’s ability to navigate extreme altitudes and harsh conditions, offering drone enthusiasts…
If you’re wondering which drone to buy in 2025, you’re in the right place. Today, we’ll explore DJI’s drone lineup to help you find the best drone for
Make. Art. Now. has uncovered a hidden feature in the DJI Mavic 4 Pro: Dual Gain ISO Fusion, achieving 17.7 stops of dynamic range in D-Log M. This unadvertised technology, found through extensive testing, blends two sensor readouts for superior highlight recovery and low-noise shadows, surpassing standard HDR methods. After watching their video below, it…
Drones are everywhere, and not all of them are friendly. Some are threats, and the U.S. Army’s got a new way to zap them out of the sky. At Fort
Enter the Somerset Police Department and their trusty Dji Mavic 3 drone swamp flyer, which, let me tell you, deserves a cape for what it pulled off.
Led by assistant professors Taeyeong Choi and Yan Fang, this AI-powered drones system is like a bouncer for peanut fields. With a $25,000 grant
The European Union is sounding the alarm on a potential Russian military threat, urging member states to prepare for large-scale drone production to bolster defenses. EU Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius emphasized the need for millions of drones to match Russia’s growing unmanned arsenal, citing lessons from Ukraine’s battlefield innovations. Sky News reported that this call…
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