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DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Review: A Filmmaker’s Perspective
In this long-term review, filmmaker Philip Bloom shares his experience with the DJI Osmo Pocket 3, a highly anticipated camera released in 2023.
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Specta Air Drone: A Compelling Alternative to DJI’s Air 3
Jack from Half Chrome takes an in-depth look at the Specta Air drone, a compelling alternative to DJI's popular Air 3 model. With nearly identical
DJI
DJI Needs to Copy Apple Vision Pro for FPV Drone Flying
I wanted to directly compare Apple Vision Pro, this super expensive VR headset, to what DJI makes to fly their drones to kind of see what technology
DJI
The 5 MUST-HAVE Drone Shots You NEED
There are five types of shots that you really need to capture with a drone. The first kind of shot I always capture with a drone is establishing shots.
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DJI Teases Upcoming April 11th Drone Launch, Likely DJI Avata 2
DJI, the world's leading drone manufacturer, sent out an announcement hinting at release of a new drone on April 11th at 9 a.m. EST. DJI Avata 2?
United Kingdom
UK’s Watchkeeper Drones Deemed a “Disaster” Compared to Israel’s Hermes 450
The UK’s fleet of Watchkeeper drones, based on Israel’s successful Hermes 450, has been deemed an “unmitigated disaster” by critics due to extensive modifications, crashes, and inability to operate in poor weather conditions. Despite costing £1.4 billion for 54 drones, none are currently on operational deployments, reports The Times Hermes 450: The “Best Drone in…
China
China’s Low-Altitude Economy Soars with Minimal Government Interference
China has given the go-ahead for increased activity by drones and other aerial vehicles, triggering enthusiasm for the vast potential offered by the technology seen as crucial for boosting the country’s rapidly growing “low-altitude economy”. The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has promised to improve support services and refine the airworthiness certification system to…
DJI
HoverAir X1 Definitive Review: Tool, Toy, or Trash?
There are many influencer and sponsored reviews of HoverAir X1 drone. This is not one of them. I'm telling you what's awesome about this drone
Police
Robotic Police Dog Shot, Credited with Preventing Bloodshed
In Massachusetts, a robotic police dog named Roscoe played a crucial role in apprehending an armed suspect while potentially saving human lives.
DJI
Randall Warnas: The Man Behind Anzu Robotics?
Randall Warnass' announcement, which features a distinct green stripe, sparked speculation about his potential role in Anzu Robotics.
India
Drogo Drones Empowers Rural Women through Namo Drone Didi Initiative
Drone Innovator Delivers Advanced Drones and Training to Women in India In a remarkable display of commitment to empowering rural communities, Drogo Drones, continues to make strides through its involvement in the Namo Drone Didi initiative. On Monday, the company reportedly showcased its dedication by delivering advanced drones to Namo Drone Didis and participated in…
DJI
Summit Police Department Launches Drone Program to Enhance Public Safety
The Summit Police Department in New Jersey has announced the launch of a new drone program aimed at bolstering its law enforcement and public safety operations, reports Union News Daily. The department has acquired a DJI Matrice 30 drone equipped with a high-resolution camera and thermal imaging capabilities, which will be utilized in various scenarios,…
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FBI Establishes “No Drone Zone” in Wake of Baltimore Bridge Collapse
Following the tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, the FBI has announced the establishment of a “no drone zone” in and around the affected area of the city’s Port. The bridge collapsed early Tuesday morning after a massive cargo ship struck one of its support pillars, sending the steel truss into…
Police
Drone Photographer’s Beach Outing Turns into Life-Saving Rescue Mission
Quick Thinking and Drone Skills Help Locate Capsized Kayaker In a remarkable turn of events, a drone photographer’s casual beach outing with his dogs transformed into a life-saving rescue mission. Mike Busch, the photographer behind Great South Bay Images, initially set out to capture some seals with his drone at Moriches Inlet. However, his plans…
Department of Transportation
Robot Coyote Deployed to Prevent Bird Strikes at Alaska Airport
In an effort to enhance safety and reduce the risk of bird strikes, the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has introduced a new robot named Aurora to patrol the Fairbanks airport. The robot, roughly the size of a Labrador and designed to resemble a coyote, is reportedly tasked with scaring away birds and…
Ukraine
Ukraine’s Drone Strikes on Russia Continue Despite US Dissent
Zelenskiy Defends Attacks as Retaliation, Urges More US Aid In an interview with the Washington Post’s David Ignatius, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy vowed to continue targeting Russian oil refineries with domestically-made drones, despite the United States’ disapproval of the campaign. The strikes, which have slashed fuel production at more than a dozen facilities over the…
DJI
Do you realize how good the DJI Mini 4 Pro is?
Okay, so the other week I was heading out for a long day of flying and inside of my backpack I had my Mavic 3 Pro, the RC Pro, and seven total batteries amongst plenty of other camera gear. I actually made a “what’s in my bag” video the other week because this whole kit…
China
Taiwan Races to Catch Up with China’s Military Drone Capabilities
As tensions between Taiwan and mainland China continue to rise, the island’s defense ministry has unveiled ambitious plans to bolster its combat drone capabilities. However, observers warn that Taiwan is at least five years behind its mainland counterpart in utilizing this technology. The ministry’s strategy includes acquiring locally produced and US-made drones, as well as…
Airbus
Near-Miss Incident Raises Concerns Over Drone Safety
British Airways Flight Narrowly Avoids Collision with Drone at 10,000 Feet A British Airways flight carrying around 180 passengers recently experienced a close call with a drone while approaching London Heathrow Airport. The incident, which occurred on January 3, has raised serious concerns about the dangers posed by illegally operated drones to commercial aviation, as…
United States
Lost Pet Recovery Takes Flight with Thermal Drones
In a heartwarming development, a Louisiana-based business is using thermal drones to reunite lost pets with their owners. Brett Delcambre, founder of Southern Drone Recovery, has expanded his services beyond helping hunters locate deer to now assisting in the search for missing pets, reports WAFB9. A Passion for Helping People and Their Furry Family Members…
Bell
Two Men Arrested for Attempting to Smuggle Drugs into Prison with Drone
In a brazen attempt to smuggle contraband into a West Tennessee prison, two men were apprehended by the Bells Police Department on Wednesday night. The suspects were caught with a drone and a variety of illegal items, including fentanyl pills, tobacco, and marijuana, according to authorities, reports Action News 5. Suspects Arrested After Traffic Stop…
DJI
Weekly UAS News Update: DJI Dock 2,
Welcome to your weekly UAS News Update. This week we have three stories for you: the DJI Dock 2 that was finally released (we talked about this in the last couple weeks), Helios getting approval to do a drone swarm, and lastly, DroneUp announces a new delivery system. So let’s get to it. DJI Dock…
Georgia
Drone Shop Owner Arrested in Largest Georgia Prison Contraband Operation
Drone shop owner & employee arrested in GA's largest prison contraband smuggling operation. Authorities say they used drones to drop drugs
China
Daring Drone Mission Captures Rare Glimpse into North Korea
Reddit user XiaoHao2 has recently shared the results of a risky drone mission that provided a rare look into the secretive nation of North Korea.
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