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Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. Today, I’m excited to share a new drone entering the market: the SkyRover X1. The sub-250 g drone market is flooded with options, and I usually steer clear because many are lackluster and underperform. However, the Sky Rover X1 is an exception. Initially, I was hesitant when…
The United States government is conducting a security investigation into DJI and Autel drones to assess whether their import or use poses a threat to national security. The outcome of this investigation seems predictable—it will likely align with the government’s objectives. Here’s what this means for the drone industry in the United States. I’m Russ,…
Congress passed the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 last December, setting a December 23, 2025, deadline for a national security agency to assess risks posed by Chinese-manufactured drones. With less than six months remaining, DJI has intensified its push for a transparent and thorough evaluation, arguing that a rushed or incomplete process…
The US Commerce Department has initiated investigations into imports of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and their components, potentially leading to new tariffs under national security provisions. This move, announced on July 1, aligns with President Donald Trump’s broader tariff strategy and could impact drone availability and costs for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Scope of the…
DJI Agriculture dropped a mysterious teaser today, promising a reveal on July 15, 2025, at 20:00 GMT+8 that could push agricultural drone capabilities further with the tagline “Get More Done.” The image, shared on the company’s official X account, showcases a silhouetted device suggesting upgrades in capacity and efficiency for precision farming tasks. Decoding the…
Lately, I’ve been using the DJI Power 2000, and it’s been exceptional at keeping my batteries charged, powering my Starlink, running my laptop
In 2024, DJI introduced its first two power stations, the Power 500 and Power 1000, which proved highly successful, with demand still strong. Building on this, DJI has gone all-in on portable power. Today, I’m excited to showcase the DJI Power 2000. Instead of a standard review listing specs, I used the Power 2000 for…
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…
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