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Amazon

Army Launches “Drone Amazon” for Soldiers: Civvy Tech Hits Front Lines!

Attention, drone pilots! Ever waited weeks for that shiny new gimbal or battery? Now imagine if Uncle Sam needed your Mavic for an army mission

Rafael SuárezAug 12

DJI

DJI Osmo 360 vs Insta360 X5 Comparison

Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. So, in today’s video, we’re going to be comparing the new DJI Osmo 360 against the Insta360 X5. Now, this is not going to be an overly technical video. I don’t want to come across like I’m a 360 expert, because I’m definitely not. When it comes…

Haye KestelooAug 12

FPV

ANALOG in 2025? iFlight Skyviz FPV Goggles: NOT What I Expected!

So recently, iFlight came out with the SkyViz goggles. Analog goggles for FPV pilots, and in 2025, coming out with analog goggles seems interesting. When they asked me whether I wanted to review them, I had to say yes. Because not only is it something new, but it’s actually something very old. It’s new for…

Mihail SvilenovAug 11

Reviews

Boya Magic – Transforming Wireless Mic

Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. So in today’s video, I have the Boya Magic microphone system for you. I know I’ve done quite a few microphones over the last couple of weeks, but this one is actually really interesting. This is a transformable wireless microphone system that can be used in many…

Shawn Air PhotographyAug 11

DJI

Part 108 NPRM, Update on Drone Collision in TX, and Major Leaks on DJI Mini 5 Pro

Welcome to Your Weekly UAS News Update. We have three stories for you this week. The FAA has finally unveiled its proposed rule for beyond visual line of sight operations. Also, we have an update on a story about a drone collision in Kerrville, Texas. And lastly, we have some major leaks on the DJI…

Greg ReverdiauAug 8

DJI's 'Game of Drones.' How culture clashes are breaking up the drone maker from the inside out

Skydio

DJI Drone Ban Looms: Chinese Manufacturer Battles US Security Scrutiny and Lobbying Hurdles

DJI Technologies, the dominant player in the US commercial drone market, faces a potential ban on its products by year’s end unless it clears national security audits, but the drone maker says that its attempts to engage Washington officials are met with silence, reports Bloomberg. Security Audits and Regulatory Deadline Congress included a provision in…

Haye KestelooAug 7

DJI

DJI Osmo 360 vs. Action 5 Pro Video and Feature Comparison – Which One Is Right For You?

Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. DJI has just launched its first 360 camera, the DJI Osmo 360. You might be wondering whether to add it to your kit as a complementary camera or if you’re buying your first action camera and deciding between the Action 5 Pro and the new Osmo 360.…

Shawn Air PhotographyAug 4

DJI

SkyRover X1 Drone Review – Why YOU Should Buy it NOW!

This is the SkyRover X1 compact GPS drone, boasting 4K 60fps video recording and 48-megapixel image capture. It offers an advertised flight time of 32 minutes and a signal range of up to 15 km. With its regulation-friendly design, vibrant color, and high-quality camera, it closely resembles the DJI Mini 4 Pro—but with some unique…

Russ 51 DronesAug 4

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