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O4 Air Unit Pro vs O3 Air Unit – Upgrade or Stay

DJI O4 Pro VS DJI O3
In my O4 Air Unit Pro review, I already provided a summary comparison between these two DJI digital FPV systems. To make things clearer and help decide if the upgrade is worth it, I put together this more detailed article. The O3 Air Unit was released on August 9, 2023, and the O4 Air Unit series on January 9, 2025....

Flying into 2025: New Year Wishes and Exciting Goals from FirstQuadcopter!

As the calendar flips to 2025, we want to take a moment to thank you—our loyal readers, fellow drone enthusiasts, and tech lovers—for making FirstQuadcopter.com one of the most trusted voices in the drone and tech community. Your support, feedback, and passion inspire us daily, and we’re incredibly grateful to have you along for the ride. Looking Back at 2024 This...

Get Ready for the DJI O4 Air Unit: The Next HYPE in FPV

Leaked photo of DJI O4 Pro
After the release of the AVATA 2, DJI is gearing up to revolutionize the world of custom-made FPV (First-Person View) drones once again with the highly anticipated O4 Air Unit (Pro and Lite versions). DIY drone enthusiasts and racers, brace yourselves—this next-generation air unit promises to bring cutting-edge technology and unparalleled performance to the skies. But will it be...

GoPro 13 Black vs Insta360 Ace Pro 2: Two Action Cameras, One Clear Winner?

GoPro 13 Black vs Insta360 Ace Pro 2
Last week, we published an in-depth comparison of the GoPro 13 Black and DJI Action 5 Pro, where we mentioned that Insta360 is about to release a new product that will likely dominate the action camera market. Let's see if the AI-powered 8K recording, large foldable LCD, and Leica lens can beat the well-established GoPro, which has over 20...

GoPro 13 Black vs DJI Action 5 Pro: In-depth comparison guide

Knowing that DJI and GoPro traditionally release their new action cameras in the second half of the year, I sold my existing action camera to buy the best-performing model of 2024. The Hero 13 Black was released on 10 September, and a few days later, on 19 September, the Osmo Action 5 Pro. According to the latest rumors, the...

MEPS SZ1804: FPV motors for 3-3.5″ drones

MEPS SZ1804
The Space SZ1804 are the third MEPS FPV motors reviewed on FirstQuadcopter. While the previous models were for 5" drones, these 1804 are designed specifically for 3-3.5" Cinewhoop drones, which are favored for their compact size, agility, and ability to navigate tight spaces. When it comes to drone performance, especially in the realms of racing, freestyling, and filmmaking, brushless motors...

Zhiyun CINEPEER CX100: Budget ($179) video light for vloggers

Zhiyun CINEPEER CX100
If you're serious about video production or just getting started, you know that good lighting can make or break your content. Today, I’m reviewing the Zhiyun CINEPEER CX100, a powerful but budget-friendly 100W LED video light for anyone looking to elevate their video quality. This LED light is perfect for a range of users, from YouTubers and TikTokkers to professional...

Zhiyun CINEPEER WEEBILL 3E gimbal: Affordable doesn’t mean Cheapie!

Zhiyun CINEPEER WEEBILL 3E gimbal
Zhiyun's new CINEPEER product family is focused on providing affordable gimbals and video lights for hobbyist videographers. In many cases, a low price means lower quality, but not in the case of CINEPEER WEEBILL 3E "Lite", a powerful and performing stabilizer with an attractive design for only $249. For this money, it supports even vertical video (portrait), a must-have...

Insta360 cameras get even better with the new Summer 2024 APP update

The new Insta360 app (mobile and desktop) update brings incredible improvements and 40+ preset movement templates that make editing a breeze. By constantly innovating new ways to edit creative footage, it's no surprise that Insta360 is leading the way in 360º action cameras, making them accessible to beginners and professionals alike. The updates are available for all 360º footage from...

SUNLU Filament Connector: Do you truly need something like this?

SUNLU Filament Connector FC01
SUNLU's new 3D printing accessory, the FC01 Filament Connector, can join various 3D materials (PLA, ABS, PETG, PCL, PA, and PC). But why do you need such a tool? Let's find out from this review! If you are into 3D printing, you probably know how hard it is to throw away a spool with a few meters of leftover filament....