Autel Robotics X-Star Premium quadcopter
I'm probably the only one who thinks this X-Star Premium from Autel Robotics looks like a rebranded Phantom quadcopter. In my opinion it has very similar features and specs with the PH3 4K model.
For sure, adding a small status LCD screen to the X-Star's transmitter was a great idea. The dedicated take-off/land button is another useful feature of the remote controller.
In order to allow...
ZHIYUN CRANE-M2 S Good-Design Awards Prizewinning
In the 72nd Edition of the GOOD DESIGN® Awards, the ZHIYUN CRANE-M2 S won in the electronics category from among approximately 4,000 shortlisted entries from 52 countries. The entries were judged by a board of independent, international jurors, with awards given to products determined to have achieved the greatest design quality and innovation.
GOOD DESIGN is the world’s oldest and...
Hottest 11.11 drone deals (November 2019)
The countdown for 11.11 drone sales has officially started. In the coming days, we expect to see noteworthy drone deals from Banggood and other Chinese online stores. Double 11 is probably the world’s second most expected day for shopping enthusiasts, of course, after Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
We’ll give you a bit of info about each drone we highlight...
Eachine E014 Windmill: Super safe drone for kids
Eachine E01x series gets another upgrade. The E014 Windmill comes with competently new design and lots of cool features. Let's the discover why is this drone suitable for kids.
If your children are just past six, I would seriously recommend you getting a small sized kid friendly drone. Not just because they are affordable, but also because mini drones can’t produce them...
GEELANG LIGO78X PRO+: 2″ CineWhoop w/ Caddx Polar Vista
GEELANG's new LIGO78X PRO+ CineWhoop style FPV drone comes equipped with Caddx Polar Vista HD digital video transmission system and an F4 AIO flight controller with integrated 12A ESC. Despite its small size, it can carry a Naked GoPro, SMO 4K, or Firely X Lite camera.
The GEELANG LIGO78X PRO quadcopter is natively compatible with the DJI FPV transmitter. If...
Calibrating the VISUO XS809HW: Step by step guide
Based on my experience, after a few crashes, drones start to fly abnormally even if there are no visible damage. Performing gyro-calibration can solve sideward flying or other flight disorders of your VISUO XS809HW.
Lately, I have received many emails regarding how to calibrate the VISUO XS809HW drone, so I thought it would be helpful to make a step-by-step tutorial...
X46G-4K burshless GPS drone for less than $150
Like the VISUO ZEN K1, this new X46G-4K also features pseudo 4K camera which means that the drone is capable to take only photos with 4K resolution. Videos will be recorded with 1920 x 1080 pixels. Under the belly of the quad there is a second 720P camera which serves as optical flow positioning.
According to the advertised specs, the...
K911 Max drone with obstacle avoidance under $100
The K911 Max drone is the first drone under $100 with an obstacle avoidance system. Its main camera is capable of recording 4K videos and taking 8K photos. The camera has an 'H' letter on it, which is for sure not from Hasselblad.
With folded arms, the K911 Max drone measures 15.5*9*8cm and weighs 225grams. It comes with four 1503...
Elegoo Neptune 3 MAX Large Scale 3D printer
The Neptune 3 MAX is Elegoo’s largest 3D printer and one of the most competitively priced large-size consumer FDM printers currently on the market. It features a 420x420x500 build volume, dual-gear direct drive extruder, 63-point auto-bed levelling, and PEI magnetic platform. The dream FDM printer of any hobbyist for under $500.
The Elegoo N3 MAX comes in the Neptune 3...
FQ777 126C pocket hexa-copter
I own a couple of pocket multi-rotors like this FQ777 126C Spider and frankly, I love them all. I find it very practical that you can store and carry the aircraft inside the remote controller. The transmitter is small enough to fit inside of a larger pocket so you can take with you everywhere and anytime your favorite RC...
AuroraRC DEMON: Little devil on the sky
The AuroraRC DEMON features CineWhoop style design with devil-like canopy. For good impact resistance, the 100mm size carbon fiber frame comes with a sponge protection ring. Its onboard FPV camera is also well protected by a 3D printed lens-hood. Adopting CADDX Vista HD digital video transmission system, it can be used with DJI FPV goggles.
The lifting power is generated...