DJI Mini SE vs DJI Mini 2: 3 Key Differences
Back in 2019, DJI released their first drone under 250g, following by the second-generation MINI 2 in 2020 and now they released the third version of their smallest drone named MINI SE. This new ultra-light drone is positioned between the Mini 1 and Mini 2. Despite that many hoped for an obstacle avoidance system, this feature remains available only...
HGLRC Rekon 6 HD: Ultra-light long-range GPS FPV drone
A few months ago, HGLRC contacted me regarding the possibility tor review their upcoming Rekon 6 HD long-range drone. At that time I didn't own a compatible DJI FPV Goggles V2 so I turned down their offer respectfully. In addition to Caddx Nebula Nano camera, it can be equipped with a GoPro, SMO 4K, or Insta360 GO 2 camera.
The...
AxisFlying AirForce PRO-X8: Powerful 2.5″ CineWhoop
AxisFlying just released their first drone, an 8 motor CineWhoop. The AirForce PRO-X8 looks like two drones glued one to each other. This approach provides impressive lifting power for a 2.5" drone, but it has a weight too. Without a battery weighs more than 250 grams. The specs are nothing mention about some kind of fail-safe redundancy, I mean...
BetaFPV HX115 SE Toothpick: Lighter & Faster!
The second generation of BetaFPV HX115 SE has about half the weight of its predecessor (39g vs 75g). Toothpick-style drones are super-light, but powerful FPV drones meant for serious acro outside, in limited spaces, where larger drones would be clumsy.
It is slightly smaller with a wheelbase of just 115mm than the recently reviewed HGLRC Petrel 120X. It also has...
C-Fly OBTAIN 2 features and specs
C-Fly has two main product lines, Faith and Obtain. Both share similar features but a different design. Apparently, the biggest upgrade of the second-generation C-Fly OBTAIN 2 is the DJI-like QuickShot create modes. In addition to the Rocket, Dronie, Helix, Circle, and Boomerang also features Follow me and Flight route intelligent flight modes.
In terms of flight performance, the OBTAIN...
HGLRC Petrel 75 Whoop FPV combo kit
HGLRC's new micro Whoop is sold in 3 package options (RTF FPV combo kit, BNF, and PNP), and it is available with 2 power versions (1S/2S). The HGLRC Petrel 75 is a direct rival of the popular BetaFPV Cetus.
The Petrel 75 Whoop is an excellent indoor learn-to-fly micro FPV drone. Thanks to the duct blade guards, it is very...
iFlight ProTek25 Pusher HD Digital FPV drone
iFlight's popular ProTek lineup gets a new member, this time with inverted motors. For now, the iFlight ProTek25 Pusher was announced only in digital edition with Caddx Nebula Nano camera and Caddx Vista VTX. Natively it is compatible with DJI FPV transmitter, but you can order it as well in a handle with FrSky or FlySky compatible radio receiver.
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RunCam MIPI HD digital FPV camera
Today, RunCam shared a teaser about their upcoming HD digital camera without mentioning that if RunCam MIPI is compatible with DJI/Caddx VTX or with the Fatshark Sharkbyte.
The RunCam MIPI-120 measures 19*19*17mm and weighs almost 7 grams. It can be purchased in a bundle with a standard MIPI digital 26P cable for $41.99.
By default, it comes with 1280*720@60fps mode (32ms...
HITORQUE Eagle ONE: 6K drone w/ obstacle avoidance
The HITORQUE Eagle ONE looks like any regular drone but with multiple front cameras. It has a 2-axis gimbal 4K camera under the nose and 3 more built-in optics in the nose. According to the advertised specs, it can detect objects in front of 8 meters and avoid collisions.
Being powered by a 3cell 3400mAh battery can stay in the...
DJI Mini SE: True upgrade or just a facelift?
A few days ago, Walmart leaked some pictures of the upcoming DJI MINI SE drone. Usually, in the case of drones, 'SE' comes from Second Edition or Speed Edition. Let's find out if it is about a true upgrade or just a facelift.
Beyond that new transmitter and propellers, the DJI Mini SE appears identical to the first generation Mavic...
iFlight 1S micro FPV racing quad
iFlight is about to release a new micro-class FPV quadcopter that weighs just 26 grams (without battery). The iFlight 1S is built on a 63mm size carbon fiber frame. Its tiny 20000kV brushless motors are matched with 1.4-inch 3-leaf propellers.
Between the bottom and top plate is a highly integrated all-in-one flight controller. The SucceX F4 1S comes with a...