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BetaFPV's new SuperD ELRS 2.4G Diversity Radio Receiver has dual RF receiver chains with two antennas, ensuring longer and more stable flying for FPV drones and other RC flying machines. It is equipped with two T-type antennas, just like the Happymodel EP1. The BetaFPV SuperD ELRS RX module measures 22x14mm and weighs about 1 gram without the antennas. It features...

The BetaFPV Cetus Lite FPV combo kit is an excellent Halloween gift for the younger generation that wants to start with this hobby. It includes all essential parts from drone to FPV goggles for just $119.99. BetaFPV provides two 300mAh 1S batteries in the box, which provides a total of 8-10 minutes of playtime. Those on a tight budget...

Following the tremendous success of the Foxwhoop25, aka Unbreakable FPV drone, Foxeer announced a bigger version named Foxwhoop35, capable of carrying a full-size GoPro. The two CineWhoop frames have identical designs - one is made for 2.5" props and the other for 3.5" ones. The Foxeer Foxwhoop35 frame kit has three main parts: top plate, bottom plate, and 360° Whoop...

FrSky's new TWIN X Lite series is a powerful radio system that simultaneously features dual 2.4G frequencies on the same receiver in TW mode. The TW active-active protocol is different from the general active-standby redundancy solutions. They have two 2.4Ghz internal RF antennas mounted to provide multi-directional and broader coverage for transmitting signals compared to a single antenna design....

Owners around the world of the DJI Air 2S drone have been waiting since May to enjoy the new DJI RC remote controller with an integrated bright FPV display. This wish is finally fulfilled with the latest firmware released on 26 October 2022. In addition to the DJI RC remote controller compatibility, two other new features have been added. The...

On 24 October 2022, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued new guidance on becoming an FAA-recognized community-based organization for recreational drone flying. Under federal law, recreational drone flyers must follow the safety guidelines of an FAA-recognized community-based organization. The organization must develop its safety guidelines in coordination with the FAA, and an applicant may wish to...

Besides the frame and motors, the flight controller (FC) is an essential part of an FPV drone. Flight controllers are the brain of drones, they control the speed of each motor based on the input of various sensors and the pilot's stick movements. BetaFPV has many FCs, including Brushed, Brushless, Standard, AIO, 1S-6S, with/without a built-in receiver, and more....

Since I published my DJI MINI 2 alternatives article, I got tons of questions "Which is the best" or "Which is the cheapest" the new JJRC X25 looks like an incredible drone for its money. With a starting price of just $70.99, it has an excellent folding design, GPS positioning, brushless motors, and an intelligent obstacle avoidance system. Of...

Lumenier AXII HD 2 Patch Visor is a 5.8Ghz antenna system specially designed for DJI FPV Goggles. In addition to the improved range, it customizes your look by choosing the color that matches your style. You can blend in with the sleek Smoke Gray color or stand out with bright colors like Blue, Orange, Green, or White. In a nutshell,...

During my experience with FPV drones, I've learned that filters are crucial when trying to get smooth cinematic footage, but it is important to choose the correct filter and camera settings. Neutral density (ND) and circular polarization (CPL) filters are a must-have in order to capture professional footage with GoPro Hero Black action cameras. The K&F Concept Nano-X filter kit...