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After Caddx, RunCam also started a cooperation with DJI in order to manufacture digital cameras and FPV transmitters. The RunCam Link Phoenix is advertised with 32ms latency at 1280*720@60fps. Many pro FPV pilots wished to have 20ms at 120fps. It looks like DJI does not let their partners use their technology at best performance. The RunCam Link VTX module measures...

Flywoo's new CineRace20 is inspired by Free Zillio's RaceWhoop design, but instead of 3D-printed ducts uses ABS-PC material. The CineRace20 has two camera options. While the 'Pro' comes equipped with Caddx Baby Ratel 2 camera, the standard version with Caddx Ant. The CineRace can fly as flexible as a racing drone, and as stable as CineWhoop. Pilots can quietly enjoy...

Autel Robotics' new Nano series comes with two camera options. While the 'basic' (non +) edition is equipped with a 1/2" 48MP CMOS sensor, the advanced Nano+ version has a larger 1/1.28" 50MP sensor. Both drones weigh less than 250 grams, which makes them super portable and legally to fly in most countries without any registration. These mini-drones have a...

MOZA, an expert in image stabilization systems just announced the launch of the World's First Auto-sense Smartphone Gimbal - MOZA Mini MX2, the most intelligent stabilizer for phone filmmakers. The Gudsen MOZA Mini MX2 gimbal is an evolutionary upgrade that features a new set of gimbal technologies of the previous model - MOZA Mini MX. The MOZA Mini MX2 introduces the...

Shortly after I published my Zino Mini Pro review, I crash it. Now, the drone is on my workbench with one broken arm, damaged gimbal support, and cracked bottom shell. The battery in the drone was also damaged, despite that, it fell from about only 4 meters on soft ground. In my opinion, it was a hardware failure but...

These days, 3D printers are used in various applications, from education and prototyping to advanced things like bioprinting organs. In the drone hobby, many DIY enthusiasts started to print their spare parts and accessories for long time ago. Lately, Free Zillion, founder of RaceWhoop Facebook group, designed a ducted drone that is almost entirely 3D printed. The concept became...

The Caddx Peanut camera was developed in partnership with Insta360. In a nutshell, the Caddx Peanut is an Insta360 Go 2 in a different case. Weighing just 27 grams it can be installed on small and ultra-small FPV drones. In addition to the built-in WiFI and Bluetooth connectivity, the Caddx Peanut can be controlled (start/stop video recording) via a UART...

The Best 3 was ZLL's first drone with an obstacle avoidance system. The new 'Plus' edition comes with an upgraded communication system. While the fourth-generation Beast drone had only 800 meters range, the SG906 MAX1 has 3000 meters. In terms of design, there is no big change, the Beast 3+ looks almost exactly like the reviewed SG906 Pro 2. With...

The third generation of FIMI X8 SE 2022 comes with some significant upgrades and a higher price as well. Xiaomi replaced the 1/2.6" CMOS sensor with a larger 1/2" one that provides better low-light sensitivity.  In terms of design, all the X8 SE family models look the same. With folded arms measures 204 x 106 x 72.6mm and weighs 765...

HGLRC's largest and most versatile long-range FPV drone, the Rekon 7 PRO was just announced. While the analog edition is equipped with Caddx Ratel 2 camera and Zeus 5.8GHz 800mW VTX, the HD digital version with Caddix Air Unit and Polar camera. Both variants feature the same Zeus F722 fight controller and powerful Zeus 48A BL_S 3-6S 4in1 ESC...