BetaFPV ExpressLRS review: High Performance drone Radio Link
Starting with July 2021, BetaFPV introduced a new product line based on LoRa powered ExpressLRS radio communication. Their offer ranges from radio receivers and transmitters to flight controllers. You can opt from 2.4GHz, 915 MHZ, or 868 MHz systems according to your needs and RF local regulations. While 900MHz systems allow longer-range and better penetration (for Bando - flying...
Zhiyun Weebill 2 review: Powerhouse gimbal for smooth videos
The Weebill 2 is Zhiyun's newest camera stabilization system with a distinguished design and a flip-out color LCD. With 3.3Kg (7.3 lbs) payload, it is suitable for full-frame Mirrorless cameras and DSLR cameras. In addition to 3-axis stabilization, the Weebill 2 gimbal connects to a wide range of cinema cameras and allows varying degrees of control, from start/stop recording...
Nazgul Evoque F5: FPV drone with a new design approach
iFlight just announced another 5" FPV drone with an impressive design that includes cool LED lights and an injection-molded body. The Nazgul Evoque F5 is available with two power options (4S and 6S) and analog or FPV digital FPV. The frame structure is available with Squashed-X (F5X) or DeadCat (F5D) arm layout.
The digital iFlight Nazgul Evoque F5 comes equipped...
Insta360 GO 2 Review: Still tiny, but more versatile
The Insta360 GO 2 is a tiny camera that you can mount on almost any size of FPV drone, allowing you to capture high-quality stabilized videos. Insta360 wanted to provide a super-light wearable clip-on camera that allows capturing your every day's best moments with the original GO. It fits into your pocket just like your AirPods. Combined with the...
GEPRC SMART 35 HD: Sub250g class FPV drone
The GEPRC SMART 35 HD is a 3.5-inch 250-gram class drone with 5"-like performance. The ultra-light 155mm toothpick style frame has 4mm arms and a bottom plate. Extra durability is provided by four (2x front and 2x rear) arm bracers. The powerful GR1404-3850KV motors are equipped with EMAX 3.5x2.8x3 propellers.
In the center frame are found the main components. The...
Happymodel Crux3NLR: Long-Range GPS ExpressLRS FPV drone
Like the BetaFPV HX115 LR, the Happymodel Crux3NLR also comes equipped with a built-in SPI ExpressLRS 2.4GHz receiver. This new radio communication has become extremely popular due to its excellent stability and low latency.
On top of the 115mm, carbon fiber frame has a 18650 battery bay. According to Happymodel, you can have up to 17 minutes of crossing time...
Eachine E008 Mini: Cheap drone with obstacle avoidance
For only $20.99, the Eachine E008 Mini is a fun toy for every newbie who wants to start playing with drones. It comes with multiple speed rates, caged blade guards, and a five-direction infrared obstacle avoidance system (bottom, front, rear, left, and right sensors).
The E008 Mini is powered by a 3.7V/300mAh Lipo battery. According to Eachine, the flight...
HGLRC Ares DS400 Drone Soccer: The New e-SPORT!
HGLRC, my favorite FPV drone brand just announced their first quadcopter designed for drone soccer. HGLRC Ares DS400 is available in two versions, one for FPV Drone Soccer with GPS, Zeus nano 350mW VTX, and Caddx Ant ECO camera, and a second one for LoS Drone Soccer without FPV rig. Both variants are available with 4S and 6S power...
HGLRC Veyron30CR & 25CR (analogdigital FPV)
Following the great success of the Veyron3, HGLRC brings on the market two upgraded versions named Veyron30CR and Veyron25CR. While the 30CR has a wheelbase of 120mm and 2.5" propellers, the bigger 30CR has a 140mm wheelbase and 3" prollers. For improved impact resistance, the corners of the duct protectors are foam-padded. Both size options are available in 3...
LDARC EX8 transmitter: S-FHSS D16EU & D16 Non EU
The LDARC EX8 transmitter adopts a similar game-pad style design as the popular Jumper T-Lite. As its name says, it can be configured with up to 8 channels and supports FrSky S-FHSS D16EU and D16 Non-EU radio receivers.
In addition to the two joysticks, on the front panel, it has a 128x64 status LCD and a cool RGB dial button....