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Like many awesome gadgets, the ZHIYUN SMOOTH-Q2 also started on Kickstarter. While the project goal was set to $100050, they managed to raise more than $300k from about 2300 backers - and the numbers are growing hour by hour. SMOOTH Q2 promises not just to be one of the smallest phone gimbal, but also the most easy to use....

Surely, the biggest upgrade of the JJRC X9P compared to its predecessor is the 4K camera and optical flow positioning. The "Pro" version has 4096 X 3072 photo and 1920 X 1080 video resolution. The 4K camera is mounted on a 2-axis gimbal to allow super smooth footage. The camera’s FPV range is around 800 meters, close to the...

While many racing quad manufactures already gave up to the Whoop protectors, LDARC just announced two new FPV drones which adopts ducted design. While the LDARC ET75 has 74mm wheelbase and it is powered by 3S LIPO batteries, the larger KingKong ET85 has 87.6mm wheelbase and it is 4S compatible. Both versions are available with two type of cameras. While...

Shorty after we published the article the about the new MegaBee HD Mini-E, we got an comment that the iFlight DC3 HD SucceX Mini-E also features DJI's FPV Air unit. Unfortunately, its price is spicy too. I don't know how many of you are interested to invest more than $US1000 into a complete digital FPV system. Practically, the DC3 HD...

The iFlight MegaBee HD SucceX Mini-E is probably one of the first ready to fly drone which features DJI's professional grade digital FPV system. Of course this top-end hardware has its own price. The PNP version of the MegaBee HD Whoop with DJI Air unit is advertised for $400. FPV quadcopters have been on the rise for the last few...

Like most CineWhoops, the Geprc CineKing 4K also features dual-power options and Caddx Tarsier 4K camera. While the 2S edition has GR1103 8000KV motors, the 4S version GR1105 5000KV motors. According to GepRC, thanks to the brushless motors the CineKing 4K is capable to record super-smooth jello free videos. The versatile STABLE F411 flight controller comes with pre-tuned PIDs settings....

As its name says, the HGLRC Parrot120 Pro is a Toothpick style 120mm FPV racing machine. HGLRC puts the most high-end race spec components on the Parrot120 Pro. It comes with versatile F4 flight controller, powerful 6000KV motors and high-quality Caddx Turbo Eos2 camera. The Parrot120 Pro Toothpick is small enough to fly through your house or car park, but...

As lately I received for review only drone accessories, I was happy to finally get a new drone to play with it. Even if, due to its brushed motors and compact size, the EACHINE EG16 WINGGOD could be considered just a toy drone, it comes with plenty of high-end features. In addition to the precise GPS positioning system it...

Diatone's new GT-Marauder 515 drone claims to provide up to 10 minutes of flight time with a fully charged 800mAh LiPo. This awesome autonomy is obtained by the ultra-efficient power system and lightweight air-frame (170 grams). For an incredible first person view experience, Diatone selected the parts of the FPV system from the biggest brands on the market. As camera,...

Like most professional grade racing drones, the iFlight Cidora SL5 will be available in two power options. While the 6S edition has XING CAMO X2306 1700KV motors, the "lighter" 4S version is equipped with X2306 2450KV motors. Both versions have same solid 215mm size carbon fiber frame and versatile SucceXF7 TwinG flight tower. Being designed for long range FPV flights,...