DJI FPV Goggles V2 review: Redefine FPV!
Since the announcement of the second generation of DJI FPV goggles, I decided that it is time to get one and make the switch from analog to digital FPV. In my DJI FPV Goggles V2 review, I will discuss the specifications, features, compatibility, comfort in use, and what are the major differences compared to the original V1 goggles and...
Ulanzi DR-01: Drone RGB Anti-Collision Strobe Light
When it comes to night flights, adding extra light to your drone is a must-have. The solution could come from Ulanzi. Their DR-01 drone strobe light is self-powered and easy to install. Furthermore, it can be bright in 3 different colors if you share the flight space with multiple drones.
My first drone light was a camera-type flash strobe. It...
LDARC EX8 review: FrSky transmitter for cheap
Last month, LDARC, formally known as Kingkong, announced their third beginner-oriented drone transmitter named EX8. Being compatible only with Futaba & FrSky receivers, without any future upgrade capability, I think they joined late to the game, as everyone moves to ExpressLRS these days. My LDARC EX8 review covers technical specifications, features, and initial settings.
The LDARC EX8 features 8 channels...
RadioMaster ELRS EP1 & EP2 Nano RX radio receivers
A few months ago, RadioMaster introduced two ExpressLRS-compatible radio receivers with their Zorro transmitter. This review will look more closely at the RadioMaster ELRS EP1 and EP2 Nano RX ELRS radio receivers.
ExpressLRS is a relatively new radio protocol that is focused on range and latency. Regarding remote drone operation, these are the two most important factors besides reliability. Being...
Walksnail WS-M181 GPS: Fast lock, 6 positioning modes
Walksnail entered the FPV world with its AVATAR HD digital FPV transmission, which wanted to offer an affordable alternative to the existing solution. Now, the company started to provide other accessories for FPV enthusiasts, such as GPS modules, VTX antennas, and more. In this review, we will have a closer look at the Walksnail WS-M181 GPS module.
Besides the telemetry...
BetaFPV SuperG Nano TX: First GEMINI ELRS transmitter
Since I built my first ExpressLRS-enabled FPV drone, I converted all existing drones to ELRS due to the excellent range and link stability. BetaFPV's new SuperG Nano TX module is the first GEMINI-compliant transmitter with dual-frequency diversity communication. The module was developed by BetaFPV in cooperation with the ExpressLRS team. It is based on ELRS V3.3 and promises improved...
Hohem iSteady M6: AI powered phone gimbal
The Hohem iSteady M6 ($167) is an AI-powered smartphone gimbal with a built-in fill light for recording dark scenes and a visual tracking module for framing the perfect shot. With the iSteady 7.0 Stabilization algorithm and advanced features, it's the tool for stabilizing your smartphone video and adding trick shots along the way.
Nowadays, smartphones are most people's main video...
AKK X2 review: Super mini VTX with up to 800mW
Since the first FPV drones, VTXs evolved a lot. They became smaller and more powerful. In addition to the compact size and up to 800mW broadcast power, the AKK X2 comes with Smart Audio. This means that you can configure the AKK X2 remotely via your transmitter.
Currently, there are two approaches supported by BetaFlight OSD to control the VTX,...
AKK FX3 Ultimate VTX: Review & Ratings
FX3 Ultimate is AKK's latest 5.8G video transmitter. Compared to the first generation FX3 VTX it has on-board microphone and different type of status indicator. Both versions features up to 600mW adjustable broadcast power.
Lately, AKK Technology became one of the most active player on the VTX market. In addition, they are coming up almost every month with new products...
EACHINE EG16 review, ratings & sample: Best drone under 100?
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...
CNHL LIPO battery review: Black & MiniStar series
Looking for the best LIPO battery for your FPV drone? You should definitively check our CNHL LIPO battery review. We tested some packs of ChinaHobbyLine's Black and MiniStar series. I can't guaranty they have top performance, but for sure they have one of the best price/value ratios right now.
Not so long time ago, the most commonly used batteries by...