Hawkeye Thumb: Ultra Light 4K camera for FPV drones
At first look, the Hawkeye 4K Thumb camera is an excellent choice for those that find the GoPro too big or expensive but still what to record stabilized UHD videos. Weighting just 15.5 grams, it can be installed on almost any drone size. In the case of micro FPV drones, Gyroflow stabilization is a real alternative to built-in electronic...
Fullsend 6S 6000mAh Li-Ion: Holy Grail of long range FPV
Lithium-ion or Li-ion batteries generally have a higher energy density than other battery chemistries, including LiPo. This means that Li-ion packs can store more energy in the same physical size, allowing longer flight times and increased range. For example, by comparison, the iFlight Fullsend 6S 6000mAh weighs just 608 grams, and a LIPO battery with the same power weighs...
Mavic Air 2 Freewell VND filters kit review
Are you just starting with video making and drones? Do you want to understand what VND filters are and in particular why we need them on a quadcopter? I hope to clarify these concepts in this article by reviewing the pack of two VND filters by Freewell for the DJI Mavic Air 2. Let’s jump into it!
VND stands for...
Redpawz R010 review: Speedy Whoop
A couple of days ago, I received to test and review the Redpawz R010, a mini quadcopter with ducted propellers. Although the basic design was first introduced by Blade Inductrix, Tiny Whoop was the one who made the concept famous.
The design not only offers improved efficiency of the propellers but also makes the aircraft very safe for children. The...
Best starter drone under $50: Eachine E58 review
Based on my personal experience, learning to fly a drone begins with learning how not to crash or bump it into something. After reviewing dozens of drones, I find the Eachine E58 one of the best starter drone under $50. In addition to the cool Mavic design, it comes with many beginner oriented features.
I got a lot of comments here at...
Eachine EX2 Mini review: FPV drone, monitor & goggles for $100
In a nutshell, the Eachine EX2 Mini is a MJX Bugs 3 Mini on FPV steroids. In addition to the similar design and same type of brushless motors, it comes with on-board FPV camera and convertible FPV monitor/goggles. The cherry on the cake is that you can get all the stuff you need for a true FPV flight experience for only...
HGLRC Sector132 review: 2 in 1 FPV drone
In my in-depth HGLRC Sector132 review I will reveal to you all the advantages and drawbacks of this hybrid Cinema-Freestyle FPV drone. Maybe it’s not the cheapest, fastest or smallest, but it’s probably the most flexible FPV platform. It features removable blade protectors which allows easy conversion from a CineWhoop into a veritable Freestyle drone, 3/4S battery compatibility, and...
Pro battery for FIMI X8 MINI: Finally under 250g
The FIMI MINI is advertised with two types of batteries, but everyone believed that the Pro LIPO pack is just a myth. FirstQuadcopter is between the first drone blogs that test and review the FIMI X8 MINI Pro battery. We will also compare the performance of the Standard versus the Pro battery pack, of course.
FIMI advertises the X8 MINI...
Best GoPro 10 accessories from PGYTech
GoPro's latest Hero 10 is a superb action camera, but to get the best footage, you'll need the right GoPro accessories. Many of the best PGYTech GoPro 10 accessories listed here will work not just with all models of GoPro cameras, but also with other action cameras including 4K handheld gimbals like the DJI Pocket.
1. PGYTech GoPro 10 cases
The...
Nanovia filaments review: Best for RaceWhoops
3D printing has become increasingly popular in recent years thanks to its affordability and ability to create complex and elaborated objects in the comfort of your garage. One of the most important decisions you'll make when 3D printing is choosing the suitable filament, as the material you select will greatly affect the outcome of your project. With so many...
SUNLU S2 Filament Dryer: Moistureless 360° Surround Heating
Many 3D printing filaments are hygroscopic, which means they readily absorb moisture from the environment when they are removed from the original package. Moisture can turn into steam in the hot end, leading to issues like poor layer adhesion, bubbling, or even clogging of the nozzle. Using a filament dryer box such as the SUNLU S2 is essential to...