MEPS SZ1804: FPV motors for 3-3.5″ drones
The Space SZ1804 are the third MEPS FPV motors reviewed on FirstQuadcopter. While the previous models were for 5" drones, these 1804 are designed specifically for 3-3.5" Cinewhoop drones, which are favored for their compact size, agility, and ability to navigate tight spaces.
When it comes to drone performance, especially in the realms of racing, freestyling, and filmmaking, brushless motors...
Zhiyun CINEPEER CX100: Budget ($179) video light for vloggers
If you're serious about video production or just getting started, you know that good lighting can make or break your content. Today, I’m reviewing the Zhiyun CINEPEER CX100, a powerful but budget-friendly 100W LED video light for anyone looking to elevate their video quality.
This LED light is perfect for a range of users, from YouTubers and TikTokkers to professional...
Zhiyun CINEPEER WEEBILL 3E gimbal: Affordable doesn’t mean Cheapie!
Zhiyun's new CINEPEER product family is focused on providing affordable gimbals and video lights for hobbyist videographers. In many cases, a low price means lower quality, but not in the case of CINEPEER WEEBILL 3E "Lite", a powerful and performing stabilizer with an attractive design for only $249. For this money, it supports even vertical video (portrait), a must-have...
SUNLU Filament Connector: Do you truly need something like this?
SUNLU's new 3D printing accessory, the FC01 Filament Connector, can join various 3D materials (PLA, ABS, PETG, PCL, PA, and PC). But why do you need such a tool? Let's find out from this review!
If you are into 3D printing, you probably know how hard it is to throw away a spool with a few meters of leftover filament....
SEQURE FPV Parts review: H743 FC, E70 G2 ESC, M10-12 GPS & Dual ELRS RX
SEQURE is a well-known company in the world of FPV (First Person View) due to its excellent pen-style soldering irons. Lately, it has also started providing FPV drone parts for the community. In this review, we will have a close look at its powerful flight stack, GPS module, and ELRS radio receiver.
Building an FPV drone involves several steps, including...
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...
RUSHFPV GNSS MINI review: SOLID BetaFlight GPS module for FPV drones
The RUSHFPV GNSS MINI is a compact GPS module that uses the latest u-blox M10 ultra-low-power platform. It's suitable for FPV drones and fixed-wing planes. It is compatible with BetaFlight and iNAV flight controller software. To provide worldwide coverage, it can work with all major satellite positioning providers (GNSS), including GPS (Global), GLONASS (Russian), BDS (China), and GALILEO (Europe).
Why...
Review: GoPro 12 Creator Edition (Not Sponsored!)
I purchased my first GoPro in 2021 and still own this action camera. I used it on vacations and during sports activities and installed it on my FPV drones. As the latest GoPro Hero 12 Black significantly improved, I thought it was time to upgrade and retire my three-year-old GoPro 10. This year’s big advancement is its superior battery...
Kidoodle MiniBox A1 3D printer: A Kid’s Toy Factory
The Kidoodle MiniBox A1 is a 3D printer designed for younger children. It features a chilled-safe enclosed frame with minimal exposed parts and can be controlled remotely via a tablet or smartphone. It comes with pre-loaded model files and access to a cloud library to print toys, doll house furniture, numbers, and many other cool things out of the...
Walksnail Goggles X review: Enjoy a Crispy Colorful Skyline!
FPV (First-Person View) goggles, such as this Avatar HD Goggles X, are specialized eyewear used primarily in drone racing and other remote-controlled activities to provide an immersive visual experience. They allow the pilots to see precisely what the drone's camera is capturing in real time, giving the sensation of flying from the drone's perspective. The FPV headset receives the...
Sunlu FilaDryer S4 review
I started using 3D printers about three years ago, and what I learned first is that dry filament is essential to obtaining quality prints. As its name suggests, the Sunlu FilaDryer S4 allows simultaneous dehydration of four spools, making it unique in its market segment.
I just counted and found more than ten opened filament spools at home. Even if...