Hubsan H111D quadcopter review
Since I started the FirstQuadcopter.com blog I wrote about many Hubsan models in the quadcopter news section but till now I have not had the chance to review one. I was extremely happy when one of my partners offered me this Hubsan H111D for review, especially since it's a very new model on the market so I will be among the first people who review...
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...
Heimvision HMD2 review: Self-powered IP camera
To be honest, firstly I wanted to say pass for Heimvision’s proposal regarding the possibility to test and review their products. I considered that wireless WiFi IP cameras are out of FirstQuadcopter niche. After I checked the specs and features of Heimvision HMD2, I found it helpful for many jobs. Being 100% wire-free, it can be installed easily everywhere,...
ISDT 608PD charger: Tiny but Mighty
When I started this hobby, I remember that LIPO chargers were big, heavy, and had a max power of 30-50W. Instead, the ISDT 608PD fits inside your pocket, weighs just 85 grams, and has a charging power of up to 240W. Furthermore, it can be monitored and controlled via a mobile app.
Priced for only $29.99, it is ISDT's cheapest...
Happymodel EP1 Dual ELRS Receiver: True Diversity!
The Happymodel EP1 is the first ELRS-enabled true diversity radio receiver. It aims to provide the best range even in difficult conditions. Happymodel EP1 has two antennas and two radio modules for doubling the signal quality. In theory, "Diversity" uses at the time only one antenna by toggling to the antenna that has the strongest signal. The EP1 uses...
Best drone charger: HOBBYMATE D6 Duo Pro review
If you’re looking for one of the best portable drone chargers, then the HOBBYMATE D6 Duo Pro is an excellent option. In addition that allows to charge simultaneously two LiPo batteries with up to 6 cells, also allows to charge wirelessly your smartphone.
The whole point of having an universal smart charger is that it allows to charge all your drone batteries, eliminating...
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...
Best drone for kids: Eachine E016H review
When it comes to beginner pilots, especially if they are kids, I highly recommend to start with ultra cheap easy to control drones like this Eachine E016H. In addition to the newbie friendly features, it has cage type blade protectors which make the aircraft safe to use even by children.
No manufacturer can guaranty that their drone is indestructible. Many toy...
Baby Elfie review: Smaller, more versatile JJRC H37
Following the great success of the H37 sElfie drone, JJRC announced a more compact version with innovative one-handed gyro control. The newer generation JJRC H37 Mini Baby Elfie is about 2 cm shorter and 16 grams lighter than its predecessor.
While the first generation of Elfie drones featured only APP control, the Mini Baby Elfie comes with dual control mode...
VIFLY Finder Drone Buzzer: Never lose your FPV drone again
While most of the FPV drones are already equipped with an on-board buzzer, why do you need such a thing as the VIFLY Finder Drone Buzzer? Let's discover in our review!
Compared to LoS flights, when you have permanently your eye on the drone's position, during FPV flights, you see what the drone sees and you never know the exact...
RadioMaster Zorro review – Conquer the Sky!
From my point of view, the selling point of the RadioMaster Zorro transmitter is its big screen. When you are over 40 years old, you are losing the focusing ability for near vision and due to that, the lens inside your eye becomes less flexible. My actual radio controller has a small LCD that makes the configuration part quite...