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DJI and Insta360’s Antigravity now both have FPV drones, goggles and all, and they each have their own way of providing an intuitive flight system for entry-level pilots. What’s the difference? And which is the best option?

The wait is finally over. After a few months of teases and partial releases, we now have all the details about the new Antigravity A1 drone, including prices, full specs, and features.

With less than three weeks to go before a sweeping US sales ban on new DJI gear could take effect, the world’s largest drone maker is making its most urgent appeal yet. DJI has sent letters to five major US national security agencies, pleading for something it says it has been requesting for months: a government-mandated security review.

If you want a fresh way to feel the holiday spirit this year, it’s not just the mall lights or neighborhood displays you’ll be looking at. Holiday drone shows are sweeping across the US, offering families a high-tech reason to bundle up and head outdoors. And leading the charge is Sky Elements, a drone light show provider that’s planning more than 80 shows from early December through New Year’s Eve.

It’s been a while since we’ve talked about the use of drones in Ukraine by both sides of the conflict but over the last year, a new type of drone has begun being used to counter anti-UAV activities. However, the side effects are starting to show their downside.

If you’re holding onto older DJI Enterprise gear, brace yourself: DJI has announced that January 30, 2026, will be the last day it offers any official support for six legacy products. After that date, users lose access to product inquiries, technical help, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs. In simple terms: if it breaks, you’re on your own.

It’s that time of year; everyone is looking for gifts to buy their loved ones for the holidays, and for many, getting into drone flying is something they’ve always wanted to do. Below is our list of drones that you should consider buying if your loved one in question has the drone itch.

The mining industry may be thousands of feet below ground, but right now, it’s having a sky-high moment. DJI Enterprise has released a new white paper designed to help mining companies take a major leap forward: transitioning from manual drone flights to a fully automated BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line Of Sight) drone program powered by the DJI Dock.

If you’ve been eyeing Insta360’s Antigravity A1 drone with bated breath, now’s the time to set a reminder. Antigravity has dropped a teaser across its social channels, stamping a firm launch date on its debut drone: December 4, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. EST. That means the A1 is arriving nearly two months earlier than the previously expected January 2026 release.

DJI just beat the clock. With a potential US ban looming over its entire drone lineup, the company has managed to slip one more aircraft through the door. The Avata 360, DJI’s first drone that can shoot true 360° spherical video while flying like an FPV beast, has completed the testing and certification process with the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The filing, covering two model numbers, lands just in time and signals DJI’s push to release at least one more major product before any import restrictions take effect.

The latest compact “selfie-drone” from DJI, Neo 2, has just received a new firmware refresh, delivering a key feature that brings it closer to a true FPV (first-person view) experience. With the firmware version 01.00.0400, along with companion updates for DJI controllers and goggles, Neo 2 now supports Manual mode when used with DJI Goggles N3 or Goggles 3 and DJI FPV Remote Controller 3. Basically, you can now fly Neo 2 manually in immersive FPV style.

Tomorrow is the day that use to be connected with the best deals of the year, now it’s the entire week. However, that doesn’t stop us from sharing a few more deals, this time it’s the best action camera Black Friday deals for 2025.

DJI and SkyPixel are back with one of the most anticipated creative competitions of the year, and this one comes with stakes big enough to make any photographer or filmmaker sit up straight. The 11th Annual SkyPixel Photo & Video Contest is officially live, inviting creators worldwide to “Frame the World” and maybe walk away with a share of nearly $200,000 in prizes. If you’ve ever looked at your drone footage or handheld clips and thought, Hey, this is actually good, this competition is your moment.

We all know there are drone-loving children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, or spouses in your family who have been asking for a drone this holiday season. Or maybe it’s just you looking to finally pull the plug on one. Below are five deals to save some money this Black Friday on drones.

If you thought the DJI Osmo Nano was already a ninja-tiny, let’s-go-anywhere camera, wait till you meet its latest firmware update. Version 01.01.16.50 for the camera, compatible with Mimo app v2.6.0 or higher, brings a fresh batch of improvements that make this little guy even more useful.

Choosing between two 360 cameras shouldn’t feel like a technical exam; it should feel like choosing a travel buddy. Because that’s really what these cameras become: the little sidekick that documents your hikes, road trips, late-night noodle runs, or your next “I can’t believe I actually did that” adventure. And Insta360’s newest 360 cameras, the X4 Air and X5, couldn’t be more different in personality.

One is feather-light and friendly, perfect for anyone who wants high-quality 360 shots without lugging around a brick. The other is a beefier, more serious machine built to satisfy creators who nitpick shadows and dynamic range. Let’s break it down so you can figure out which one matches your vibe.

The deals don’t stop, and today we’re looking at what Insta360 is cooking up for Black Friday. There is one thing that is new: the X4 Air! While not 100% new, it’s new to the US; more details on that below.

Zipline just scored a massive win: a $150 million US State Department investment to help African nations scale the world’s largest medical drone network, tripling access to lifesaving deliveries of blood and medicine.

If you’ve been thinking about buying a DJI Mini 4 Pro but hesitating because of the price, the stock situation, or the ever-shifting US restrictions around DJI drones… this early Black Friday deal might be the plot twist nobody saw coming. The SkyRover X1 Fly More Combo is now $629 (30% off its usual $898), and the craziest part isn’t even the price. It’s that this drone is — according to reviewers, testers, and a very vocal drone community — basically a DJI Mini 4 Pro wearing a different outfit.

The week of savings is here! Gone are the days of waiting until midnight on Friday to see what is for sale; more Black Friday deals are already live. Here is what we found on Amazon for DJI!

The 360 camera world is getting cutthroat, and GoPro has fired back in spectacular fashion. A massive update for the MAX2 has dropped, loaded with smarter presets, polished image tuning, and pro-level tools living inside GoPro Labs. It’s an unmistakable move as Insta360 and DJI tighten their grip on immersive video, GoPro is making it clear the MAX2 is still very much in the fight, and now armed with sharper teeth.

DJI just posted one of its most urgent public messages yet, and if you’ve struggled to find certain DJI drones on US shelves lately, you’ll understand why. A little-known deadline in Congress is now only weeks away, and it could cut Americans off from all future DJI product launches unless Washington acts.

If you’ve been even thinking about buying a DJI drone, stop scrolling and pay attention because this might be the last truly great moment to stock up before the US market gets weird. DJI has rolled out massive Black Friday deals on five different drones, and two of the most eye-popping numbers are hard to ignore: a DJI Neo for just $159 and a $180 price drop on an Avata 2 kit.

If a 20% price drop on a top-tier DJI drone caused a stir during Amazon Prime Day, consider this the encore no one expected: the $159 DJI Neo deal is back for Black Friday. And given how unpredictable DJI availability in the US has become, this early discount feels less like holiday hype and more like a genuine last-chance window.