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Ishveena Singh is a versatile journalist and writer with a passion for drones and location technologies. She has been named as one of the 50 Rising Stars of the geospatial industry for the year 2021 by Geospatial World magazine.

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DJI pushes massive firmware update across enterprise drone ecosystem

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DJI has pushed out a sweeping set of firmware updates across its enterprise ecosystem, delivering smarter AI tools, more flexible automated workflows, and deeper integration between aircraft, docks, and cloud software. The updates affect DJI Matrice 4 Series, DJI Dock 3 and Matrice 4D Series, DJI Matrice 400, and DJI FlightHub 2, strengthening DJI’s focus on large-scale inspections, public safety, infrastructure monitoring, and fully automated drone operations.

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HoverAir Aqua drone shipping delay: What backers need to know

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If you’re one of the early supporters of the HoverAir Aqua, the eagerly anticipated waterproof, self-flying drone, you’ve likely been watching shipping timelines like a hawk. After all, the crowdfunding campaign that launched in August 2025 attracted serious attention, raising over $2 million from more than 1,700 backers. Now, HoverAir has delivered a major update on when backers can expect their drones, and it’s a mix of disappointment and promise.

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DJI Mini 5 Pro drone gets smarter with new firmware

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If you’re in the market for a drone that feels both futuristic and ready for action, DJI just gave the Mini 5 Pro another reason to steal your attention, and possibly your wallet. A fresh firmware rollout, aircraft v01.00.0400, and updated controller firmware across all major remotes have just hit the skies and brought smart enhancements that make this featherweight flyer even safer and more reliable.

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3 DJI drones you can control with your Apple Watch

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DJI’s latest Fly app update moves the future of drone flying a little closer to your wrist. Version 1.19.4 brings Apple Watch support to three of DJI’s most portable, controller-free drones: DJI Neo 2, DJI Flip, and DJI Neo. That means you can view live video, check battery levels, and issue basic voice flight commands from your Apple Watch (Series 8 and newer), while your phone stays in your pocket.

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DJI Neo 2 is now the most Apple-friendly drone ever

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DJI has made flying a drone feel a whole lot more futuristic. With a brand-new firmware update, the DJI Neo 2 now supports Apple Watch remote control, letting you steer, track, record, and manage your drone right from your wrist. And here’s the kicker: the original DJI Neo is getting the same Apple Watch compatibility soon, making this upgrade a big win for every buyer in the Neo lineup. If you’re an Apple user who’s been flirting with the idea of buying a drone, this is the moment DJI clearly wants you to jump in.

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DJI throws huge holiday discounts on power stations

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With the holiday season in full swing, many Americans are already preparing for festivities, winter road trips, or cozy nights at home… but there’s another reason this time of year is ideal for buying a portable power station: winter storms and cold weather create a high risk for power outages. That’s exactly why DJI power stations, now at their lowest prices ever, are suddenly topping holiday shopping lists across the US.

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As DJI Neo 2 sneaks into US, Neo drone price crashes to $159

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DJI’s newest palm-sized camera drone, Neo 2, has quietly slipped into the US through third-party resellers, and the ripple effect is instant: the original DJI Neo Fly More Combo and other Neo bundles are now seeing discounts of up to 21%. The best part? You can scoop up the OG Neo for only $159, which is the lowest price a 4K DJI drone has ever been.

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DJI makes last-ditch plea to US security chiefs as ban deadline nears

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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.

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Holiday drone shows are taking over America’s skies: Here’s where to watch

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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.

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New DJI guide reveals path to automated mining workflows

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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.

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Antigravity A1 moves up launch as DJI Avata 360 clears FCC

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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.

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DJI’s first 360-degree drone gets FCC nod with US ban looming

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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.

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New DJI Neo 2 drone firmware adds manual FPV mode

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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.

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DJI launches SkyPixel contest with huge $200K prize pot

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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.

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X4 Air vs X5: Which Insta360 camera fits your life?

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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.

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This DJI Mini 4 Pro twin with 3 batteries is only $629 today

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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.

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GoPro MAX2 update delivers major 360 camera upgrades

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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.

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DJI’s wildest drone deals yet: $159 Neo, $180 off Avata 2 bundle, more

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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.

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