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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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New FAA Part 108 rule could lock DJI pilots out of BVLOS

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If you fly a DJI drone in the United States for professional purposes, buckle up: the Federal Aviation Administration’s new draft rule, FAA Part 108, could dramatically alter the way you operate. On paper, Part 108 is meant to finally normalize routine beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flights at scale, a move many in the drone industry have been waiting for years. But as written, it could shut out much of the existing DJI fleet, or any other non-US-made drone that American pilots actually use every day.

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New DJI Osmo 360 update improves video, audio, privacy controls

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DJI has released a new firmware update for Osmo 360, expanding the camera’s creative toolkit in some meaningful ways. Firmware v01.02.07.20, along with the DJI Mimo app v2.4.8 for iOS and Android, introduces new low-light video options, audio upgrades, and even a privacy safeguard — subtle but practical changes that reflect how people are using the camera in real life.

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Should you import DJI Mini 5 Pro or buy Mini 4 Pro?

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DJI has brought its A-game to the new Mini 5 Pro, and drone fans everywhere are excited. Bigger sensor, better obstacle sensing, and incremental boosts in flight performance put it on many pilots’ wish lists. But there’s a catch — the new DJI drone isn’t officially coming to the US. For American flyers, that raises a dilemma: Do you wait it out, try importing, or pick it up overseas, or stick with the proven Mini 4 Pro that’s already available at home? And with questions around whether the Mini 5 Pro truly weighs in under 250 grams, the decision matters even more for recreational pilots. Let’s break it down.

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DJI keeps US waiting on Mini 5 Pro, but not Osmo Nano

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DJI isn’t slowing down. The company just pulled the wraps off its new Mini 5 Pro drone — though, frustratingly, not in the US market — and now it’s already teasing another big release. Scheduled for September 23 at 8 a.m. EDT, DJI’s next reveal is billed under the tagline “Own the Moment.” And if the teaser video is any clue, the mystery product looks very much like the long-awaited Osmo Nano camera.

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DJI Fly app update unlocks support for Mini 5 Pro

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DJI has rolled out Fly app version 1.18.0, bringing one major addition: support for its newly launched Mini 5 Pro drone. Released today, this update officially makes the Mini 5 Pro compatible with remote controllers, including the DJI RC-N3, DJI RC 2, and DJI RC Pro 2. Pilots selecting one of those controllers will now be able to use the Fly app seamlessly with the newest drone to be added to the DJI Mini series.

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Rome’s night sky just went full Michelangelo, with 3,000 drones

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When you think of the Vatican, you imagine centuries-old art, sacred rituals, soaring architecture. But this weekend, St. Peter’s Square got a futuristic makeover: over 3,000 custom drones danced and painted the sky with light, recreating Michelangelo’s masterpieces, honoring the late Pope Francis, and bringing together music, tech, and faith like never before.

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DJI drone battery not charging? Here’s the ultimate fix guide

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If you own a DJI Mini 4 Pro, Air 3S, Mavic 4 Pro, or any of DJI’s popular camera drones, you know that battery management is key to maximizing your flight time. But what happens when your drone charges too slowly, or worse, won’t charge at all? DJI has released detailed guidance to help drone pilots choose the right charger, troubleshoot battery issues, and keep their gear in top shape. Let’s break it down so you can get back to flying with confidence.

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DroneDeploy hits break-even, lands $15M to supercharge AI

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DroneDeploy just hit a major milestone, and it could reshape the future of construction, inspection, and site management for drone pilots everywhere. The reality capture leader has officially reached break-even, meaning it’s now fully self-sustaining. Instead of chasing profitability, the company can plow every dollar it earns straight into product development, and its first move is big: a $15 million strategic raise dedicated entirely to advancing its AI and robotics offerings.

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Flybotix scores $10M to expand ASIO X drone inspections

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Confined space inspections are some of the most dangerous jobs out there, and they remain a major safety concern across industries. Every year, workers are injured or even killed while entering tight, hazardous areas inside power plants, water infrastructure, and oil and gas facilities. Swiss robotics company Flybotix thinks it has a better way, and investors seem to agree.

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Space Command move spurs big leap for drone training in Alabama

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As US Space Command prepares to make Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, its permanent home, the city is poised to play an even bigger role in the nation’s aerospace and defense ecosystem. The relocation, which is expected to bring about 1,400 jobs and significant federal investment, is already fueling a wave of new partnerships and innovation in what many call Rocket City.

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This drone just set a new world record with 3-hour flight

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Silicon Valley drone startup SiFly has officially claimed a Guinness World Record after flying its Q12 drone for more than three hours — nearly an hour longer than the previous record. The groundbreaking flight took place on July 26 at Amaral Ranches in California’s Salinas Valley, witnessed by eight official observers, including Apple Distinguished Engineer Paul Baker and NASA Ames Research Aerospace Engineer Chris Silva.

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