America has been criticized for cracking down on Chinese drone makers. But now China’s capital is doing something even more dramatic: banning new consumer drone sales altogether. That’s an awkward headline for DJI’s home market.

DJI has just launched the Lito drone series, giving budget buyers fresh options with modern features like 4K cameras, obstacle sensing, and easy-to-fly designs. But not in the US. Thanks to ongoing FCC-related uncertainty that continues to cloud future DJI releases in America, these new entry-level models are arriving abroad while US shoppers watch from the sidelines. That frustration does come with one upside: the DJI drones already available in America are now seeing aggressive discounts, with some prices down by an easy 30% or more.

Weekend pizza cravings usually come with the same routine: place the order, track the driver, and hope dinner arrives hot. But Little Caesars and Flytrex are betting Americans may soon get used to looking up instead of looking out the window.

So, DJI has launched the Lito X1 drone and positioned it as the fresh replacement for the Mini 3, but American buyers won’t be getting it. Instead, the US market is left with an unexpected consolation prize: 31% off on the Mini 3 (DJI RC), now discounted to just $379 from the usual $549. Interestingly, this is what the new Lito X1 would also have cost if it had launched stateside. But here’s why the “old” drone may suddenly be DJI’s smartest buy in America.

If you’ve been waiting for a reason to buy a smartphone gimbal, Insta360 may have just handed you one. The company has released a major spring software update for its Insta360 Flow 2 series, which includes the Insta360 Flow 2 and Insta360 Flow 2 Pro. And this isn’t one of those tiny bug-fix updates nobody notices. It meaningfully upgrades how these gimbals work with both Android and iPhone devices, while adding creator tools that can make your phone footage look far more professional.

If you’re in Seattle next week, it may be worth looking up after sunset. Princess Cruises says it will host a one-night-only Alaska-themed drone show over downtown Seattle on May 1, giving locals and visitors a free public spectacle ahead of the summer cruise rush. The event is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. and is expected to be best viewed from the Seattle Center International Fountain Mall.

The Federal Aviation Administration is rolling out a new program designed to crack down faster on drone rule violations, especially as the US prepares for a packed summer of high-profile events like the upcoming FIFA World Cup matches.

DJI’s newest product isn’t a drone, but drone pilots may want one anyway. The DJI Power 1000 Mini is a new portable power station designed to keep batteries, cameras, laptops, and field gear running when wall outlets are nowhere in sight. For drone operators who spend long days shooting outdoors, inspecting job sites, or traveling between locations, that could make this one of DJI’s most practical launches of the year.

In the fast-crowding world of sub-250g drones, small differences in tracking, stability, and safety can make or break the experience, especially for creators who expect near-autonomous performance straight out of the box. A hands-on comparison between the DJI Mini 4 Pro and the lesser-known Skyrover S1 highlights how quickly the competition is catching up to DJI’s long-held dominance.

DJI has unveiled the Osmo Pocket 4, a new-generation pocket gimbal camera that builds on the runaway success of the Pocket 3. But right now, it’s effectively locked out of the US market with no clear path forward. And that’s because, unlike some of DJI’s latest drones, like the Avata 360, or action cameras such as the Osmo 360, even importing one through third-party sellers may not be a reliable workaround anymore.

Movmax is known for its car rigging gear. Traditionally for heavy-duty cinema cameras, you’d see them clamped to the hoods and quarter panels on commercial shoots. While most of its products are aimed at that world, it has recently released smaller tools built for the creators of Instagram and YouTube. Today we’re looking at two of those products: the Blade Arm and Pocket Controller for DJI’s Osmo Pocket 3.

Just days after unveiling the buzzworthy Avata 360 drone, DJI is already gearing up for what might be its most aggressive product rollout of 2026. Four teaser videos. Four launch dates. And all of it is happening within a span of just two weeks.

The new DJI drone, Avata 360, has finally landed in the United States. And this time, it’s not just hype. You can actually buy it right now, with deliveries expected as soon as next week.

Skyrover, a relatively new but increasingly visible drone brand, is stepping into a tense and uncertain US market, and it’s doing so with a very clear message: we’re here to stay. Here’s what that means for American drone buyers right now.

Grey Arrows Drone Club just did something UK drone pilots have quietly needed for years. And if you’ve ever second-guessed where you’re allowed to take off, this could be a game-changer.

DJI has kicked off the global rollout of the Avata 360, positioning it as its most immersive consumer drone yet. In many parts of the world, that means orders are either already live or pre-sales have begun. In the US, though, things are playing out a little differently, again.

The FAA is being challenged on a recent flight restriction that banned drone flights over all government buildings and mobile assets. The lawsuit is being managed by The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press and is challenging it on both First Amendment and Administrative Procedure Act violations.

DJI’s smallest drone has just gotten cheaper over on Amazon. The DJI Neo, DJI’s cheapest drone, is for a short time having a $50 coupon code available on Amazon, bringing the price down to just $150. This follows an earlier price drop last month.

The DJI Mini 4K, one of the easiest, most beginner-friendly drones you can buy right now, has just dropped to its lowest price ever. And we’re not talking about a small discount deal. These are the kind of prices that make you double-check if it’s real.

While we’re only a few months into the FCC’s official ban on new DJI products, we’ve been struggling with the issues for over a year now. DJI’s most capable and state-of-the-art drones never became available in the US, but some retailers are still getting their hands on them.

If you’ve ever spent time chasing that analog Portra 400 look in post — warming up highlights, softening skin tones, pulling back that digital edge — PolarPro just made your timeline a whole lot shorter.

There’s never a dull moment when a camera company releases a Japanese-only retro camera. Niche Japanese cameras are always interesting to look at, but this one tops the cake with a retro design and plenty of modern additions that couldn’t even be dreamed of when its inspiration was state-of-the-art.

With 2025 coming to a close, what are we looking at for the new year? Well, a whole new year of new product releases, of course. The biggest is DJI, with its top-tier drones and amazing cameras, mics, and gimbals. What potential products could DJI be releasing in 2026?

It’s that holiday season again, and that means buying gifts for people you probably don’t really know much about. Maybe you know that they like to ride bikes, go on adventures around town, or do a lot of traveling and want to film it. Action cameras are the best way to do all of those! Below is your buyer’s guide for the main lineup of Insta360 products for 2025.