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New mini drone delivers 4K footage, 8K stills, 96-min flight time

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DJI’s beginner drones are great — but what if you could get something with 8K photo capability, up to 96 minutes of flying time, AI-powered takeoff/landing, and four-way positioning for much less? Enter the Ruko U11MINI 4K, a surprisingly capable mini drone that delivers smooth 4K video and smart flying features without weighing down your backpack or budget.

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Which DJI drones you should and shouldn’t buy this spring

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With spring officially here, you may be thinking it’s time to finally get into or serious about this drone flying thing. However, there’s a wide range of drones you could purchase from the leader of the pack, DJI. Some are due for upgrades and others have various versions, so which DJI drones should and shouldn’t you buy?

Also, read the ending to have a better chance of not getting stuck with long delivery delays.

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A new bill in Congress could create up to 90,000 new drone laws

A new bill that was quietly introduced in the Senate this month could reshape how, where, and even if you can fly your drone in the U.S. Introduced as the Drone Integration and Zoning Act (S.1249), the bill seeks to allow local governments the right to regulate drone flights below 200 feet.

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Is the DJI Mavic 4 Pro still coming out this month?

It has been a quiet few weeks on the Mavic 4 Pro leak story, minus a few videos of the drone out in the wild, which are old news at this point. But the previously rumored release date should be near, right? I mean, we’ve only been waiting for this drone to finally hit store shelves for several months at this point. Well, I hate to break it to you, but it seems like you’re going to have to wait a little bit longer for DJI‘s new flagship camera drone.

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Hands-on: Hohem iSteady M7 smartphone gimbal

As someone who shoots a lot of mobile video — whether it’s for YouTube, social media, or just testing the latest gear — I’m always on the hunt for tools that can help me create better looking footage. We recently got our hands on the Hohem iSteady M7, a 3-axis smartphone gimbal designed to bring pro-level stabilization and tracking to your smartphone setup. After using it for a few weeks, we think it might be one of the best smartphone gimbals we’ve seen yet.

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DJI Mavic 4 Pro’s electronic ND filter will not be integrated

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Unlike what we expected to see from our assumption of electronic ND filters, per a leaked Mavic 4 Pro store listing, the electronic filter coming from DJI will snap onto the front of the massive camera payload like previous models. This was one of the few first details seen in what will be one of many early released store listings for the Mavic 4 Pro.

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Security risks found in popular Holy Stone drone models

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If you own a Holy Stone drone, you might want to pay close attention. A new research paper has revealed some concerning findings about the security and reliability of Holy Stone drones, a popular budget-friendly brand in the consumer drone market. While Holy Stone has built a strong reputation among hobbyists, new evidence suggests that users should be cautious — especially when it comes to safety, connectivity, and data security.

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State drone laws might be getting out of hand

Laws regulating the purchase and ownership of drones have skyrocketed over the last couple of years thanks to movements to ban Chinese-made drones from the US. The popularity of drones has also added other regulations, like where you can and can’t take off and land or where you can operate one from. However, Connecticut might have one of the most restrictive, and potentially unconstitutional, laws not in the works, but passed!

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DJI Mini 4 Pro drone gains MSDK support for automated, custom flights

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Huge news for DJI Mini 4 Pro users! DJI has rolled out a major update to its Mobile SDK (MSDK) V5, unlocking powerful third-party app integrations for the popular sub-250-gram drone. This game-changing update means users can now access advanced flight automation, custom waypoints, and precision mapping through apps like Litchi, DroneDeploy, and Drone Harmony — bringing pro-level functionality to an already impressive drone.

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This rugged DJI 4K action camera is under $200 right now

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Adventure seekers, thrill enthusiasts, and content creators — your perfect action camera deal has arrived! DJI has slashed the price of Osmo Action 4 by an incredible 31%, bringing the Essential Combo down from $289 to just $199. The Standard Combo carries a price tag of only $209 right now, while the Adventure Combo is down to $309 from its typical $399.

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DJI Mic Mini vs Mic 2: Which one is right for you?

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It shouldn’t come as a shock to you that DJI is more than just a drone company. They have released some of the most used tools for creatives, from gimbals and cameras to even portable power banks. One of its top products outside of drones, the DJI Mic, has two versions: the Mic Mini and Mic 2. Which is the best option for you to purchase?

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