DJI made pocket gimbals popular. HoverAir wants to make them fly. With the official debut of HoverAir Versa, the company has combined a professional handheld camera with the autonomous flying technology behind its popular X1 series, creating a hybrid device that can capture everything from stabilized walking shots to AI-powered aerial videos.
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For years, creators have had to choose between carrying a pocket camera with a gimbal or packing a separate drone for aerial shots. Follow-me drone specialist HoverAir thinks they shouldn’t have to. Its newly unveiled Versa is designed to do both, transforming from a handheld, pocket-sized camera into a self-flying AI camera with snap-on propeller modules.
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Anyone who’s tried filming themselves in winter knows the problem: gloves on, phone buried in layers, and a drone that’s supposed to “just follow you” but doesn’t always get the memo. For people using small, hands-free drones to capture skiing, snow trips, or fast outdoor movement, consistency matters more than specs, and that’s exactly what HoverAir is quietly tuning with its latest software update for the 8K flying camera X1 Pro Max.
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The HoverAir Aqua is designed to survive something consumer drones usually fear most: water. Marketed as the world’s first waterproof selfie drone, Aqua promised carefree flying over lakes, pools, and oceans — no emergency landings, no panic over splashes. That pitch helped the drone raise more than $2 million on Indiegogo from over 1,800 backers. However, the Aqua now faces a very different challenge.
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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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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.
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HoverAir’s latest innovation, the Aqua drone, has made a huge splash — literally and figuratively. The waterproof flying camera, designed for effortless water takeoff and landing, has now raised more than $1.4 million through crowdfunding, marking one of the most successful launches in the company’s history. With this milestone, HoverAir confirmed that Aqua will enter mass production in Q4 2025, with customer shipments scheduled for December 2025.
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Earlier this month, HoverAir teased the Aqua drone, a fully waterproof, self-flying camera designed for use in water environments. The pocketable flying camera is now available to buy through a crowdfunding campaign, with an early-bird price starting at $999
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HoverAir has set a date for its most ambitious drone yet. The company has confirmed that the HoverAir Aqua, a fully waterproof, self-flying camera drone, will launch via an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign on Thursday, August 21, at 9 a.m. PDT (noon EDT).
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HoverAir is proving it listens to its pilots. The company has dropped its biggest firmware update yet for the X1 Pro and X1 Pro Max drones, rolling out fresh creative flight modes, smarter tracking, and expanded controls designed to make autonomous aerial shooting feel more like working with your own personal camera crew.
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HoverAir is now offering more details of its next big thing, Aqua, a 100% waterproof, self-flying camera drone designed to take off and land directly on water.
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The skies are getting crowded — and wetter. Drone maker HoverAir has just teased its latest offering, Aqua, and it is turning heads with one standout feature: it floats. Yes, really. This waterproof drone is not only compact and clever, but it might just be the shot across the bow that DJI didn’t see coming.
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If you’ve ever wished for a Follow Me drone that flies itself, fits in your pocket, and makes you look like a cinematic genius — without the learning curve of traditional drones — the HoverAir X1 might just be your dream come true. And this Prime Day, it’s an absolute steal. The 2-battery combo is down to just $269 (from $399), while the 3-battery combo is available for $299 (instead of $439). On top of that, all buyers get a free PU case — you just need to add it to your cart through the product page link.
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The HoverAir X1 drone just got a serious upgrade with firmware version v7.10.3. The update introduces advanced indoor follow capability, creative shooting angles, and significantly improved audio quality — all thanks to enhancements involving the Beacon module. Let’s unpack what this means for drone fans.
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Just in time for Father’s Day, one of the most popular Follow Me drones on the market — the HoverAir X1 — is 25% off. For a limited time, you can grab the Fly More Combo for $299 instead of $399, and the company is throwing in an extra battery for free, giving you a total of three batteries to extend your flying time.
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As the chill of winter gives way to the vibrant warmth of spring, there’s no better time to explore the world from a new perspective. Zero Zero Robotics’ HoverAir is celebrating the season with an irresistible Spring Sale. This limited-time event offers significant discounts and exclusive gifts on HoverAir’s flagship drones, making it the perfect opportunity for both budding enthusiasts and seasoned aerial photographers to elevate their craft.
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Winter sports fans are in for a cinematic treat this season, as HoverAir has partnered with US Ski & Snowboard to bring the thrill of extreme snowboarding and freeskiing closer than ever with X1 Pro and Pro Max self-flying drones.
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So, DJI has officially unveiled the Neo, its cheapest 4K selfie drone yet, while Zero Zero Robotics has expanded its flying camera lineup with the HoverAir X1 Pro and X1 Pro Max. But how do these three innovative drones compare? Let’s find out…
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HoverAir has quietly expanded its lineup with two new drones: the X1 Pro and X1 Pro Max. These models follow up on the company’s successful X1 selfie drone, offering a range of enhancements that should appeal to both recreational drone enthusiasts and new users contemplating their first flying camera. The announcement comes at a time when DJI is rumored to be launching the Neo, a new lightweight self-flying drone aimed at beginners.
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