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DJI’s updated product policy makes drone rebinding essential for second-hand purchases. Whether you’re gifting a drone, buying used gear online, or upgrading within the DJI family, there’s a crucial step you can’t skip anymore: rebinding the drone to your DJI account.

If you’re planning to buy or sell a DJI drone second-hand, there’s a major policy update you need to know — one that could lock you out of your own gear if you’re not careful.

DJI has given its newest enterprise drone, the Matrice 400, a massive upgrade — not in size, but in brainpower. Released alongside the drone is Manifold 3, a compact yet powerful onboard computer that brings AI processing, developer flexibility, and even smartphone-like app installation directly to DJI’s latest flying platform.

DJI has released a fresh firmware update for its flagship Mavic 4 Pro drone, bringing a wave of performance improvements and fine-tuned features to the aircraft. The update, which is now live, also includes new firmware versions for its compatible remote controllers.

DJI’s latest enterprise drone is designed to tackle everything from power line inspections to emergency rescues, with 59-minute flights, smarter obstacle sensing, and support for up to 7 payloads.

DJI has dropped a hefty update to its Mimo app. Version 2.2.12 of the DJI Mimo app brings a raft of exciting enhancements for handheld creators and mobile cinematographers. The refreshed app sharpens the user experience across Osmo Pocket, Osmo Action, Osmo Mobile products, and even custom text dashboards and advanced tracking features on modern iPhones.

American drone company Red Cat is teaming up with Empirical Systems Aerospace (ESAero) to ramp up production of its military-grade Black Widow drone. The move comes as demand for the compact reconnaissance drone grows both in the US and abroad.

President Donald Trump has signed two significant executive orders — “Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty” and “Unleashing American Drone Dominance” — marking a major shift in US drone policy. These directives aim to enhance national security and invigorate the domestic drone industry, particularly in anticipation of major events like the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympics.

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.

Walmart customers in five major US cities are about to experience a new kind of fast. The retail giant has announced the expansion of its drone delivery program to Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando, and Tampa. This makes Walmart the first retailer to scale ultra-fast drone delivery across five states.

Editor’s Update: DJI unleashes Matrice 400, a beast of a drone

While American drone pilots are still scratching their heads over DJI’s decision to skip a US release for the Mavic 4 Pro, the tech giant has moved on to drop another surprise: a new drone teaser from its Enterprise division, slated for reveal on June 10 at 8 a.m. EDT.

In a major push to enhance Europe’s drone defense capabilities, Maxar Intelligence and Saab have announced a strategic partnership focused on the development of next-generation autonomous systems for multi-domain military operations, including drones that don’t rely on GPS.

For the first time since its launch, the Insta360 Flow 2 Pro — the smartphone gimbal that packs AI-powered tracking, Apple DockKit support, and buttery-smooth stabilization — is seeing a price drop.

Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovation Institute (TII) has unveiled a new drone application system that uses radar technology to detect underground water leaks without digging up a single inch of soil.

Imagine a drone so small it fits in your jacket pocket, yet powerful enough to capture Hollywood-style aerial footage in 4K. Now imagine that drone comes bundled with extra batteries, pro-level controls, and a travel-ready kit — at the lowest price it’s ever been. That’s exactly what’s on offer in this rare $400-off deal on the DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo with DJI RC 2, just in time for Father’s Day.

DJI, the world’s leading civilian drone manufacturer, has embraced the possibility of a US executive order that could restrict Chinese drone companies, viewing it as an opportunity to validate its security protocols.

UK peeps, it’s your lucky day — while drone pilots in the US are still paying full price, the DJI Flip with RC 2 remote controller bundle is currently enjoying a whopping 23% discount in the UK. The bundle has dropped from £549.00 to just £422.60, and just in time for Father’s Day. But be quick — 5% of this limited-time deal has already been claimed at the time of publishing.

A sweeping move by the White House to restrict Chinese drone companies could ironically end up helping one of the biggest players at risk: DJI. While recent headlines have framed the forthcoming Trump executive orders as a death knell for Chinese drone makers, the reality is more complicated — and possibly more hopeful for DJI.

Dubai Police has officially teamed up with AirHub, a Netherlands-based drone software company specializing in drone operations, situational awareness, fleet management, and compliance. The strategic partnership will help Dubai Police to elevate its already advanced drone operations.

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and if your dad is into tech, photography, or outdoor adventures, a DJI gadget might be the perfect gift.

American drone manufacturer Skyfish has commercially released its new enterprise drone, Osprey — a sleek, survey-grade machine packed with power, portability, and ambition to replace DJI in the skies.

Litchi, a leading third-party app for DJI drones, has unveiled its latest innovation: Litchi Hub. This next-generation flight planning platform, currently in public beta, is set to replace the longstanding Mission Hub, offering advanced features to enhance the drone piloting experience.