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Keeping an eye on 70,000 square miles of California is no small task — but Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) is doing it with style… and drones.

By the time you’re reading this, it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to find any of the Mavic 4 Pros for sale at these locations, but for a limited time, three sites had the drone for sale: B&H, Adorama, and DJI’s own New York City retail location.

DJI has officially unveiled its most advanced consumer drone yet — the Mavic 4 Pro — and it’s already soaring to new heights with a feature-rich firmware update released on launch day. While US buyers may be grounded due to trade restrictions, drone enthusiasts worldwide can now unlock a suite of powerful tools designed to enhance aerial creativity and control.

DJI has rolled out version 1.17.0 of its Fly app, introducing support for the highly anticipated Mavic 4 Pro drone and enabling cloud-based waypoint flight storage. However, US drone enthusiasts might find themselves grounded, as the Mavic 4 Pro isn’t officially available stateside, yet.

The DJI Mavic 4 Pro has officially landed in Europe, boasting the coveted C2 certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). This certification not only underscores the drone’s advanced capabilities but also opens up new possibilities for drone enthusiasts and professionals across the EU.

DJI just dropped its most advanced drone yet — the Mavic 4 Pro — and let’s be real, it’s a beast. It crushes the already impressive Mavic 3 Pro in nearly every department: from camera upgrades and obstacle sensing to flight time and video transmission. But there’s one major catch: you can’t buy it in the US.

DJI announces today the unveiling of its new flagship camera drone, the Mavic 4 Pro. While its 6K/60 primary Micro 4/3 camera, 360-degree rotating gimbal, and nearly hour-long flight time would all be newsworthy headlines, DJI’s decision to not bring the Mavic 4 Pro to the U.S. is the biggest story today.

Update: Some U.S. retailers had the DJI Mavic 4 Pro for sale

Arlington, Texas is stepping up its crime-fighting game from the skies.

The Arlington Police Department (APD) has announced a major expansion of its Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program, designed to get officers real-time information before they even arrive on scene. The idea is simple but powerful: when a 911 call comes in, APD drone pilots can instantly launch a drone to the location, giving officers a live aerial view of what’s happening while they’re still en route.

Methane detection specialist Bridger Photonics has announced the launch of a drone-based version of its powerful Gas Mapping LiDAR (GML) system — giving it wings beyond small aircraft and opening up emissions monitoring in hard-to-reach places like offshore oil rigs, liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities, and sprawling distribution networks.

California-based battery company Lyten has announced a new national security initiative to help power next-generation defense drones using its lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery technology. The goal: to support US military and aerospace needs with batteries that are lightweight, high-performance, and sourced entirely from within the United States.

There are two major players in the 360 camera market, Insta360 and GoPro. Both offer similar products but at much different price points, so which is better?

DJI is pushing the limits of autonomous drone safety with its latest firmware update for the DJI Dock 3 and Matrice 4D series. This update introduces a new accessory: a LiDAR-based Obstacle Sensing Module that helps DJI drones avoid even the thinnest hazards in flight — including wires just 12 millimeters thick.

DJI has officially teased a new drone featuring a spinning triple-camera system, with a launch scheduled for May 13 at 12 p.m. GMT. This announcement has fueled speculation about the upcoming DJI Mavic 4 Pro, and recent leaks provide insights into its anticipated features.

As disruptions to USAID’s global aid programs continue, Ghana has taken swift action to ensure vital medical supplies reach its citizens without delay — or additional cost. In a decisive move, the Ghanaian government has deepened its partnership with Zipline, a US-based company known for using drones to deliver medical goods, to maintain consistent access to life-saving health commodities.

California-based drone maker Skydio has delivered its first batch of X10D drones to a deploying US Army unit as part of Tranche 2 of the Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) program. The company announced that hundreds of its drones were shipped within just five days of receiving the order — an urgent request from a unit preparing for imminent deployment.

It was just a few days ago that we saw our first potential photo of the DJI Osmo 360, although I called it sketchy and potentially photoshopped. Turns out I might owe Xdrones Studio an apology as over the weekend all the usual leakers shared more photos of the camera, although it’s still uncertain if and when it will come out.

When Insta360 launched the X4 last year, it felt like a giant leap forward for 360° content creators. With stunning 8K video and a sleek design, it quickly became the go-to camera for adventurers, vloggers, and anyone who wanted every angle covered. But now, Insta360 is back with the new X5, and it’s not just leveling up — it’s rewriting the rules.

A recent hearing by the US House Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs revealed a troubling surge in unauthorized drone activity over US military installations, posing what officials describe as a serious threat to national security.

In a new blog post, DJI shared how DJI’s Dock drone-in-a-box system served as a “blueprint” for future citywide disaster response. Another reason how drones are doing the world good, saving lives, and keeping communities safe.

A Silicon Valley drone startup just stepped out of stealth mode — and it’s coming straight for DJI’s throne.

A potential leak shows what looks like product images of what they’re calling the DJI Osmo 360. How likely is this? What could it possibly be?

DJI released its latest industry report on the state of DJI drone use in the agricultural industry. The study, which is paid for by DJI, shows that nearly 400,000 DJI agricultural drones were used at the end of 2024, a 90% increase from its first study in 2020.

“My drone’s battery is half-empty and I didn’t even fly it!”

If that sounds familiar, don’t worry — it’s not a defect. It’s actually your DJI drone battery doing something very smart. Let’s dive into why this happens, and explore how DJI batteries protect themselves when your drone is just sitting on the shelf.