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DJI’s latest Fly app update (v1.19.0) has arrived, and it’s bringing plenty of fresh smarts, especially for the company’s newest mini drone, the DJI Neo 2. The update not only enables full compatibility with the Neo 2 but also introduces a batch of intelligent flight features that make piloting easier, smoother, and a lot more fun.

For years, one thing has stopped most people from ever buying a drone: fear of crashing it. No one wants to see a shiny new gadget nosedive into a tree seconds after takeoff. DJI’s new Neo 2 aims to erase that fear completely. And in doing so, it might just become the first drone anyone can confidently fly.

DJI has released its latest smartphone stabilizer, the Osmo Mobile 8 (OM8), with cool upgrades such as 360-degree panoramic rotation and pet tracking. But here’s the kicker: it’s currently exclusive to China, with no official word yet on when, or if, it’ll land in the US. And that uncertainty isn’t just about logistics; it’s about politics.

The US government just turned up the heat on DJI, again. In a unanimous 3-0 decision, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted to give itself the authority to retroactively ban electronic devices that were already cleared for sale in the country, if their makers are later deemed national security risks.

Insta360 isn’t slowing down anytime soon. The Shenzhen-based camera maker — already GoPro’s fiercest rival — has just reported a stunning 92.6% jump in third-quarter revenue from a year earlier, and it’s celebrating the milestone with a brand-new launch: the Insta360 X4 Air, the company’s lightest-ever 8K 360 camera. 

DJI’s brand-new Romo series of smart robot vacuums is finally being released outside of the Chinese market. But none of them are coming to the US.

Editor’s update [October 30, 2025]: DJI Neo 2 officially unveiled in China

DJI has officially teased the Neo 2 drone with an October 30 launch date in China, yet global availability remains uncertain. Meanwhile, the current Neo is seeing steep discounts in the US.

The DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise promises survey-grade precision and professional versatility, but not every upgrade translates into a better user experience. After a year of real-world use, I found that DJI’s fine-tuned design choices reveal both brilliance and frustration in equal measure. Here’s what new pilots and seasoned pros alike should know before investing in the enterprise lineup.

DJI’s pocket-sized vlogging powerhouse just got a serious price drop. The DJI Osmo Pocket 3, a fan-favorite among travel vloggers and solo shooters, is enjoying a 32% discount right now, dropping its price from $799 to $543. But the timing couldn’t be more interesting: new leaks hint that DJI’s next-gen Osmo Pocket 4 could be right around the corner.

Drones are big business right now if you’re a defense contractor, building drones, designing new drones, and trying to compete with drones coming out of Ukraine and Russia. However, the bigger concern is countering drones, and the Army has a new toy to test out.

DroneShield’s systems are getting sharper, faster, and far more connected, just as governments and infrastructure operators are scrambling to manage increasingly crowded skies. The counter-drone company has rolled out ADS-B integration for smarter aircraft tracking, launched a new DroneSentry-C2 Enterprise (C2E) platform for nationwide command-and-control, and unveiled its most ambitious AI-powered software update yet.

Florida Senator Rick Scott is turning up the heat on Chinese drone giant DJI and on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which is preparing to give itself sweeping new powers to ban previously approved devices from the US market.

Artificial intelligence firm Palladyne AI and long-time drone manufacturer Draganfly have announced plans to collaborate on developing advanced autonomous and swarming capabilities for Draganfly’s UAV platforms.

If you’ve been dreaming about filming your next adventure in buttery-smooth 4K, now’s your sign to hit buy. DJI just dropped fresh deals on its most popular action cameras and audio gear, and these are some of the biggest discounts we’ve seen all year.

Ascent AeroSystems just became the first US-based small drone manufacturer to lock in CMMC Level 2 certification, and that’s a much bigger deal than it sounds.

Atlanta-based Flock Safety has unveiled Alpha, a US-built, NDAA-compliant drone designed to help law enforcement reach emergencies faster and with sharper situational awareness. The company says Alpha represents a major step forward in Drone as First Responder (DFR) technology, combining speed, endurance, and precision in one compact system.

DJI is tightening its focus on data security with two new enterprise products — FlightHub 2 On-Premises and FlightHub 2 AIO — designed to give organizations complete control over their drone operations and information.

DJI is pushing back against what it says is an unjust US ban effort. The world’s biggest drone maker has filed an appeal after a federal court upheld the Pentagon’s “Chinese Military Company” label — a decision that keeps DJI on a blacklist threatening its access to government contracts and US markets.

GeoCue made a strong statement at INTERGEO 2025 in Frankfurt, unveiling three major innovations. From a new NDAA-compliant aerial LiDAR sensor to immersive 3D visualization features in LP360 software, GeoCue’s latest developments are all about helping drone operators, surveyors, and engineers extract richer insights — and value — from their data.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is tightening its grip on foreign-made technology, and drone maker DJI may soon feel the heat. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has announced that the agency will vote on new rules allowing it to revoke certifications for previously approved devices deemed national-security risks.

What if your next 911 call was answered by a drone? Ohio has just launched the nation’s first statewide Drone First Responder (DFR) program, a two-year pilot designed to test how drones can reach emergency scenes faster, provide live aerial views to dispatchers, and ultimately help save lives.

A drone that can paint buildings? It’s not sci-fi anymore. Lucid Bots, the robotics company behind the Sherpa drone that already cleans building exteriors and windows, has unveiled a new painting and coating module, turning its flying workhorse into a full-fledged construction site partner.

What began as a mesmerizing light show over the skies of Liuyang, China, quickly turned into an apocalyptic nightmare. Hundreds of spectators ran for their lives as a high-tech drone and fireworks performance erupted into chaos, showering the crowd below with blazing debris.

Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days are in full swing, and the discounts on action cameras are seriously tempting. Whether you’re an adventure vlogger, drone pilot, or weekend traveler, now’s the perfect time to upgrade your gear.