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Planning for road trips and other outdoor activities this summer? This portable power station from DJI is your ideal travel companion, especially now that it’s dropped to an amazing $599 at Amazon, down from its usual $999.

Auterion, a Switzerland-based open-source autonomous computing tech provider, has unveiled a new solution that allows militaries to combat drones at the cost of smartphones.

The United States has added Chinese drone maker Autel Robotics to its trade blacklist due to national security concerns. Tech giant DJI was placed on this list in 2020. But at that time, the US Department of Commerce cited “human rights abuses” as the reason behind DJI’s inclusion in its “Entity List”.

Drone show organizer and tech creator Verge Aero has made history by performing the first public drone display featuring pyrotechnics in the Americas. The event took place in central Austin near Ladybird Lake, marking a spectacular celebration for the Texas Longhorns as they commenced their first day of Southeastern Conference (SEC) membership.

GoDrone, the leading flight-planning app for professional and recreational drone pilots in the Netherlands, has been relaunched with new features, upgrades, and data sets. The app also introduces an innovative pre-flight “accepted” status.

DJI’s July 4th deals are here with huge discounts on the tech giant’s most popular and capable flying cameras: Air 3 and Mini 3. It’s an excellent opportunity for drone and photography enthusiasts to upgrade to highly-rated products at bargain prices.

New data from the airspace security specialist Dedrone has revealed a concerning trend: one-third of all drone flights on the busiest drone flying day of the year, July 4th, violate FAA rules.

DJI has announced significant updates to its Mimo app, bringing enhanced functionality for Osmo Action 4 camera users. The updates aim to provide an enriched video creation experience by enabling you to create high-quality, engaging content effortlessly.

With the House passing the ban on new DJI drones here in the US and the possibility of a similar bill passing the Senate, is it time US companies try to enter the market? Are there even any companies left that could make it work?

One-click drone reality capture platform SkyeBrowse has released its fastest 3D model loader ever and also improved interior mapping outputs for Lite/Premium subscription tiers.

Days after being spotted on the UAE tech regulator website, the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro has made its way to the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) database. Is DJI prepping to announce the release date of its new action camera?

Adam Bry, CEO of Skydio, has decided to address criticism that his company is lobbying for a DJI drone ban in the US to eliminate competition.

DJI, the global leader in drone technology, appears to be branching into an unexplored market with the company’s official Instagram account teasing a new Amflow Bikes brand built around a DJI Avinox mid-drive motor.

Tech giant DJI may soon unveil a new action camera, the Osmo Action 5 Pro. This information, disclosed through a regulatory filing spotted by a DJI leaker, hints at a potentially significant upgrade from its predecessor, the Osmo Action 4.

US lawmakers are urging the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Energy (DOE) to declassify information regarding the potential national security risks posed by Chinese-manufactured drones, particularly DJI.

In a bizarre turn of events in Clermont, Florida, a 72-year-old man was arrested after allegedly shooting at a Walmart delivery drone. “A bullet hole was discovered in the payload the drone was carrying,” the police said.

This week Yifei and Seth discussing DJI’s possible loophole for getting around the possible ban, another drone is shot down, and more news from the week.

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DJI has released new firmware updates for some of its most advanced flying cameras, Mini 4 Pro and Air 3. Additionally, the tech giant has also rolled out a new firmware package for its next-gen drone remote controller RC 2.

DJI has updated its LightCut video editing app for Apple users, including support for the recently released iOS 18 beta and fixing an issue with footage import.

D-Log mode, a feature prominent in DJI drones and cameras, is a powerful tool for content creators striving for high-quality, professional-grade footage. To grasp its significance, it’s essential to delve into what D-Log mode is and why it matters.

A 60-year-old has been arrested by New York State Police for menacing in the second degree and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon. The arrest followed an incident on June 18, when Ogdensburg resident Joseph H. Dishaw allegedly shot down a neighbor’s drone using a shotgun.

Tank terminal operators in Germany are quickly pivoting to drones for cost-effective and reliable tank roof inspections. AI-driven autonomous inspection solutions are helping operators to perform inspection flights remotely, without the need for onsite pilots.

Public safety drone technology specialist BRINC has partnered with mission-critical communications software developer HigherGround to enable real-time 911 call streaming.