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DJI has unveiled an innovative medium telephoto lens with the widest aperture and longest focal length of any DJI DL Lens: the DL 75mm F1.8 lens. This lens is specially designed for the Inspire 3 drone, which features the Zenmuse X9-Air gimbal camera.

Goggles 3 is the latest immersive FPV (First-Person View) headset from DJI, designed to enhance the drone flying experience. Its compatibility with multiple DJI drones and controllers makes it a valuable addition to any FPV enthusiast’s drone toolkit.

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…

DJI released its newest drone offering, Neo, an ultra-light, hands-free, and budget drone that still packs everything you need to capture the moment without compromises. A first-of-its-kind drone for the company, it will compete directly with Hover Air’s X1 Pro and X1 Pro Max.

DJI drone users, if you’ve been syncing your flight records with the company’s servers, it’s time to take action. DJI recently announced that it will no longer support the option to sync flight logs in the United States. Now, the company says access to previously stored flight data will end in mid-October for DJI Fly users, and by November 7 for DJI Pilot users. All flight data stored in the cloud will then be permanently deleted.

Volarious, a Singapore-based company known for its tethered drone technology, has launched its latest product: the V-Line Pro for the DJI Matrice 350 (M350) RTK drone. This new system allows the DJI M350 to stay airborne for extended periods, making it ideal for a variety of operations, from surveillance to event monitoring.

Drone technology company Red Cat Holdings has announced the closing of its acquisition of California-based FlightWave Aerospace Systems. The acquisition officially brings FlightWave Edge 130 into Red Cat’s family of low-cost, portable uncrewed reconnaissance and precision lethal strike systems.

GoPro has unveiled two new action cameras: the feature-packed Hero 13 Black, priced at $399, and the ultra-compact 4K Hero, priced at $199. Both models are designed to cater to different types of users, from seasoned adventurers and filmmakers to casual enthusiasts.

Elsight, a specialist in connectivity solutions for uncrewed and autonomous systems, has launched an aftermarket upgrade kit for two of DJI’s most popular commercial drones, the Matrice 30 and Matrice 350. Elsight’s DroneCommX solution is designed to enhance the functionality and security of these drones, which are widely used across various sectors including public safety, law enforcement, and emergency response.

Japanese drone manufacturer ACSL has made a couple of exciting announcements today. The company has introduced a new thermal camera option for its SOTEN drones and also expanded its US team by appointing three leading industry figures to its advisory board.

Swiss drone maker Wingtra has just rolled out a major update to its WingtraCLOUD platform, introducing fully integrated, advanced map processing capabilities. With this enhancement, the company hopes to make aerial insights more accessible to professionals in sectors such as construction, mining, and urban planning.

The world’s biggest consumer drone maker DJI has issued a detailed response to recent US congressional concerns regarding its relationship with Texas-based Anzu Robotics.

Detroit-based Airspace Link, a leading platform in drone integration, is stepping up its game by entering the Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) market. The company has announced significant upgrades to its FAA-approved AirHub platform, offering new tools to help drone operators manage air traffic more effectively and safely across the United States.

DJI has officially teased the launch of its latest drone, the Neo, set for release on September 5 at 9 am ET. While DJI has tried to keep most details under wraps, a slew of leaks and insider reports have provided a glimpse of what this compact, user-friendly drone will bring to the market.

LiDAR mapping specialist GeoCue and Swiss drone manufacturer Xer Technologies are joining forces to make large-scale surveying and mapping easier for professionals. The two companies are integrating GeoCue’s TrueView 720 LiDAR and imagery sensor with Xer’s X8 drone, creating a tool to make aerial mapping faster, more accurate, and more accessible.

Texas-based drone firm Anzu Robotics is facing scrutiny from US lawmakers over its relationship with DJI. The House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party has raised concerns that Anzu might be serving as a “passthrough” for DJI to circumvent US sanctions.

In a sweeping move to enforce safety in US airspace, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a whopping $341,413 in civil penalties against 27 drone operators who violated federal regulations. The FAA has issued these fines for incidents occurring between October 2022 and June 2024.

Reality data capture tech specialist FlyGuys has announced the launch of a new Pilot Experience department, designed to enhance support, training, and development for drone pilots across the US.

In an unexpected twist during their headlining performance at a concert in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canadian rock band Arkells found themselves intrigued by an unauthorized drone that filmed their set. The Juno-winning group, performing at the Burt Block Party last weekend, spotted the drone hovering dangerously close to the stage, capturing what lead singer Max Kerman believes could be “kind of cool” footage.

The United States National Drone Association (USNDA) has officially announced its formation, with offices in Washington, DC, and its national headquarters situated at Full Sail University in Florida. The USNDA aims to advance drone technology across various sectors by collaborating with students, faculty, and industry leaders through academic and technological partnerships.

Autel Robotics has released a huge new firmware update for the EVO Max drone series, bringing a host of fresh features and optimizations. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new and improved in the aircraft and remote controller firmware v1.8.2.237.

Drone inspection and surveying services specialist Cyberhawk has received a coveted nationwide Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This authorization allows Cyberhawk to conduct drone operations across the US without the constraints of maintaining visual contact with the drone — a major leap forward for the company and the industries it serves.

Switzerland-based drone technology leader, Wingtra, has secured a solid $25 million backing in its Series B1 funding round, drawing investments from a diverse group of prominent US, Swiss, and Austrian funds and family offices.