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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched a brand-new Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) system, marking the first major overhaul of the decades-old service that alerts pilots — including drone operators — to temporary airspace restrictions, hazards, and flight disruptions. The modernized platform, called the NOTAM Management Service (NMS), is designed to be faster, more reliable, and cloud-based, arriving months ahead of schedule after years of outages and frustration with the legacy system.

DJI has issued a sharp response to last week’s US court ruling that keeps the company on the Pentagon’s blacklist of “Chinese military companies.” While the world’s largest drone maker is disappointed by the decision, it emphasizes that the court has actually validated its long-standing claim: DJI is not controlled by China’s government, nor is it tied to the military.

DJI has rolled out a new firmware package for its flagship Mavic 4 Pro, making the already powerhouse drone even more appealing for creators. The update — aircraft firmware v01.00.0300, along with new versions for both RC controllers and the DJI Fly app — introduces several features aimed squarely at pilots who value flexibility and cinematic control.

DJI has rolled out a new firmware update for its new thumb-sized Osmo Nano camera, bringing a mix of small but meaningful improvements. The focus is on playback, performance efficiency, and overall stability.

In a quiet move that has flown under much of the industry radar, DJI has introduced a new iteration in the Mavic 3 Enterprise drone lineup: the Mavic 3TA (Advanced). Rather than replacing the existing Mavic 3T, this version appears to supplement it, targeted toward users who want enhanced thermal imaging in the same portable package.

When DJI launched the Osmo 360 this July, the buzz was huge. It was DJI’s first dedicated 360-degree camera, packed with dual 1-inch sensors, 8K video, and all the stabilization magic creators expect. But there was one catch: you had to pay launch pricing — $549.99 for the Standard Combo or $699.99 for the Adventure Combo. Now, just a couple of months later, DJI has done something almost unheard of: a massive 25% discount on the Osmo 360. The Standard Combo is down to $412.99, and the Adventure Combo — with an invisible selfie stick and multifunctional battery case — is just $524.99.

With colder days and holiday travel on the horizon, DJI has quietly dropped a massive discount on one of its most popular action cameras yet. The Osmo Action 4 Essential Combo, a rugged little powerhouse built for everything from ski slopes to family road trips, is now selling for $239 in the US —down from its usual $289. For anyone eyeing an upgrade before winter adventures begin, the timing couldn’t be better.

A US federal judge has just delivered a big blow to DJI, ruling that the world’s top drone maker will remain on the Pentagon’s blacklist of companies tied to China’s military.

DJI, or Da-Jiang Innovations, is the biggest consumer drone maker on the planet. Founded in a college dorm room in 2006, the company today commands nearly 70% of the global drone market, offering its products in over 100 countries. While competitors continue to innovate and deliver alternatives, DJI’s incredible offerings have made it impossible for others to surpass its market leadership. Naturally, observers have long wondered how DJI maintains such unparalleled dominance in the industry. The tech giant is now breaking its silence to reveal just how.

Insta360, long celebrated for its wearable and handheld imaging gear, is formally entering the professional audio hardware space with Insta360 Wave — a levitating, AI-enabled speakerphone designed for meetings, podcasts, and creator workflows. While the company previously offered a compact mic/transmitter solution (Mic Air) for use with its cameras, the new Wave marks its boldest move yet into pro audio.

Skydio has announced two new drones — the R10 and F10 — aimed at transforming how first responders, infrastructure operators, and defense teams carry out missions. One drone is built for navigating tight indoor spaces, while the other offers fixed-wing speed and endurance designed for rural and long-range operations. Together, they signal a major expansion of Skydio’s vision for autonomous aerial intelligence.

Looking for the perfect travel companion, a jaw-dropping holiday gift, or just an excuse to finally get into drones? The DJI Mini 3 has never been cheaper. Its latest price drop takes this lightweight, feature-packed flyer into record-low territory: a deal that’s hard to pass up, whether you’re buying for yourself or someone else.

If GoPro’s MAX2 360° camera was intended to steal the headlines, the company made sure it didn’t overshadow its other surprises. Alongside the MAX2, GoPro has unveiled LIT HERO, a compact lifestyle camera with an integrated light, and Fluid Pro AI, a multi-device gimbal with AI subject tracking. These two new entries signal that GoPro is not just competing in the high-end 360 world but doubling down on creator tools across the board.

When DJI thought it had the fall spotlight all to itself with the launch of the Osmo Nano, GoPro decided to crash the party. On the very same day, the California-based action cam pioneer pulled the wraps off its new flagship 360° camera — the GoPro MAX2 — boasting the world’s first true 8K immersive video.

When Los Angeles wildfires raged earlier this year, every minute counted. But one tech mogul’s reckless curiosity with a DJI Mini 3 Pro drone grounded a vital firefighting plane mid-mission, and now he’s paying the price.

DJI kicked off fall with the splashy launch of its Mini 5 Pro drone, but US fans were left out, since the highly anticipated aircraft never made it stateside. Today, though, American creators finally get a win: the brand-new Osmo Nano wearable camera has officially landed, and unlike the Mini 5 Pro, it’s available to buy right now!

Uber is officially going airborne. The company just announced its first-ever investment in drone delivery, teaming up with Israeli startup Flytrex to make food orders literally drop out of the sky. Pilot programs are expected to kick off in select US markets before the end of 2025.

If you fly a DJI drone in the United States for professional purposes, buckle up: the Federal Aviation Administration’s new draft rule, FAA Part 108, could dramatically alter the way you operate. On paper, Part 108 is meant to finally normalize routine beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flights at scale, a move many in the drone industry have been waiting for years. But as written, it could shut out much of the existing DJI fleet, or any other non-US-made drone that American pilots actually use every day.

DJI has released a new firmware update for Osmo 360, expanding the camera’s creative toolkit in some meaningful ways. Firmware v01.02.07.20, along with the DJI Mimo app v2.4.8 for iOS and Android, introduces new low-light video options, audio upgrades, and even a privacy safeguard — subtle but practical changes that reflect how people are using the camera in real life.

DJI has brought its A-game to the new Mini 5 Pro, and drone fans everywhere are excited. Bigger sensor, better obstacle sensing, and incremental boosts in flight performance put it on many pilots’ wish lists. But there’s a catch — the new DJI drone isn’t officially coming to the US. For American flyers, that raises a dilemma: Do you wait it out, try importing, or pick it up overseas, or stick with the proven Mini 4 Pro that’s already available at home? And with questions around whether the Mini 5 Pro truly weighs in under 250 grams, the decision matters even more for recreational pilots. Let’s break it down.

DJI isn’t slowing down. The company just pulled the wraps off its new Mini 5 Pro drone — though, frustratingly, not in the US market — and now it’s already teasing another big release. Scheduled for September 23 at 8 a.m. EDT, DJI’s next reveal is billed under the tagline “Own the Moment.” And if the teaser video is any clue, the mystery product looks very much like the long-awaited Osmo Nano camera.

Drones are buzzing over Helsinki’s West Harbor this week, but they’re not there for stunning skyline shots. Instead, they’re keeping a close eye on traffic.

If you’ve just unboxed DJI’s brand-new Mini 5 Pro, your first stop isn’t the skies — it’s the settings menu. DJI has already rolled out the drone’s very first firmware update, unlocking a set of features we knew were going to be there, but needed this patch to go live.

DJI just dropped the brand-new Mini 5 Pro, starting at $769. But here’s the thing: it isn’t officially available in the US. So while Americans wait (and wonder) if it will ever hit store shelves, here’s a drone deal you can actually buy today. The DJI Mini 4K is back on sale for Amazon Prime members for just $249, down from its usual $299.