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DJI has rolled out Fly app version 1.18.0, bringing one major addition: support for its newly launched Mini 5 Pro drone. Released today, this update officially makes the Mini 5 Pro compatible with remote controllers, including the DJI RC-N3, DJI RC 2, and DJI RC Pro 2. Pilots selecting one of those controllers will now be able to use the Fly app seamlessly with the newest drone to be added to the DJI Mini series.

DJI has finally unveiled its long-anticipated Mini 5 Pro, but for the first time in the Mini series’ history, the company is admitting the drone might not live up to its signature promise: staying under 250 grams. And that small change could cause big headaches for recreational pilots worldwide.

DJI has done it again. The world’s biggest consumer drone maker just unveiled the Mini 5 Pro, and it might be the most advanced “mini” drone we’ve ever seen. Think big camera power in a palm-sized body: the kind of device that makes you want to pack your bags, find a scenic overlook, and start filming like a pro.

DJI announced its teaser for the “Pro in Mini” release event for this Wednesday. The expectation is that it will be the announcement of a refreshed DJI Mini drone, the Mini 5 Pro. However, if you’re in the US, you will have likely only seen DJI’s social posts and nothing else.

It’s release season again, and DJI has just teased another product the company will be announcing this Wednesday at 8:00 AM ET. While the company still wants to maintain secrecy ahead of the launch, we have a pretty good idea of what is coming, per leaks over the last couple of months.

When you think of the Vatican, you imagine centuries-old art, sacred rituals, soaring architecture. But this weekend, St. Peter’s Square got a futuristic makeover: over 3,000 custom drones danced and painted the sky with light, recreating Michelangelo’s masterpieces, honoring the late Pope Francis, and bringing together music, tech, and faith like never before.

If you own a DJI Mini 4 Pro, Air 3S, Mavic 4 Pro, or any of DJI’s popular camera drones, you know that battery management is key to maximizing your flight time. But what happens when your drone charges too slowly, or worse, won’t charge at all? DJI has released detailed guidance to help drone pilots choose the right charger, troubleshoot battery issues, and keep their gear in top shape. Let’s break it down so you can get back to flying with confidence.

If you missed IFA 2025 in Berlin, you should know that DJI is turning heads at one of the world’s biggest tech shows, scooping up multiple “Best of IFA” awards from top media outlets. And more wins are expected!

DroneDeploy just hit a major milestone, and it could reshape the future of construction, inspection, and site management for drone pilots everywhere. The reality capture leader has officially reached break-even, meaning it’s now fully self-sustaining. Instead of chasing profitability, the company can plow every dollar it earns straight into product development, and its first move is big: a $15 million strategic raise dedicated entirely to advancing its AI and robotics offerings.

DJI has just released a new firmware update, version v01.00.09.00, for its high-capacity portable power station, the Power 1000 V2, bringing “improved stability” and fixes for several “known issues.”

Two Chinese nationals are headed for trial in Malaysia in an espionage case that’s grabbing global headlines. And it all started with a DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise drone.

In a case that highlights the sharp legal and safety stakes when drones operate near crowds, a Queens woman filed suit earlier this year after being struck by a DJI drone during a Fourth of July drone-and-fireworks display in New York.

Confined space inspections are some of the most dangerous jobs out there, and they remain a major safety concern across industries. Every year, workers are injured or even killed while entering tight, hazardous areas inside power plants, water infrastructure, and oil and gas facilities. Swiss robotics company Flybotix thinks it has a better way, and investors seem to agree.

As US Space Command prepares to make Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, its permanent home, the city is poised to play an even bigger role in the nation’s aerospace and defense ecosystem. The relocation, which is expected to bring about 1,400 jobs and significant federal investment, is already fueling a wave of new partnerships and innovation in what many call Rocket City.

Silicon Valley drone startup SiFly has officially claimed a Guinness World Record after flying its Q12 drone for more than three hours — nearly an hour longer than the previous record. The groundbreaking flight took place on July 26 at Amaral Ranches in California’s Salinas Valley, witnessed by eight official observers, including Apple Distinguished Engineer Paul Baker and NASA Ames Research Aerospace Engineer Chris Silva.

When two back-to-back storms knocked out power for more than 700,000 homes, businesses, and farms across Ireland last winter, the country’s national electricity utility ESB needed a faster way to get the lights back on. The solution? Drones.

DJI has rolled out a significant firmware update for its enterprise-grade Dock 3 and Matrice 4 series drones. Dock 3 firmware v14.03.00.03 and aircraft firmware v14.03.00.03 bring sharper intelligence, enhanced safety, and greater operational flexibility for US professionals across public safety, infrastructure inspection, surveying, and other applications.

DJI has rolled out a new firmware update for its flagship Osmo 360 camera, giving creators and hobbyists alike a smoother, more intuitive shooting experience. The update brings a clever new shooting shortcut, boosted 8K video quality, and richer color performance — making one of the most popular 360° cameras on the market even more capable.

DJI has rolled out a game-changing firmware update for the new Power 2000 portable power station, v01.00.12.00, bringing brand-new Energy Saver capabilities, including Scheduled Periods and Grid-Tied ESS, now accessible via the DJI Home app.

Here’s what’s new for DJI Action 5 Pro owners today: a small-but-useful firmware that quietly improves privacy and polish, while giving fence-sitters one more reason to jump in.

Earlier this month, DJI entered the 360-camera market with its Osmo 360 camera. The kicker was that if you lived in the U.S., DJI wasn’t selling them directly, and most third-party stores also couldn’t get them. That may have changed, although in the most unlikely way, with the camera now being listed on DJI’s Amazon store page.

A 71-year-old Chinese-born Canadian citizen has been deported from the United States after pleading guilty to using his DJI Mavic 3 Pro drone to capture hundreds of unauthorized images of Cape Canaveral Space Force Base in Florida.

The fallout from last year’s holiday drone show mishap at Lake Eola in downtown Orlando has escalated into the courtroom. Earlier this month, Adriana Edgerton, the mother of a 7-year-old boy struck by a malfunctioning drone during the December 21, 2024, performance, filed a sweeping negligence and product liability lawsuit in Orange County Circuit Court against the City of Orlando and four companies tied to the event.