RadioMaster Bandit ExpressLRS: 915MHz ELRS RX and TX
After testing so much 2.4GHZ ELRS hardware, I thought it was time to review some 915MHz equipment too. RadioMaster's Bandit series includes three TX units (RF, Micro, and NANO) and two RX modules (BR1 and BR3). In this article, we will check out the features and how to set up the Bandit Nano transmitter module and BR3 radio receiver.
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Zhiyun FIVERAY M20C: Light Up The Sky!
Drone light painting empowers photographers to craft avant-garde content using photographer-controlled light from the sky. The Zhiyun FIVERAY M20C is sufficiently small and lightweight to be installed on most consumer drones, allowing the creation of viral social media content. With more than 16 light modes, it will make your drone look like a UFO. Its built-in battery allows about...
Fullsend 6S 6000mAh Li-Ion: Holy Grail of long range FPV
Lithium-ion or Li-ion batteries generally have a higher energy density than other battery chemistries, including LiPo. This means that Li-ion packs can store more energy in the same physical size, allowing longer flight times and increased range. For example, by comparison, the iFlight Fullsend 6S 6000mAh weighs just 608 grams, and a LIPO battery with the same power weighs...
OCTOPUS launching a pocket, drone-friendly 4K RAW cinema camera
BlackMagic was the favorite Cinemaca Camera brand for drone photographers for many years. OCTOPUS CINEMA's upcoming Pocket Sized Super 16 Cinema Camera, called the OCTOPUS16, measures 80x80x50mm (3.14 x 3.14 x 1.96″) and weighs less than 400g (0.88 lb). With these physical parameters, it can be installed on four-rotor 10"+ FPV drones and smaller eight-rotor CineWhoops.
Hollywood needs better quality...
BetaFPV Nano TX V2: First 2W ELRS with T-LED antenna
BetaFPV's second-generation Nano TX module comes with significant upgrades from its predecessor, making the ELRS radio link even more stable over long ranges. The unit comes with ExpressLRS V3.3 firmware.
The BetaFPV Nano TX V2 was announced with three frequency options. The 2.4GHz edition has a maximum output power of 1W, and the 915/868MHz with a max output power of...
ISDT 608PD charger: Tiny but Mighty
When I started this hobby, I remember that LIPO chargers were big, heavy, and had a max power of 30-50W. Instead, the ISDT 608PD fits inside your pocket, weighs just 85 grams, and has a charging power of up to 240W. Furthermore, it can be monitored and controlled via a mobile app.
Priced for only $29.99, it is ISDT's cheapest...
Jumper T20 GEMINI: Fully-Featured ELRS radio!
The Jumper T20 GEMINI is the third model of the family, and as its name suggests comes with a built-in twin ELRS TX module. The T20G inherits the small form factor and full-size RDC90 gimbals of the T20S. In this review, we will discover all the differences and if it is worth the extra money.
Once you delve into the...
HQProp propellers for all-sized FPV drones
Since I started building FPV drones, HQProp has been in the top three of my personal choice. I tried to avoid using propellers from known brands despite being cheaper. This review will look closer at six of their props.
Propellers, also known as props, are considered consumables and are not given much importance, although they are directly responsible for the...
RunCam’s new 6th-generation FPV camera fills a small niche
If you’re looking for a lightweight camera for FPV drones, UAVs, RC vehicles, or any application where you want a more compact camera, the RunCam 6 is the camera to choose. Weighting just 45 grams, it is ideal for 2-3.5" drones that are not powerful enough to carry a full-size GoPro action camera.
While the RunCam HD (gen1), RunCam 2...
ChiTu Conjure PLA+ and High Speed PLA 3D filaments
Probably everyone into 3D printing hobby has already heard about the Chitubox slicing program. Still, in this review, we will focus on the company's ChiTu JAMG HE Conjure PLA+ and Hi-Speed PLA Pus 3D filaments, which I had not heard until a few weeks ago.
To get the best out of our 3D-printed models, you must find the perfect balance...
Walksnail Moonlight: A major upgrade for digital FPV
After years of experience flying analog FPV drones, I upgraded my fleet to HD digital FPV last year. I used for most of them DJI O3 Air Unit kits and HD Avatar systems for a few. CaddxFPV's new Walksnail Moonlight, featuring 4K resolution and Starlight low-light performance, seems to be a game changer. Practically, it has everything you could...