Aerial package delivery becomes reality with DJI FlyCart 30 cargo drone
Last year, our City Hall did some tests on aerial medical transportation between two hospitals. The cargo drone they used was custom-made and did not look good or professional like the DJI FlyCart 30. The proof of concept was somehow successful, except the drone needed to emergency land two times due to poor weather conditions. Instead, the DJI FlyCart...
CaddxFPV Ratel Pro: Analog FPV isn’t dead (yet)?
Although one of the best manufacturers of analog FPV cameras for a long time, CaddxFPV has joined DJI's digital HD FPV platform, then quickly made another change and focused exclusively on the Walsknail Avatar HD FPV transmission system. Honestly, I was surprised when I read about the release of the Rate Pro camera for the analog FPV systems that...
HoverAir X1: Selfie drone for TikTok and other content creators
This morning, scrolling through TikTok videos, I came across a post from a content creator that showed its new selfie drone, the HoverAir X1. Like the AEE Sparrow, AirSelfie Air Neo S, or Simtoo Hoshi 007, the Zero Zero Robotic X1 Airselfie drone also has a caged design. The drone can be folded to fit inside your pocket, making it...
BLUETTI AC70: 1000W Battery Backup for Power Outages
One of my friends recently moved to a village with electricity problems. As gas boilers, pellet stoves, and heating water recirculation pumps don't like power outages, he asked me to recommend a battery backup solution, knowing that lately, I have reviewed a couple of power stations. Starting from its budget (willing to spend around $600) and its needs, I...
Betaflight 4.5 firmware released: What’s new?
While everyone was busy unwrapping Christmas gifts, the BetaFlight team released a new upgrade for its popular open-source flight controller firmware. In this article, we will focus on what's new in Betaflight 4.5 and if it's worth upgrading from previous BF versions with the risk of undetected bugs of a new release.
The BF 4.5 is an incremental release, meaning...
Insta360’s Tiny Vlogging Camera GO 3 gets a black skin
Insta360's tiny vlogging camera, released in June 2023 in Arctic White upon the request of many content creators, is now also available in Midnight Black color. The camera weighs only 35g (1.2oz), and its unique magnetic body provides effortless mounting. Capture amazing hands-free shots from creative angles, see the world from your pet's view, or uncover fresh perspectives.
The biggest...
BetaFPV Pavo35: Powerful CineWhoop for GoPro 12
I'm a big fan of BetaFPV's PAVO series; I have already reviewed the Pavo Pivo, Pavo20, and Pavo30. I like the Whoop-style design with duct propellers. The new Pavo35 is the series's biggest and most powerful model and is intended to carry a full-size action camera such as the GoPro 12 or Insta360 Ace Pro.
Equipped with Lava 2006-2400KV brushless...
DarwinFPV CineApe35 with GPS and three FPV options
DarwinFPV's newest CineWhoop-style FPV drone has three FPV options: Analog, DJI O3 Air Unit, and RunCam Washp. Another exciting feature of the CineApe35 is the onboard GM8 GPS module, allowing BetaFlight fail-safe return to home.
The DarwinFPV CineApe35 has two power options: 4s and 6s. The only difference between the two versions is the KV number of the motors. The...
FLSUN S1 and T1: Enclosed High-Speed Delta 3D printers
This week, I was contacted by FLSUN on the occasion of the launch of two new 3D printer models. FLSUN S1 and T1 adopt a delta design and enclosed full metal frame structure. Besides the different build volumes, these two machines have many other significant differences, which is expected as the S1 costs two times more than the T1.
Besides...
RadioMaster RP4TD: GEMINI ready ELRS diversity RX
RadioMaster is a company that, from the beginning, started to offer ExpressLRS-compatible devices, including transmitters and receivers. Their new RP4TD diversity ELRS RX module comes with a dual-antenna system for improved range and penetration. When paired with TX modules such as the BetaFPV SuperG, you can use the ELRS Gemini mode.
To ensure improved stability, regardless of temperature, the RadioMaster...
GoPro 12 vs Insta360 Ace Pro: Which is the best deal for Black Friday 2023
With the Ace Pro, it’s clear that Insta360 wants to offer a GoPro alternative. Even the most popular brands have haters, not just fans, so there is room for new companies in any market segment. Both action cameras were released in 2023, with a two-month gap between them, and are the flagship models of the companies.
Black Friday season has...