First Quadcopter

The ELEGOO Neptune 4 Max is the largest 3D printer that I reviewed. With a massive 420*420*480mm build volume, you can print big models at once without the need to glue multiple parts together. The Klipper firmware will also be a first for me. Klipper is an advanced open-source 3D printer software developed by KevinOConnor that allows you to...

When it comes to beginners, after they finish flying a couple of hours in front of a computer simulator, I recommend starting with basic kits like this BetaFPV Aquila16. They are not just affordable but also easy to fly out of the box without the need for any configuration. FPV stands for first-person view, meaning you can see what your...

Racing frames like the Skystars Bolt5 or Foxeer Caesar prioritize light weight and aerodynamic efficiency for maximum speed and maneuverability. Their geometry is optimized to have the smallest friction in the air, and the battery is mounted underneath the frame to obtain the optimal center of gravity (COG). My review refers to the SkyStars-RC Bolt5 frame kit, but as the...

Without any doubt, the FPV headset is the most expensive part of an FPV system, and you would probably like to use your investment for many years. CaddxFPV's new Walksnail Avatar HD Goggles X comes with a modular design that allows upgrading the VTX module and the antennas. The manufacturer promises the release of a next-generation receiving module that...

A few months ago, I built an iFlight Nazgul5 V3 FPV drone, and being on a tight budget, I looked for a cheap but versatile flight controller (FC). While most F7 flight controllers from reputable brands such as Diatone, SpeedyBee, RushFPV, HGLRC, or iFlight were priced close to $100, I found this JHEMCU GF30F722-ICM for only $38. F7 flight controllers...

C-FLY has released the new Faith Mini 2 drone expanding its Mini series with improved features and camera. The second-generation MINI Faith is lightweight, compact, weighing less than 249 grams and features an easy-to-use design, eliminating the need for specialized training. While the original Faith Mini, reviewed this spring on FirstQuadcopter had a 4K@15fps camera, this new edition comes with...

While all the Walksnail community is waiting for the new AVATAR HD V2 FPV goggles, CaddxFPV released a new VTX with dual antenna for better range and penetration. The  upgraded Walksnail Avatar HD VTX V2 has also a more "finished" design and extra 20x20mm mounting points. In addition to the FC connector, it has spare soldering pads. The bind...

The second generation HDZero Freestyle V2 digital FPV transmission is optimized for 3.5" and 5" FPV drones and consists of VTX, camera, and antenna. While it has only a 20x20mm mounting pattern it has up to 1W broadcast power. Divimath's HDZero V2 VTX kit is paired with a RunCam Nano 90 camera that offers four resolution modes: 720p60, 1080p30, 540p60,...

The Pocket 3 is drone-maker DJI’s upcoming pocket-stabilized 4K vlogging camera and comes with a rotative large screen for vertical and horizontal shooting modes. The third generation has also a bigger 1-inch CMOS sensor for improved low-light performance. By comparison, the original Osmo Pocket (v1) had a 1/2.3" and the second-generation OP (v2) 1/1.7" one. Quadro_News (Igor Bogdanov) via Twitter/X...

SpeedyBee's second-generation Master 5 V2 FPV drones come with two FPV options and improvements: a programmable LED strip, a more powerful 50A/80A ESC, and a TPU camera mounting base. The analog Master 5 V2 is equipped with the SpeedyBee TX800 (800mW) VTX and RunCam Phoenix2 SE camera, and the HD digital edition with DJI Air Unit O3 kit. Both...