Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro: Goodbye my old 3D printer
The new Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro 3D printer has some exciting features that make it the dream tool of any drone builder. It allows you to print all the necessary parts in the comfort of your garage. The most significant advantage of the N3 Pro over my previous printer is that the direct drive extruder allows using flexible filaments...
DJI Avata and O3 Air Unit Filter kit from K&F
If you want cinematic-like smooth footage with natural motion blur, you must slow down the DJI AVATA or O3 Air Unit shutter speed. In order to do this, you will need a good set of ND filters. By reducing unwanted reflections, a CPL filter can enhance your video quality when you fly over water surfaces. K&F Concept's Avata filter...
Walksnail WS-M181 GPS: Fast lock, 6 positioning modes
Walksnail entered the FPV world with its AVATAR HD digital FPV transmission, which wanted to offer an affordable alternative to the existing solution. Now, the company started to provide other accessories for FPV enthusiasts, such as GPS modules, VTX antennas, and more. In this review, we will have a closer look at the Walksnail WS-M181 GPS module.
Besides the telemetry...
FlyColor Trinx G5 60A ESC: Fierce, Durable & Speedy
An Electronic Speed Controller, or ESC, is a crucial electronic component in battery-powered devices such as drones, RC cars, and other brushless motor systems. Its primary function is to control the speed and direction of the motor by regulating the supplied power. 4-in-1 drone ESCs, like this FlyColor Trinx G5, boast a compact and integrated design, housing four individual...
Mintion Beagle V2: Swiss army knife of 3D printer monitoring
Even though I'm a MacGyver-type guy, I learned the importance of selecting the right tools for the job. Improvising will not always give you the expected result. The Mintion Beagle V2 is the Swiss Army knife for 3D printing monitoring. It provides real-time video feed and remote control on your phone or PC wherever you are in the world....
SUNLU 3D Printer Enclosure: An absolutely essential accessory!
3D printers are like dust magnets; if you don't cover them with something in a few days, they will be covered by a fine layer of particles. Moving parts are greased with vaseline, from which the dirt is difficult to remove. The SUNLU 3D Printer Enclosure offers excellent protection against dust and water and provides the constant temperature required...
GoPro HERO9/10/11 filter kit from K&F Concept
During my experience with FPV drones, I've learned that filters are crucial when trying to get smooth cinematic footage, but it is important to choose the correct filter and camera settings.
Neutral density (ND) and circular polarization (CPL) filters are a must-have in order to capture professional footage with GoPro Hero Black action cameras. The K&F Concept Nano-X filter kit...
RushFPV BLADE F7 AIO: FC for Hassle-free FPV drone building
RushFPV is known for its easy-to-use, solder-free flight controllers. This review will examine their latest BLADE F7 45A AIO flight module with a built-in 45A ESC.
An AIO (All-In-One) flight controller is a type of flight control system used primarily in compact FPV drones. AIOs integrate multiple components necessary for drone flight into a single circuit board. This integration commonly...
Nanovia filaments review: Best for RaceWhoops
3D printing has become increasingly popular in recent years thanks to its affordability and ability to create complex and elaborated objects in the comfort of your garage. One of the most important decisions you'll make when 3D printing is choosing the suitable filament, as the material you select will greatly affect the outcome of your project. With so many...
Heimvision HMD2 review: Self-powered IP camera
To be honest, firstly I wanted to say pass for Heimvision’s proposal regarding the possibility to test and review their products. I considered that wireless WiFi IP cameras are out of FirstQuadcopter niche. After I checked the specs and features of Heimvision HMD2, I found it helpful for many jobs. Being 100% wire-free, it can be installed easily everywhere,...
MEPS SZ F7 Mini: Small and versatile F722 flight controller
F722 flight controllers like the MEPS SZ F7 Mini find applications across various FPV drone platforms, from racing and freestyle quadcopters to professional aerial cinematography rigs—the precise flight control, advanced features, scalability, and configurability suit novice pilots and seasoned professionals.
The flight controller (FC) is a critical component of an FPV drone responsible for controlling and stabilizing the aircraft during...