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 […]
Exploitation of the Homeless for Online Laughs Draws Condemnation In Pueblo, Colorado, a disturbing series of events has unfolded as Henry “Hank” Borunda, a local developer with significant property holdings, has been accused of using a drone to film and harass homeless individuals for the amusement of social media audiences. His actions have sparked widespread […]
Officials in Ukraine have made a series of announcements on plans to dramatically increase drone production in the nation’s effort to drive out invading Russian forces, including a pledge to manufacture over a million first-person view (FPV) craft for attack and reconnaissance missions. This week, Ukraine minister for strategic industries Oleksandr Kamyshin said in a social media post the nation would further ramp […]
The largely productive year for the drone sector is drawing to a close with the less fortunate news that trailblazing North Carolina startup PrecisionHawk has filed for bankruptcy, and is shuttering the business. Raleigh-based PrecisionHawk was active in providing drone services to an array of enterprise clients, and facilitating craft integration into wider airspaces through its development of uncrewed air […]
The SZ2207 will be the second FPV motor from MEPS reviewed here on FirstQuadcopter. Both motors are intended for 5-6″ racing drones. While the SZ2306’s stator has 23mm width and 6mm height, the SZ2207’s stator is 22 mm/7 mm. The 2207 has a narrower stator width, so you can expect lighter rotational inertia that allows […]
The globe marveled at the apex of technological advancement in the not-too-distant future of 2024. As Samsung, a pioneer in invention, prepared to showcase its latest masterpiece — the Samsung Galaxy Drone Phone Camera — the air hummed with expectation. The narrative began in a bustling metropolis where the beat of life could be heard […]
The best spots for filming in Marseille with a drone In a world where audiovisual reigns supreme, capturing beauty from every angle has become a never-ending quest. Today, we invite you to discover Marseille like never before: from the skies. As a seasoned professional in aerial cinema since 2011, we have repeatedly flown over the […]
Title: Exploring the Fascinating World of Hobbyist Drone Flying Introduction:Drones have become increasingly popular in recent years, captivating hobbyists with their ability to soar through the skies and capture breathtaking aerial footage. However, before embarking on this exciting journey, it’s important to understand the regulations, responsibilities, and possibilities that come with flying a drone for […]
Tech giant DJI regularly releases firmware updates to enhance the functionality, stability, and user experience of its products. If you’ve recently bought a new DJI drone, you should know that the company strongly recommends updating firmware promptly. The DJI Fly app will notify you when a new firmware update is available. What is firmware and […]
Safe Pro launches program to use drones, AI in landmine detection By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Landmines, which kill or injure as many as 100,000 people in nations across the world every year, represent a global health crisis. Experts at the organization behind the international Minesweepers estimate that currently there are 110 million land mines in […]
