If you’re in the market for a drone that feels both futuristic and ready for action, DJI just gave the Mini 5 Pro another reason to steal your attention, and possibly your wallet. A fresh firmware rollout, aircraft v01.00.0400, and updated controller firmware across all major remotes have just hit the skies and brought smart […]
DJI’s latest Fly app update moves the future of drone flying a little closer to your wrist. Version 1.19.4 brings Apple Watch support to three of DJI’s most portable, controller-free drones: DJI Neo 2, DJI Flip, and DJI Neo. That means you can view live video, check battery levels, and issue basic voice flight commands […]
One-click drone 3D modeling specialist SkyeBrowse has just released its most significant update of the year. The super simple drone reality capture platform has rolled out enhancements that make 3D modeling even faster, higher quality, and more accessible, even in remote locations with poor cellular connectivity. more…
DJI has made flying a drone feel a whole lot more futuristic. With a brand-new firmware update, the DJI Neo 2 now supports Apple Watch remote control, letting you steer, track, record, and manage your drone right from your wrist. And here’s the kicker: the original DJI Neo is getting the same Apple Watch compatibility […]
Action cameras have come a long way since GoPro’s release of its original Hero camera back in 2004. I mean, they’re no longer film-based (something I actually didn’t know until researching this story). They have turned into not just cameras for bikers, surfers, or other extreme sports; they are now full-featured cameras that can be […]
With the holiday season in full swing, many Americans are already preparing for festivities, winter road trips, or cozy nights at home… but there’s another reason this time of year is ideal for buying a portable power station: winter storms and cold weather create a high risk for power outages. That’s exactly why DJI power […]
In this guest Op-Ed, AUVSI President and CEO Michael Robbins explores how the SAFER SKIES Act breaks a years-long policy stalemate and delivers long-needed clarity for public safety agencies. Here, he explains why the new framework strengthens both security and industry growth at a pivotal moment for U.S. drone operations. DRONELIFE does not make or […]
By DroneLife Features Editor Jim Magill Palladyne AI, an artificial intelligence and machine-learning software company, which recently launched a defense arm to develop AI-enabled drone systems for use in warfare, is committed to keeping humans in the loop regarding combat decisions, according to the company’s leader. “With our AI platforms, humans are able to supervise, […]
U.S. drone manufacturer Skydio has reached a new milestone, with its aircraft now deployed in more than 1,000 public safety agencies across the country. The company shared the news with DRONELIFE and noted that agencies range from major departments such as the New York Police Department and the San Francisco Police Department to small rural […]
ideaForge Technology Limited has announced a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) to integrate drone technology into India’s nationwide emergency response infrastructure. The partnership combines ideaForge’s FLYGHT platform—a Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) offering—with C-DAC’s Emergency Response Support System (ERSS–Dial 112), which processes emergency requests for police, fire, and medical […]
DefendEye and EAGL Technology, Inc. have announced a strategic partnership that integrates gunshot detection sensors with autonomous drone deployment to accelerate public safety response. The combined solution can detect a gunshot and deploy a drone directly above the shooter in under 20 seconds—substantially faster than traditional emergency response timelines measured in minutes. The partnership establishes […]
By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Creating an ecosystem to support a flourishing drone manufacturing base to meet the future needs of U.S. industrial customers is going to take several years and involve a partnership between AUV producers and the federal government. A Houston-based producer of agricultural spray drones is doing its part to facilitate […]