California-based drone maker Skydio has delivered its first batch of X10D drones to a deploying US Army unit as part of Tranche 2 of the Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) program. The company announced that hundreds of its drones were shipped within just five days of receiving the order — an urgent request from a unit preparing for imminent deployment.

It was just a few days ago that we saw our first potential photo of the DJI Osmo 360, although I called it sketchy and potentially photoshopped. Turns out I might owe Xdrones Studio an apology as over the weekend all the usual leakers shared more photos of the camera, although it’s still uncertain if and when it will come out.

When Insta360 launched the X4 last year, it felt like a giant leap forward for 360° content creators. With stunning 8K video and a sleek design, it quickly became the go-to camera for adventurers, vloggers, and anyone who wanted every angle covered. But now, Insta360 is back with the new X5, and it’s not just leveling up — it’s rewriting the rules.

A recent hearing by the US House Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs revealed a troubling surge in unauthorized drone activity over US military installations, posing what officials describe as a serious threat to national security.

In a new blog post, DJI shared how DJI’s Dock drone-in-a-box system served as a “blueprint” for future citywide disaster response. Another reason how drones are doing the world good, saving lives, and keeping communities safe.

A Silicon Valley drone startup just stepped out of stealth mode — and it’s coming straight for DJI’s throne.

A potential leak shows what looks like product images of what they’re calling the DJI Osmo 360. How likely is this? What could it possibly be?

DJI released its latest industry report on the state of DJI drone use in the agricultural industry. The study, which is paid for by DJI, shows that nearly 400,000 DJI agricultural drones were used at the end of 2024, a 90% increase from its first study in 2020.

“My drone’s battery is half-empty and I didn’t even fly it!”

If that sounds familiar, don’t worry — it’s not a defect. It’s actually your DJI drone battery doing something very smart. Let’s dive into why this happens, and explore how DJI batteries protect themselves when your drone is just sitting on the shelf.

Drone autonomy software specialist FlytBase has launched a subscription plan that promises to help businesses scale their drone operations effortlessly. FlytBase Pro, an enterprise-grade platform, is now available for just $99 a month.

The weather has begun to shift up here in the north, and while you southerners might have been enjoying the 70s all winter long, for us, we’re finally able to start taking our drones out of storage for the first flights of the year. Here are five things you should remember to do before taking it out on a family vacation or to your go-to spot.

With Mavic 4 Pro specs out in the wild now, we can start to speculate just how the drone will change the way we fly. That might just start with something most of us can agree on is the biggest pain behind airspace authorizations: SD cards.

It’s the end of an era for two legendary drones. DJI has announced that starting June 1, 2025, it will officially suspend service and support for the Phantom 4 Pro and Phantom 4 Advanced models — two of the company’s most iconic flying machines.

With spec leaks the talk of the town as we inch closer to the Mavic 4 Pro‘s inevitable release, how will it compare to what is already for sale? Will it be worth the wait or should you just order an Air and Mini drone now? Let’s see.

Seemingly in the same day, all the leakers jumped on to share the latest leaks of DJI’s yet-to-be-announced Mavic 4 Pro. So let’s break down what people are saying and just how packed DJI’s new flagship really will be.

A drone helping police find a missing person recently became the target of a wild firework attack — and now one man is facing serious charges.

DJI leaker Igor Bogdonov shared the first look at the DJI Mavic 4 Pro‘s Fly More Combo, a staple bundle from the company that provides the drone and everything you need for long flying sessions. This is the first leak of its kind for the Mavic 4 Pro; leaked product shots are a good sign that the release is coming soon.

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Thursday, the Florida State Senate took up SB 1422, a bill to restrict drone flights over critical infrastructure and allow individuals the ability to bring down drones using “reasonable force” if they are flying over their property. However, the body substituted the less controversial House bill, passing it unanimously and sending it to the Governor.

The DJI Mini 4K Fly More Combo is currently available at a $60 discount, bringing its price down to $389 from the usual $449. This limited-time offer is valid until April 26, so it’s the perfect moment to elevate your photography game.​

Drone Express, now operating as DEXA, has reached two major milestones in its mission to bring fast, autonomous drone deliveries to your doorstep. The Ohio-based company has received FAA Part 135 Air Carrier Certification, allowing it to fly drones beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) for commercial deliveries across the US. It also earned a spot on the Department of Transportation’s S-1 List — an exclusive list of drones approved for safe, national operations.

A new insurance facility offering major protection for drones, eVTOLs, and other aviation innovations has just launched in a big way.

Heven — the go-to name in hydrogen-powered drones — has announced it’s acquiring Zepher Flight Labs (ZFL). The result? A powerhouse team of innovators ready to shape the future of unmanned flight.

DJI is inviting Osmo Action 5 Pro users to participate in a public beta program aimed at enhancing the camera’s color performance.​

Tech giant DJI has unveiled version 4.5.0 of its flagship drone mapping software, DJI Terra, introducing a suite of enhancements to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and adaptability of aerial data processing.