By: Kevin Mukai – http://www.nvdrones.com DJI GO is the primary application that many DJI pilots use to fly their drone. However, while DJI GO is great for most users, it often does not sufficiently satisfy the many tastes diverse pilots around the world yearn for. Thanks to DJI’s SDK (Software or Solutions Development Kit), there […]
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Yuneec Typhoon H Hexacopter – Is it for you?
Yuneec Typhoon H Hexacopter – Is it for you? Another year – and another batch of new drones which are heralded as “revolutionary” or “game changers”. Such descriptions are thrown about by many in this industry – but we here at Droneflyers.com prefer the old fashioned items called “Facts”, “Specifications” and “Experiences”. Differences in various […]
Xiaomi Yi Action Camera – First Look and Review
The Xiaomi Yi Action Camera is a “GoPro type” sports and action camera which promises good quality at 1/3rd the price of the major brands. It uses top quality components such as a Sony camera chip (sensor) and an Ambarella image processor. Prices vary depending on the vendor, but are generally in the range of […]
Drones at the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show -CES
Drone Report from the Consumer Electronics Show 2016 In our 2 1/2 days at CES, I walked over 30 miles! It certainly is a big show and, as with 2015, drones were a large part of the buzz this year. Here is our “executive summary” of drones at the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). It […]
Phantom 3 Standard Part 2- Advanced Flight Modes, and What’s Missing vs. the Advanced
Ok, so Christmas has come and gone and you didn’t get the drone you wanted. Not to worry – there should be some good deals in the coming months on drones of various types. One of the drones that anybody just getting into this hobby should be considering is the Phantom 3 Standard. If you […]
DJI Phantom 3 – Guide to 2016 Product Line
DJI Phantom 3 – Guide to 2016 Product Line – learn the difference between the 4 models. First there were two – then three and now four models of the DJI Phantom 3 Quadcopter. New buyers may find themselves confused by the various specifications and features. Have no fear – we’re here to simplify the […]
The Sunny 16 Rule of Photography
With new cameras taking to the air like the DJI X5 and Yuneec CGO4, the question about “what camera settings are best” keeps coming up. While there are no “best settings”, there are some basic rules to help get your exposure dialed in quickly. One of these that you should know is the Sunny 16 […]
Last Minute Holiday Deals on DJI Camera Drones and more…
Looking for last minute holiday deals on DJI Phantom 3 Camera Drones and others? DJI is featuring deals on the entire Phantom 3 Series as well as some of their other accessories – and a few select machines are still available for decent discounts. Here are some of the best bets as of Mid-December. If […]
DJI Phantom 3 Quadcopter – First Look, Review and Rating
Note for Holiday Shoppers – DJI is having a Sale from Dec 11 to the end of the Month where a free hardshell backpack comes with any model of the Phantom Series. Here is the link to the DJI Sale Page. Droneflyers.com received a new Phantom 3 Quadcopter (Professional 4K model) at the beginning of […]
DJI Phantom 3 Standard Review Part 1 – First Impressions and First Flights
FLASH – Please note DJI Black Friday and holiday sales with vast savings! Phantom 3 now starts at $599. Click here for links. —————— DJI has been setting the standard in the exploding consumer drone market since consumer drones first burst on to the scene about 3 years ago. There is no doubt that DJI […]
