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There’s always a struggle between size and battery life when it comes to action cams. The smaller the camera, the smaller the battery needs to be. And even if you have a bigger battery, that doesn’t guarantee long recording times. But if there’s one company that can find the right balance, it’s DJI. After years …

What’s happening Snap has a new camera-enabled flying mini drone called the Pixy. We tested it. Why it matters Snap, like other companies, is trying to figure out if flying camera accessories could be the next selfie stick. Snap is also looking to explore ways to merge the footage with its plans for AR glasses. What’s next While there are …

There’s a growing number of drone hobbyists and an expanding market to match it, but some models stretch into hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars. If you’re a newbie who wants to dip your toes into the world of drone piloting, Amazon has a deal that’ll help you get started for less.  The Holy Stone HS110D RC drone is great …

One of the most interesting ways to capture a video of a scene or event is through a drone. The built-in cameras on some of the top-end drones produce incredible quality and results that’ll leave you speechless. Many of the drones with built-in 4K cameras can get expensive, making it hard to justify the purchase. Potensic, a company known for …

If you’re new to drones or want to spark your kids’ interest in them, the HT25 mini drone is a great option. It requires no prior knowledge to operate and because it is inexpensive, the crashes and collisions of early learning shouldn’t stress you out too much. This drone was developed for kid operators as young as 8 and includes …

What’s happening Snap unveiled Pixy, a $230 pocket-size flying camera drone that can follow you around. Why it matters It’s another example of how social media companies are getting more serious about releasing consumer hardware. What’s next Pixy goes on sale Thursday in the US and France. Snapchat has a new way for people to capture photos and videos: a …

A startup drone company will begin delivering prescription drugs and other medical supplies in May to hospitals in Japan’s hard-to-reach Goto Islands.  Zipline, a drone maker based in South San Francisco, and Toyota Tsusho Corp, a logistics subsidiary of the car manufacturer, said the service will cut delivery times to 30 minutes from several hours. Toyota Tsusho, which invested in …

VR brings a third dimension to computing. Strap on a headset, and you’re not just looking at something, you’re surrounded by it. There’s a real sense of depth and volume and immersion. You are as good as there. One outstanding example of that is a virtual reality installation called The Infinite, which puts you inside the International Space Station and …

GoPro has launched a camera for aerial cinematography, just a couple of weeks after introducing a new Hero 10 Black camera kit for creators. Outfitted with the insides of the original Hero 10 camera, the Hero 10 Black Bones’ streamlined design enables it to be mounted on an FPV drone. Until now, FPV pilots had to strip down a GoPro or …

Drone piloting might seem like a prohibitively expensive hobby, but drone tech has come a long way in recent years. There are plenty of entry-level models out there that boast some impressive specs and won’t break the bank. If you’re looking to take a first step into the expanding world of drone piloting, then we’ve got a deal you won’t …