Wing, a drone delivery business run by tech giant and Google parent Alphabet, will begin flying packages from a host of businesses to residents of the Dallas area this week, a dramatic expansion of a service conceived a decade ago. Starting Thursday, Wing will deliver packages from the pharmacy chain Walgreens to residents of Little …
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Pilot Like a Pro With $199 Off the Mavic Air 2 Fly More Bundle
Whether you enjoy taking photos as a hobby or you’re a professional videographer, a camera drone can open up a whole new world of shooting options to take your work to the next level. Camera drones have come a long way in the past few years, and many are now equipped with advanced cameras capable of capturing ultra high-res pictures …
Read More »Add 256GB of storage to your Nintendo Switch, tablet or Android for just $30 today
Looking for a way to beef up your Android smartphone or Nintendo Switch without breaking the bank? Extra storage can go a long way when it comes to getting the most out of your devices. And right now, it’s affordable too, with 23% off this rugged PNY 256GB Pro Elite microSD card. You can pick it up at Amazon today …
Read More »Fly your drone at Super Bowl 2022 and get a $30,000 fine, FAA says
The Federal Aviation Administration has declared SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, a No Drone Zone during this year’s Super Bowl. That means you’ll face a fine of up to $30,000 and criminal prosecution, not to mention confiscation of your drone, if you fly it during the championship football game, the FAA said in an alert Wednesday. The temporary flight restriction …
Read More »Elevate your next video shoot with this discounted drone
The Potensic P5 Dreamer mini drone is perfect for beginners. Headless mode makes it easier to fly, letting the drone follow the joystick’s control no matter which direction the head may be facing. One-key fly and landing makes it easy to start and stop, which means you will be less prone to losing your drone. The P5 also features a …
Read More »Save 40% on this portable folding drone today, making it just $60
Drones were all the rage a few years ago, and while some of the hype has passed they’re still hugely popular. The technology behind them has come so far in recent years that you can now get a pretty great drone with a built-in camera for under $100 without looking too hard. This foldable drone from Potensic is a great …
Read More »Skydio 2 Plus hands
This story is part of CES, where CNET covers the latest news on the most incredible tech coming soon. Piloting a drone is a complicated affair involving dual-joystick controllers, FAA regulations and a lot of fiddly gear. But after trying the new $1,099 Skydio 2 Plus, announced Tuesday at CES 2022, I’m impressed how new smarts let even noobs like …
Read More »Best action cameras of 2022
When you think of action cameras, there’s a good reason that GoPro is often the first brand name that comes to mind. GoPro cameras are compact, lightweight and built to be tough enough to withstand extreme adventures. But GoPro isn’t the only game in town. If you’re looking for a good high-resolution, mountable, rugged waterproof camera to take on your …
Read More »Sony’s $9,000 Airpeak S1 drone opens for orders today
Sony took the wraps off its first drone — the Airpeak S1 — back in January and it’s finally going on sale. The company says you can preorder the drone directly from its website, although at time of writing it’s only possible to put in your email address for more information. The drone will start at $9,000 and comes with …
Read More »Walmart drone delivery service will bring your orders by air
America’s largest retailer is now doing deliveries by air. Walmart will transport goods like cough medicine, thermometers and other health-related products via drone to Arkansas customers who live within a 1.15 mile radius from a base outside a store in Farmington, starting Monday. The service will operate seven days a week from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. Walmart’s drone delivery option …
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