Leaks are in the air as we likely near another release of DJI’s flagship drone line, the Mavic 4. Amazon also had a big week, but not in a good way; its drone delivery operation is on pause as it works on issues with its MK30 drone. more…

DJI has rolled out new firmware updates for two of its more recent, popular drones: the DJI Flip and the DJI Air 3S. more…

The clock is ticking for photography and videography enthusiasts! DJI’s SkyPixel 10th Annual Photo and Video Contest, themed “Explore Without Limits,” is in its final stretch, with submissions closing on Feb. 10, 2025. If you’ve been thinking about entering, now’s the time to get creative and submit your best aerial and handheld works before it’s...

Seattle-based drone maker BRINC has launched a new discount program called BRINC Beyond. The program is tailored to help public safety agencies transition from generic, off-the-shelf drones to BRINC’s purpose-built drones designed specifically for emergency response missions. And here’s the kicker — no trade-ins are required. more…

DJI Flip purchasers have shared issues with getting their drones through customs and into the United States, echoing similar issues experienced after the Air 3S launch in October. It appears that this issue has not gone away and seems it will likely not go away any time soon. more…

Breakthrough innovation offers longer flights and reliable performance in extreme climates As the U.S. government prioritizes supply chain resilience and reduces reliance on Chinese manufacturing, companies like BEI are contributing cutting-edge innovations to meet these goals. Founded in South Korea and now with offices in the United States, BEI is driving advancements that promise to...

Don’t miss AgEagle Aerial on the Drone Radio Show, with host Randy Goers. Bill Irby, CEO of AgEagle, discusses the company’s evolution and technology, the expansion into military and public safety markets, a recent White House visit and the role of AI and innovation in the Drone Industry. Listen here: Drone Radio Show · Shaping...

Flock Safety brings high-tech crimefighting to DFR By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill With two recent acquisitions, Flock Safety, an Atlanta-based company that produces high-tech crime-fighting tools for law enforcement agencies, recently signaled a big move into the drone security space. In October, Flock Safety bought Aerodome, a company specializing in drones as first responders...

The is one of the most advanced smartphone gimbals on the market. We’ve had a chance to play with it for a few weeks, and these are five things we really love about the new gimbal. more…

Pioneering Drone Technology for Southeast Asia Indonesia recently showcased its first-ever demonstration of multi-drone operations managed through an Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) platform. The event, held in South Jakarta on January 22–23, 2025, aimed to validate the use of UTM technology for safe and scalable drone operations. This initiative was part of the “Industrial Cooperation...