Ever get your thumbs mixed up when trying to pull of a tricky manoeuvre, or wish your drone was more responsive and did exactly what you wanted? We've all been there. But now it looks as though scientists at the University of Florida have moved a step closer to intuitive flight, or at least flight powered to a degree by the mind. Researchers at the University of Florida have … [Read more...] about Drone Pilots Use Brain Power to Race
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ESPN Deal Takes Drone Racing into the Mainstream
ESPN has announced a partnership with the International Drone Racing Association (IDRA), in a move that will see several upcoming events streamed on ESPN3, with edited highlights to be featured on one of ESPN's TV channels. The multi-year deal is set to start with IDRA’s US National Drone Racing Championships, which is being held in New York City this August. The three-day … [Read more...] about ESPN Deal Takes Drone Racing into the Mainstream
5 Reasons to Buy Your Kid a Drone
Many drone enthusiasts use drones for photography purposes, and with the clarity and range of shots available it's easy to see why. But it's likely that if you ask any pilot, there's something inherently enjoyable about the act of flying itself, whether or not you're taking pictures too. Simply flying is a lot of fun - just look at the FPV racing craze beginning take off. But … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons to Buy Your Kid a Drone
Hexo+ Announces Price Drop as Drone Market Grows More Competitive
It's a big year for the drone industry, and DJI's unveiling of the Phantom 4 has certainly started it off with a bang. In anticipation of more high-profile releases in the coming months, and as a reaction to a market growing more competitive by the day, several manufacturers have slashed prices on their drones. Last month it was 3DR, and this time we have news from the makers … [Read more...] about Hexo+ Announces Price Drop as Drone Market Grows More Competitive
Fleye launches Kickstarter campaign to finance drone inspired by soccer ball
Fleye, a Belgium based company, today announced a Kickstarter campaign to raise funds for their drone which has a design inspired in part by a soccer ball. Approximately the size and weight of a soccer ball, it is a good deal safer and is being promoted as such. Here is what it looks like. It has something of an R2D2 look to it. And in fact the team behind the drone … [Read more...] about Fleye launches Kickstarter campaign to finance drone inspired by soccer ball
