Wearables are moving from novelty to mission-critical tools for drone pilots. The idea of steering a flying camera from your wrist sounds like science fiction, but it is quickly becoming practical reality for hobbyists and professionals alike. Recent Trends Wearables drive drone UX improvements DJI expands control options with wearables Regulatory focus grows on wearable-based...

When a drone maker injects a spherical camera into a 249-gram airframe, the line between flying camera and cinema rig expands in real time. The Antigravity A1 dares to redefine what a pocket-sized drone can capture, turning every flight into a potential 360-degree storytelling session. For creators chasing immersive footage, this debut signals a shift...

Across industries, the era of one-size-fits-all drones is ending. Enterprise buyers now expect devices that slot into exact workflows, not just fly a few tests. In this new reality, industrial UAV systems must combine rugged build quality, tailored payloads, and reliable support. Jinghong Drone is answering that demand with a growing portfolio of custom industrial...

Wrist-first control unlocks new drone workflows A new frontier in drone control is here: a wrist becomes the cockpit. DJI has updated the Neo 2 so pilots can steer, arm, and land the drone using only an Apple Watch. The update targets Apple Watch Series 8 and newer, including the Ultra models, and relies on...

In Hangzhou, a compact unmanned aircraft quietly redefines what endurance means for aerial work. The Tianmushan-1, a hydrogen-powered drone developed under the Tianmushan Laboratory at Beihang University, completed a flight at 188.605 kilometers in just over four hours. The achievement was recognized by Guinness World Records during the Zhejiang International Intelligent Transportation Industry Expo, underscoring...

In Vijayawada, a dim conference room hummed with the rhythm of projectors and the whisper of ambitious plans as Andhra Pradesh’s investments and infrastructure minister, B C Janardhan Reddy, convened with key drone players. The scene set a forward-looking tone: a state eager to cultivate a new manufacturing spine around unmanned systems. The meeting reflected...

Next-Gen FPV Drones Shift Toward Fiber Optics and NDAA Compliance Fiber-optic links are entering mainstream FPV drones. A new joint venture between Neros Technologies and Kela Technologies introduces Archer Fiber, a fiber-optic FPV drone built to satisfy NDAA requirements for the U.S. market. FPV stands for first-person view, a mode where the pilot experiences the...

Apple Watch Dials In A New Way to Fly Wearables are inching closer to becoming primary control surfaces for everyday tech. DJI is pushing that boundary with a firmware update that lets the Neo 2 be steered, tracked, and recorded from the Apple Watch. This is more than a gimmick; it signals a shift in...

Global attention is turning toward Central Asia as a niche drone opportunity intersects with diplomacy and grid modernization. In a move that blends commercial ambition with geopolitical timing, Duke Robotics is pursuing market entry for its Insulator Cleaning Drone (IC Drone) in Central Asia. The company argues that the region’s aging electrical networks and ongoing...

In a landmark display, a drone the size of a small aircraft climbed into the overcast sky in Pucheng, Shaanxi. The Jiutian, developed by AVIC, measures 16.35 meters in length and spans 25 meters from wingtip to wingtip. With a maximum takeoff weight of about 16 tonnes and a 6,000 kilogram payload capacity, it promises...