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DJI Mini Series Timeline Comparison

Posted by The Drone Experts on Dec 11, 2023 4:42:41 PM

The evolution of DJI's Mini series drones has been nothing short of impressive, with each new iteration bringing significant upgrades in terms of design, features, and performance. In this comprehensive timeline comparison, we'll explore the journey from the DJI Mavic Mini to the latest DJI Mini 4 Pro.

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Topics: DJI Mini 2, DJI Mini 3 Pro, DJI Mini 4 Pro

2022 Drone Nerds Holiday Gift Guide

Posted by The Drone Experts on Nov 29, 2022 12:05:16 PM

10 Nerds in Your Life and the Best Way to Keep Them Happy This Holiday Season!

The year has flown by, and another holiday season has arrived in a flash. Everyone loves the holidays, but no one wants to be caught without a proper gift plan or having to do a last-minute gift card scramble. Don’t worry; Drone Nerds is here this year to help you find the perfect gift pairings with our guide to identifying the nerds in your life, and the best gift options to ensure you are the holiday hero for 2022!

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Topics: OSMO ACTION, OSMO MOBILE, DJI FPV, DJI Mavic 3, FPV Goggles, DJI Mini 3 Pro, DJI Avata, DJI Goggles 2

Drone Flight Basics—How Does a Drone Communicate with its RC?

Posted by Drone Nerds on Sep 30, 2022 6:13:07 PM

In order to properly fly your drone, you have to know how it works—it’s important to have a basic understanding of how a drone connects to the controller, and what limitations exist. By having a firm grasp on how the drone operates, you can minimize the chances of crashing or losing your drone.

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Topics: FPV, DJI Mavic 3, DJI Mavic Series Drones, FPV Goggles, DJI Mini 3 Pro, Drone Pilot, DJI Avata, DJI Goggles 2

Drone Photography Tips for Advanced Users

Posted by Drone Nerds on Jun 27, 2022 3:51:43 PM

If you have been flying drones for a while, whether it has been professionally or just for fun, chances are you want to take your drone experience to the next level. As an advanced flyer, you have great control over your drone and can maneuver it properly through tight spaces and in changing weather conditions; now you can learn a few tricks to enhance your skills. 

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Topics: MAVIC AIR 2, MAVIC MINI, Mavic 3, DJI Mini SE, DJI Mavic 3, DJI Mini 2, DJI Mavic Series Drones, DJI Mini 3 Pro, DJI Air 2S, travel drones

How to Fly a Drone (For Beginners)

Posted by Drone Nerds on Jun 13, 2022 5:29:01 PM

Being a first-time flyer is exciting and overwhelming at the same time. Depending on the drone model you purchased, you can choose different functions and features to use during your flight.

 

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Topics: MAVIC MINI, DJI Mavic 3, DJI Mini 3 Pro, mini drones, Drone Pilot

Three Mistakes to Avoid When Flying Your Drone for the First Time

Posted by Drone Nerds on May 16, 2022 11:27:26 AM

As a first-time flyer, there is nothing more exciting than unboxing your brand new drone, regardless of what model it might be. We know how it feels to want to immediately start flying your drone, but there are a few critical mistakes we see first-time flyers make. Our experts put together a quick list of mistakes (and their consequences) to avoid when flying your first drone.

Mistake #1: Not Registering Drones over .55lbs (250 g) with the FAA

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Topics: MAVIC AIR 2, SMART CONTROLLER, DJI Mini SE, drone photography, DJI Mini 3 Pro, Drone Pilot, FAA

DJI MINI 3 Pro VS DJI AIR 2S—Which is the best consumer drone for 2022?

Posted by Drone Nerds on May 13, 2022 3:50:38 PM

DJI officially launched the Mini 3 Pro—an exciting new mini drone with powerful camera options, a lightweight design, and plenty of other features that have fans running to pre-order.

The Mini 3 Pro is not the only lightweight drone on the market— let’s take a look at how it compares to the DJI Air 2S and see if the Mini 3 Pro is worth taking the title of the preferred consumer drone.

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Topics: DJI Mini 3 Pro, DJI Air 2S, travel drones, mini drones