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altitude hold, drone, GPS, MJX BUGS 4W, quadcopter, Selfie, VISUO ZEN K1 -

There are a number of new features that keep appearing on each new drone release. Here are some of them. HAND GESTURE MODE:   This mode allows users to control the aircraft via simple hand and arm movements, as well as take selfies. The drone has to be very close to you to do this. Photo courtesy of engadget.com.    .    WAYPOINT:  A waypoint is a set of coordinates that identify a specific point in physical space. Drones with waypoint technology typically utilize Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) — which are two different networks of satellites orbiting the earth to create waypoints. As a...

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drone, Flying, Follow Me, GPS, LAYBUY, New Zealand, quadcopter, Selfie -

This drone is an intelligent RC quadcopter, equipped with an advanced GPS system, engineered to locate the drone. Now you never need to worry about the drone flying away. The built-in high definition camera allows you to take quality aerial footage and with the new "follow me" feature, this drone will stay above you automatically, keeping the camera centered on you at all times and capturing your every move. With a newly created intelligent battery, you will get flight times up to 15 minutes, giving you a more extensive flight experience! The SJRC S70W has GPS which enables precise positioning...

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drone, Flying, GPS, Hubsan H501S, New Zealand, NZ, quadcopter, unmanned aerial vehicle -

Why do I need insurance cover for my drone? Insurance is designed to give you peace of mind should something unforeseen happen. It’s relatively well known that accidents can and do happen when operating a drone, even with the most skilled drone operators. Without insurance, you may need to pay for repairs or replacement out of your own pocket, because no matter how careful you are, you can’t control the outcome of an accident, theft or fire.  Is my drone covered under my contents policy? If you’re an AA Insurance customer your drone is covered under your contents policy for...

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Eachine, Follow-Me, future, GPS, Hubsan, JJRC, mini quadcopters, SYMA -

Earlier helicopters used tail rotors to counterbalance the torque generated by a single, main rotor but this was inefficient, complex and wasteful. To solve the problems that helicopter pilots had with performing vertical flights,engineers developed quadcopters. These quadcopters were among the first VTOLs (Vertical take-off and landing) aircraft.  Aircraft evolved rapidly during The First World War, with unmanned concepts soon following, culminating with the Kettering Bug, a biplane which flew on a pre-set course using an on-board gyroscope and altimeter. A similar idea, underpinned perhaps the most infamous of Second World War drones, the V-1 Flying Bomb or Doodlebug, which devastated London...

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Brushless, Follow Me, GPS, Hubsan, Selfie -

The H501S model by Hubsan has just arrived.  It’s got an extremely sleek exterior and with GPS, really steps up this drone big time. Perhaps its most standout feature is its GPS and also the ability to handle flight times of up to 20 minutes. Its flying time alone is comparable to more advanced quads. Another standout feature is Follow Me Mode which is ideal for “selfie” photos through its 1080p HD onboard camera. The drone automatically follows you!   Some awesome features include headless mode, automatic return to pilot mode, altitude hold mode, follow me mode, FPV, one-key return and...

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