DJI's Latest Drone Release Brings Enhanced Safety Features and Improved Performance
The tech giant DJI has just unveiled its latest drone model, the Neo 2 selfie drone, boasting a plethora of upgrades over its predecessor. The new drone features LiDAR sensors for obstacle avoidance, which is set to significantly improve safety while flying in complex environments or following users around during flight.
This advanced system, paired with downward-looking infrared sensors, enables the drone to navigate through challenging weather conditions with increased accuracy and precision. Additionally, the Neo 2 boasts improved gesture controls, allowing users to adjust position and distance by moving their hands around for effortless selfie-taking. This feature complements existing motion controllers and DJI's RC-N3 remote controller.
The updated drone has seen a notable increase in its maximum speed, reaching nearly 27 miles per hour – significantly faster than the original model. Moreover, DJI claims that this improved speed allows the Neo 2 to maintain stability in winds up to around 24 miles per hour, rendering it more suitable for challenging weather conditions.
Furthermore, the drone's battery life has been enhanced with a larger 1606mAh rechargeable battery, resulting in an impressive 19 minutes of usage per charge. In contrast, its predecessor could only manage between 14 and 17 minutes of usage.
The Neo 2 also boasts improved camera capabilities, featuring a dual-axis gimbal for enhanced stability and a wider field of view. The drone can now capture stunning 4K footage at up to 60 frames per second, with manual piloting allowing it to reach an impressive 100 frames per second.
In terms of storage, the Neo 2 has seen a notable increase in its internal capacity, rising from 22GB to a substantial 49GB. However, this upgrade comes at the cost of increased weight, as the drone now weighs 151 grams compared to the original's 135 grams.
While the new drone offers numerous enhancements over its predecessor, it remains exclusive to China for the time being. DJI has yet to confirm plans for a wider global release, despite hopes that the price will remain relatively stable at around $211 in US dollars – although tariffs may impact this pricing in the future.
The tech giant DJI has just unveiled its latest drone model, the Neo 2 selfie drone, boasting a plethora of upgrades over its predecessor. The new drone features LiDAR sensors for obstacle avoidance, which is set to significantly improve safety while flying in complex environments or following users around during flight.
This advanced system, paired with downward-looking infrared sensors, enables the drone to navigate through challenging weather conditions with increased accuracy and precision. Additionally, the Neo 2 boasts improved gesture controls, allowing users to adjust position and distance by moving their hands around for effortless selfie-taking. This feature complements existing motion controllers and DJI's RC-N3 remote controller.
The updated drone has seen a notable increase in its maximum speed, reaching nearly 27 miles per hour – significantly faster than the original model. Moreover, DJI claims that this improved speed allows the Neo 2 to maintain stability in winds up to around 24 miles per hour, rendering it more suitable for challenging weather conditions.
Furthermore, the drone's battery life has been enhanced with a larger 1606mAh rechargeable battery, resulting in an impressive 19 minutes of usage per charge. In contrast, its predecessor could only manage between 14 and 17 minutes of usage.
The Neo 2 also boasts improved camera capabilities, featuring a dual-axis gimbal for enhanced stability and a wider field of view. The drone can now capture stunning 4K footage at up to 60 frames per second, with manual piloting allowing it to reach an impressive 100 frames per second.
In terms of storage, the Neo 2 has seen a notable increase in its internal capacity, rising from 22GB to a substantial 49GB. However, this upgrade comes at the cost of increased weight, as the drone now weighs 151 grams compared to the original's 135 grams.
While the new drone offers numerous enhancements over its predecessor, it remains exclusive to China for the time being. DJI has yet to confirm plans for a wider global release, despite hopes that the price will remain relatively stable at around $211 in US dollars – although tariffs may impact this pricing in the future.