DJI’s Mavic Pro gives you an aerial view for $769 shipped at Amazon (Reg. $999)

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Amazon offers the DJI Mavic Pro drone for $769 shipped. Normally $999, this is the lowest we’ve seen Amazon offer the drone for and just a few dollars above our previous mention. If you’ve been wanting to capture crispy video and photos from an aerial perspective, this is a fantastic option. Rated 4.2/5 stars.

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DJI’s new Mavic Air & Fly More bundle hit all-time low $744/$944 shipped

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Released just last month, 9to5Toys sister site DroneDJ has teamed up with Wellbots to offer readers an exclusive deal on DJI’s new Mavic Air and the optional Fly More Combo, bringing it to an all-time low of $744 (and $944 for the Fly More bundle) with promo code DroneDJAir.

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How to buy the DJI Mavic Air for its lowest exclusive discount sale price ($774 or less)

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From DroneDJ:

DJI’s Mavic Air was announced last week to a flurry of great reviews. We’re currently putting together our review but spoiler: We can say that this is the drone to get in the ~$800 price range.

A short recap on specs:

  • Capture 4K Video and 12MP Photos
  • 3-Axis Gimbal-Stabilized Camera
  • GPS- & Vision Position-Based Navigation
  • 8GB of Internal Storage/up to 256GB via microSD
  • FlightAutonomy with Obstacle Detection
  • Top Speed of 43 mph in Sport Mode
  • ActiveTrack Subject Tracking Modes
  • Up to 21 Minutes of Flight Time
  • Foldable, Portable Body

One way to save money is buying the Fly More combo but that’s not saving money off the original DJI Mavic Air, it is saving over $200 on accessories when purchased at the same time. 

The good news is that we’ve done some digging and negotiating to get the lowest price offers from various resellers on the Mavic Air. Head below for the breakdown…

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Take to the skies w/ DJI’s camera-equipped Phantom 4 Quadcopter for $759 (Reg. $899)

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DJI’s official Newegg store is currently offering its Phantom 4 Quadcopter for $759 shipped. That’s good for $140 off the going rate at B&H, beats the Amazon all-time low by $110 and is the best offer out there. It holds a 4+ star rating from 65% of customers.

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DJI Phantom 4 Quadcopter gets its first real discount ($200+) pick it up for under $1200 w/SD card + Tax only in NY

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We’re huge fans of the DJI Phantom 4 Quadcopter (review) and while we’ve seen some mild discounts here and there, today we’re seeing the first meaningful $200 discounts from Amazon and B&H Photo (which only charges tax at point of sale in New York State). B&H also includes a 32GB MicroSD card if you need a tie breaker. Amazon sells it for the same $1199 price but a few of its sellers will take a few more bucks off the price.

This is the top pro-sumer drone on the market today. Features:

  • Gimbal-Stabilized 4K / 12MP Camera
  • Visual Sensor for Obstacle Avoidance
  • Streamlined Shell / Magnesium Unibody
  • Top Speed of 44.7mph in Sport Mode
  • Maximum Control Range of 3.1 Miles
  • Visual Tracking of Moving Subject
  • Up to 32.8′ Vision Positioning Altitude
  • TapFly – Fly With a Tap of the Finger
  • Avoids Obstacles When Returning Home
  • Up to 28 Minutes Flying Time

If you’ve had your eyes on the Phantom 4 like I have, now may be the time to take flight.

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DJI Phantom 3 Advanced Quadcopter Drone w/ 2.7K HD Camera: $599 shipped (Reg. $799)

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DJI’s Phantom 3 Advanced features a quadcopter design with a built-in 2.7K HD camera on the 3-axis gimbal. It uses Lightbridge digital streaming to beam a 720p feed to your connected iOS or Android device and the included remote offers “full-control” over the drone. It is also capable of capturing 12MP still images. If you’re after long-range control, but 4K isn’t a must, this is the deal for you. The DJI Phantom 3 Advanced is rated 4.5/5 stars by 420 Amazon customers.

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The Hover drone uses a unique foldable carbon fiber design to keep its wings safe

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The consumer drone market has largely been dominated by DJI in the last few years. As interest grows, there has been a lack of viable alternatives to challenge the Phantom line of quadcopters.

A new startup out of Beijing has eyes on pushing its way into this space with a drone called Hover. Zero Zero Robotics is planning on using a few key features to catch the attention of potential pilots, including auto-follow and an ultra portable design. Ultimately, the question is less about capabilities but brand recognition. Does this up-and-comer stand a chance against the dominant DJI? More below.

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DJI’s new professional-grade drone is incredibly powerful and intelligent

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DJI has become synonymous with consumer and professional-grade drones as we’ve entered the fourth generation of its line of products. While we’re seeing deals on its entry-level Phantom 3 regularly, the high-end models reserved for filmmakers rarely drop in price. The consumer-focused drones are easy to fly but lack some advanced features desired by more advanced pilots.

Today, at the National Association of Broadcaster’s annual show in Las Vegas, DJI announced the Matrice 600. A top-of-the-line model that is loaded with features for filmmaking. With cutting-edge specs like a new video link system and camera-specific adaptation, this isn’t for your average weekend warrior.

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DJI’s Phantom 4 drone is coming later this month with a new obstacle avoidance system

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Today DJI has taken to the skies to announce the new Phantom 4 that looks to be the biggest upgrade in the history of its consumer-focused line of drones. Aside from its somewhat minor (but welcome) cosmetic changes, this new quadcopter offers impressive technology advances as well. Leading the parade of fresh additions is obstacle avoidance and a camera-based smart follow feature that tracks subjects automatically during flight. So what’s it going to cost? Full details below.

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DJI Phantom 3 Standard Quadcopter w/ 2.7K Camera: $499 shipped (Reg. $699), more

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Update (2/16 5:00pm): Amazon also offers the DJI Phantom 3 Professional 4K Drone for $999 shipped. That’s down from $1,127 and the lowest price that we’ve seen.

It has been a busy week for drone news, with DJI and Parrot each announcing new additions to their line-ups at CES 2016. Now, Amazon is offering the DJI Phantom 3 Standard Quadcopter with 2.7K camera for $499 with free shipping. This is good for $501 off the original list MSRP, $100 less than Amazon, a match of Black Friday, and the lowest price we can find.

The new DJI Phantom 3 Standard Drone is designed with beginner pilots in mind. It has an “intelligent flight system” that automatically keeps the drone in the air. DJI has built-in a 2.7K camera that is capable of taking HD videos and 12MP still photos. The iOS and Android app provide a live 720p HD video feed giving the user a real-time view of what the cameras is capturing. Rated 4.2/5 stars. More details can be found here in our announcement coverage.

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Parrot’s new DISCO drone hits the skies with 50MPH speeds and extended flight times

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CES 2016 kicked off yesterday with a bang across a variety of product categories. Established drone manufacturer DJI announced a new consumer-focused 4K option that increases the availability of ultra-high resolution video to even more users. Late last night, Parrot lifted the veil on a new prototype with a modern take on a classic look.

While quadcopters have largely dominated this space for years, Parrot is using a fixed-wing look with its new DISCO prototype. The throwback design is notable but standout features like 50MPH speeds and 45 minutes of flight time are eye-popping specs. More below.

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DJI reveals a new Phantom 3 for beginner pilots loaded with specs

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Seems like drones are a dime a dozen now, but one name continually stands out at the top of the pile in both quality and features. DJI has long been known as the premiere name in the quadcopter game with its advanced software and high quality video.

DJI today announced a new model of its flagship Phantom 3 quadcopter that is designed for beginner pilots that may not be ready to make the jump to the top-of-the-line edition. Head below for full details on features, pricing and more.

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