Latest Apple headquarters drone video depicts carbon fiber auditorium roof, solar installations

While a company move-in date has not yet been established, the latest drone flight footage from the construction site shows a near-complete solar installation on several structures including the main headquarters, and depicts the largest carbon fiber roof in the world on the auditorium.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 33

First look: DJI's iOS-connected $1499 Phantom 4 Pro with enhanced autopilot modes, 1" camera sensor

DJI on Tuesday unveiled a new upgrade for its prosumer-level iOS-connected aerial camera drone, aiming the Phantom 4 Pro at users who want high-quality images and more advanced autopilot functions.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 2

GoPro issues recall of Karma drone, in-flight power loss leads to crashes

Sports camera and drone manufacturer GoPro has issued a recall of the recently released Karma drone, after only 16 days on the market.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 9

Latest 4K drone footage of Apple's 'spaceship' Campus 2 shows landscaping, functional HVAC

The latest drone footage of Apple's new headquarters under construction shows the site more put together than in previous videos, with the entire site appearing to taking shape as a unified whole rather than disparate construction projects for the first time.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 42

First look: DJI touts Mavic Pro drone's compact design, spotlights continued partnership with Apple

Two major drone announcements this month featured Apple's iOS platform as the centerpiece of the world of aerial photography, being used on the go to view, capture and edit footage. DJI and its new Mavic Pro go a step further, working with Apple's retail stores to provide customers with hands-on impressions via trained pros.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 5

DJI launches ultraportable iOS-connected Mavic Pro camera drone for $999

Drone maker DJI on Tuesday unveiled its latest flying camera — a foldable, portable, sub-$1,000 device dubbed the Mavic Pro. AppleInsider went hands-on with the all-new aerial camera, and offers a closer look.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 9

GoPro unveils $799 Karma flying camera drone, plus handheld & mountable stabilizing grip

Karma, the long awaited first flying camera from GoPro, was unveiled on Monday with a starting price tag of $799, including a handheld stabilized grip for capturing shots on the ground. Also announced were waterproof and cloud-connected Hero5 and Session cameras, simplified video editing software for Apple's iOS, and a keychain-sized, Lightning-connected microSD card reader.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 11

Alphabet's X to test delivery drones, Instagram adds Snapchat-like 'Stories'

As a part of its delivery drone effort, Project Wing, Alphabet's X division will be testing technology at one of six U.S. test sites approved by the Federal Aviation Administration, the White House announced on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Facebook's Instagram launched "Stories," a feature mimicking Snapchat's ethereal slideshows.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 10

Review: DJI's Phantom 4 sets new standard for affordable drones

Right out of the box, you can tell that DJI's Phantom 4 is a complete reimagining of the entry-level lineup. From the sleek chassis to advanced automated controls, DJI has set a new standard, leaving competitors and its own legacy models in the dust.

Evan Oder 9 years ago 18

New FAA drone rules open up US skies to limited commercial flights

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday released new drone regulations that will allow limited commercial, research, and rescue flights, among other purposes.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 10

China's Xiaomi shows off new $460 4K camera drone

The race to the bottom has reached the drone market, as infamous copycat Xiaomi on Wednesday revealed a pair of new camera-equipped drones that work with the company's smartphones.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 43

FAA, corporations & aviation groups draft new safety rules for flying drones near humans

A public/private committee organized by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has suggested preliminary rule changes for how close drones might fly to people, which could open up potential uses of the technology, such as air delivery.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 14

Apple gives DJI's new Phantom 4 drone prime retail shelf space in unprecedented partnership

Prominent, large displays at Apple retail stores have historically been reserved for Apple's own products. But that changed this week for the launch of DJI's new Phantom 4 drone, which has been given prime real estate at Apple Stores.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 5

DJI-Apple partnership leads to Phantom 4 drone training sessions inside Apple Stores

To prepare for the upcoming launch of the Phantom 4 flying camera drone, representatives from DJI have visited select Apple retail stores and given hands-on training sessions to the company's employees.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 8

See Apple's rapid progress on new Campus 2 Visitor Center, Phase 2 R&D buildings

Phase 2 of Apple's ambitious Campus 2 construction project is now well underway, with new testing workshops and facilities rising for research and development large enough for vehicle-size innovation work. Located between Phase 2 and the main "Spaceship Ring," Apple's new subterranean Theater and Visitor Center is also nearly complete.

Daniel Eran Dilger 10 years ago 4

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