Every DJI quadcopter broadcasts its operator’s position via radio—unencrypted. Now, a group of researchers has learned to decode those coordinates.
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Ukraine Enters a Dark New Era of Drone Warfare
A series of deadly attacks using Iranian “suicide drones” shows Russia is shifting gears in the conflict.
Snap Kills Off Pixy, Its Flying Selfie Drone
Plus: Motorola has a new phone, UE announces a new waterproof speaker, and Airbnb becomes a total buzzkill.
You Can Now Buy Polestar’s Roadster—Minus the Drone
The company is taking orders for its 155-mph sports car—but sadly the Polestar 6 will be a no-fly drone zone.
DJI’s Wireless Microphone Captures Good Sound—and It’s Easy
DJI branches out from drones again, this time with a wireless mic system that’s one of the best simple options.
Small Drones Are Giving Ukraine an Unprecedented Edge
From surveillance to search-and-rescue, consumer drones are having an unprecedented impact on Ukraine’s defense against Russia.
The Skydio 2+ Drone Lets You Fly Like a Pro
Aside from its camera, the new and improved Skydio 2+ is tantalizingly close to the perfect drone.
What Snap’s Liftoff Means for the Social Media Company
This week, we discuss Snap’s new “selfie drone” and what its arrival says about the company’s ambitions.
Snap Is Fueling Our Selfie Obsessions With a Flying Camera
The company that brought you Snapchat and Spectacles is now selling a $230 drone camera named Pixy.
Give Autel’s Evo Lite+ Drone a Spin—Especially in Ludicrous Mode
Autel’s new Evo Lite+ has a night mode and great flight time, and it’s a compelling alternative to DJI’s most popular drones.