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10 Futuristic Drone Concepts & Designs

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Technology has been moving so fast that new devices and machines emerged to better help people. Take for example, the evolution of communication devices — from pagers to candy bar phones to the many variations of smartphones and tablets we see today — brought better and better features and enhancements. 

And technology has moved far beyond than that: now, advanced technology mechanisms are used everywhere, such as in creating the likes of autonomous vehicles, in which the most popular at the moment are aerial vehicles we know today as drones. And now drones have become so popular that individuals and companies alike have found tons of possibles uses for then. Here are some of the drone ideas we found:

GoPro’s Karma Drone

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There had been a lot of camera drones out there in the market today. And of course, GoPro, the company famous for manufacturing action cameras, won’t allow itself to get left behind. GoPro just launched its Karma system, which it says is a compact and foldable drone system that can actually fit in the back pack that is included in the package. The company has begun to make the Karma system available on its website and in select sellers in Europe and is sold for €999.99, or €1399.99, if with HERO5.

Amazon’s Prime Air Delivery Drone

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I recently watched “Storks,” that animated film where storks (yes, the kind of bird) actually delivered packages to customers. Interesting idea, indeed, but we can’t expect storks to actually deliver us packages. But drones can. This e-commerce giant, Amazon, proves that they are aggressive in making delivery faster for each of its customers and decided to work on  drones that can deliver your orders in less than an hour. Currently, the drones are in private trial to select customers. We’ll just have to wait for this to fully rollout. After all, it already has begun its first delivery last December.

Natilus: Cargo Drone

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Another startup based in California, wants to make a similar attempt to that of Amazon, but bigger. The company, Natilus, came up with an idea of autonomous and amphibious drones that could transport upto 200,000 pounds cargo. Yes, it intends to operate similar to cargo planes at a much cheaper cost!

Jet Capsule’s UFO-inspired drone

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This drone looks like a spacecraft that’s similar to those extraterrestrial films I’ve seen before. Though the company behind this idea, Jet Capsule, seems to project the drone as a ship-like vessel that would float on water.

This drone, called UFO, is intended to offer better amenities than your typical private jet, offering a transformable kitchen, a living and dining area, as well as a bedroom, within the two-storey architecture of the drone. This could also be our doomsday escape, if this eventually gets built out as it has a water generator that can covert rain and sea water into potable drinking water. 

Ehang 184 Autonomous Aerial Drone

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We may also see a similar transportation service drone in Dubai soon. Called EHang 184, this drone is shaped like an egg and can carry a one person with a maximum weight of 220 pounds. That person can also carry a small suitcase or bag with him. Interestingly, this drone had already been tested to fly over Burj al-Arab and is expected to fly around in the Middle Eastern country in July.

Plan Bee Drone

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Meanwhile, this drone is made to grow your garden in style. Created by a college student, Plan Bee is a drone that’s intended to artificially pollinate flowers. Now, drones are not only replacing tasks of humans, but also of insects, huh?

Skeeter: Dragonfly biomimetric microdrone for surveillance

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Another participant in the animal-inspired drone is this biomimetric microdrone that is intended to look like a dragonfly. Conceptualized by British company Animal Dynamics, they wanted a drone that could mimic a dragonfly, including the wing-flapping movement the insect does. The tiny drone called Skeeter, which is expected to weigh just less than 30 grams, is intended cor covert surveillance  While still in testing phase, the company expects to have the machine fly in the next two to three months.

SkyOne: Oil Rig-Inspecting Drones

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Drones are totally trying to address various problems across different industries. Another proof of that is Canadian company SkyX’s SkyOne craft, which is intended to inspect any damages gas and oil pipelines, thereby avoiding any catastrophic events, such as explosions from gas leaks. Something pipeline builders could definitely invest to.

DogDrones: Poo Scooper Drones
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Too tired of cleaning up your dog’s mess? Here’s the drone for you! DogDrones consist of a fair of drones. First is the WatchDog 1, an aerial drone that has the capability to spot the dog poo through heat sensors, which would be detected by the installed camera. Once spotted, it will send signals to its tandem drone, Patroldog 1, which will move towards the poo and sweep it up. Problem solved! The drones are concepts of a Dutch based startup. While the idea is still in the early stages of development, all we have to do is wait and manually do the job for now.

Sea Lice-Killing Underwater Drone

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While most drones are built for aerial purposes, there are also a few ones made for under the water. This one’s especially tailored to solve a certain issue in salmon farming in Norway — sea lice. Apparently, salmon farmers have been spending tons of money to battle against these parasites. So, Stingray Marine Solutions developed an underwater drone to help solve their dilemma. The drone is built with an image-recognition technology to detect sea lice and to throw out a laser pulse that will eventually kill them. How cool is that?

Best Drones of 2017

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Drones are increasingly becoming popular thanks to the all the cool features on them. No matter how hard you argue, there will be a part of you that secretly loves drones. If you’re planning on buying a drone in 2017, then you must go through our best picks. DJI has been making waves around the world and their drones are being increasingly used for some great video and audio. From my personal experience, I’ve seen these drones being used at weddings, farewells and other unforgettable events. So, let’s get started with the Best Drones of 2017.

DJI Mavic Pro

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This list will be dominated by DJI because they have the best lineup of drones for all users at different price points. The DJI Mavic Pro is my personal favorite and it competes against the Karma from GoPro. Since DJI has been making drones for quite some time, all their drones are a bit superior compared to its competition. The Mavic Pro is tiny and when I say tiny, I mean it. It is extremely small and you don’t even have to take the propellers off. Another great thing about the DJI Mavic Pro is its controller which is compact and looks a lot like a Gameboy. There is no doubt as to why the DJI Mavic Pro is on the list of Best Drones of 2017.

DJI Phantom 4

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The next one is from DJI as well and it is the Phantom 4. It is getting old but it is still one of the Best Drones of 2017. The large controller might put you off, but features like 20mm wide angle lens, ability to capture RAW stills, obstacle avoidance system and the sheer stability make it an amazing option. Sure, it is one of the costliest drones out there, but it justifies its price well. If you’re concerned about the price, then you should look at the Phantom 3 which is also on the list of the Best Drones of 2017.

GoPro Karma

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Karma is GoPro’s answer to DJI. Have they failed miserably or have they created the best drone of 2017? Neither. GoPro creates the best action cameras in the market. But they are amateurs when it comes to making drones. That is very evident in the GoPro Karma. The video quality is amazing and it uses the Hero5 but it lacks a few vital features. There are no sensors at the front and back and it is heavier than the Mavic Pro. Battery life should’ve been a bit better too. But for some amazing videos and the ecosystem of GoPro accessories, it is a worthy drone on our list of the Best Drones of 2017. The Karma was recalled a few days after it went on sale and it has still not made it to the market. I’ll be updating this post with the links to buy the Karma drone as soon as it comes out. Bookmark this page to stay updated with any news regarding the Karma.

DJI Inspire 1

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DJI’s dominance continues with the Inspire 1. This one is for more serious users and I’ll tell you why in just a moment. The Inspire 1 comes with a 360-degree rotatable camera. The camera can be swapped out for a better one and the whole body is made of carbon fiber. The feature that truly sets it apart from the consumer drones is the dual-operator control. This allows one person to control the drone itself and another person to control the camera. Since it is for serious users, it also costs some serious money. The dual-operator version comes at a whopping $3,300 while the single operator version comes at around $2,900.

DJI Phantom 3

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I’d really like to include some other brand on this list of the Best Drones of 2017. But DJI is making my life so hard with their amazing lineup. The Phantom 3 is best suited for people who cannot afford the Phantom 4. It comes for just about $500 which is relatively cheap compared to some of the other models. You will have to make a few compromises in terms of operating range and battery life, but the stability of the drone and the smooth 2.7K video are just mesmerizing.

Yuneec Typhoon H Pro

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Finally, we have a drone which is not from DJI. Yes, it doesn’t perform as well as some of the mainstream DJI drones and even comes at a higher price. But for the price of nearly $1,900, you get a six-rotor design which is very unique. Even this one supports dual-operator mode and has a freely-rotating camera which can shoot 4K video. The remote control that comes with it has its own display and the landing gear on the drone is retractable. The drone uses Intel’s RealSense obstacle avoidance technology, which sort of works. As you go faster with it, the obstacle-avoidance seems to falter a bit.

11 Awesome Mini Drones You Were Looking For

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It has become a lot more affordable to get yourself an excellent mini drone that’s easy to handle in flight, provides enough time of fun without having to recharge and with increasing camera quality. We’re here to help you choose from the best products out there.

Parrot Mini Drone Jumping Sumo

Parrot have some creative ideas when it comes to mini drones, and the jumping sumo is no different. It can jump over 2.5 feet high and always lands back on its wheels, has the capability of making some extreme turns without tipping over and is equipped with a wide angle camera that streams live immersive views on the piloting screen. A charge of one hour gives you 20 minutes of play time with this. You can buy it for $119 instead of $159.99.

Mini Drone Axis Gyro Quadcopter

The Husban X4 quadcopter is one of the easier to maneuver mini drones on the market, be it simply flying it or doing some more complicated stuff like circles, figure eights and banking. It’s on sale for $36.89, down from the usual price of $50.59.

Depstech®Syma Quadcopter Drone

The X8C has a 6-axis system which allows the drone to be hand launched, while also allowing for easier flight controls and great wind resistance. Its technology applies anti interference, which means more than one quadcopter is flying at the same time they will not interfere with each other. It has a camera for both pics and video, and can be flown indoors and outdoors. It’s available for $120.99

Quadpro Nc5 Nano Quadcopter 360 Degree Flip Mini Drone 

One of the best options for beginners, the Quadpro Nc5 Nano quadcopter is built for those flying drones for the very first time and because the product is made of advanced plastic, the electric furnace accessories have mild anti fall and fall treatment. Get it for $32.99.

 UXSC 2.4G Quadcopter Mini Drone

The X5c 2.4G quadcopter comes with a 720p HD camera which comes with a 2GB SD card which comes in quite handy. It has an Intelligent Orientation Control system, eliminating the need to adjust the position of aircraft before flying, which is quite handy for beginners. It’s available for $129.99 instead of $149.99.

Cheerwing® Remote Control Mini Nano RC Quadcopter UFO Drone

The Cheerwing nano quadcopter has a very impressive radio control system that allows for a quicker and better way of learning how to fly drones, and the 2.4GHZ remote control allows for longer control distance, strong anti-interference ability,small power consumption, and rapid response. Get it for $19.98.

Syma X5C Explorers 2.4G 4CH 6-Axis Gyro RC Quadcopter With HD Camera

The Syma X5C comes with an HD camera and 2GB SD Card, and can handle 7 minute of flying on 100 minutes of charging. One of its best features is a button that makes it perform a flip with 360 degree eversion. Get it for $48.80 instead of $63.99.

Hubsan X4 Quadcopter with FPV Camera Toy

The Husban quadcopter has a fantastic camera that can broadcast live from up to 100 meters and its build allows for excellent flight control with impressive durability. Buy it for $139.99 instead of $249.99.

JJRC H8 Mini

The JJRC H8 Mini is one of the cheaper 6-axis gyro drones out there, and is currently on a 60% discount, which means you can buy it for just $13.89

Estes 4606 Proto X Nano R/C Quadcopter

The Estes Nano Quadcopter can land on the top of your finger if you’re accurate enough with your landings (always the most difficult part) and has LED lights to indicate the front and back of the Heli. You can get it for $29.97 instead of $59.99.

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The Husban X4 comes with 0.3MP video recording module, has excellent the 6-axis flight control system and its lightweight airframe provides nice durability. You can buy it for $40.99 instead of $51.99.

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11 Amazing Drones for Indoors & Outdoors Flight

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Drones are everyone’s favorite toys right now – as they become more advanced and affordable, they are delighting techies and casuals alike with their grace and potential for fun.  If you want to join the party but don’t know where to start, or are just looking for a great Christmas gift for the geeks in your family, check this list where we list some of the coolest and most incredible drones on the market right now. If you like any of them, be sure to click the picture to check their prices or buy them!

DJI Phantom 3 Professional Quadcopter Drone

If you thought the Phantom 2 was amazing, wait until you see this. It sports a 4k UHD camera with fully stabilized 3-axis gimbal along with a Vision Positioning system to allow stable flight indoors. It streams 720p video live while simultaneously recording it in higher quality in its internal microSD card. You can control this moder using the DJI Pilot app for iOS and Android and even control the camera via this app.

Haktoys HAK907 17″ Diagonal 2.4GHz 4CH RC Quadcopter

This baby here is top of its class when it comes to budget options. It’s capable of both indoor and outdoor flight straight out of the box in 3 speed modes. What’s more, it’ll be ready to fly with just under 90 minutes of charge for 10 whole minutes, all the way up to 300 feet. It’s the perfect drone for beginners.

UDI U818A 2.4GHz 4 CH 6 Axis Gyro RC Quadcopter with Camera

 Another great drone for beginners, this baby uses a 6 AXIS GYRO with posture control for precise positioning during flight. This model includes a video camera FPV, which along with its efficient battery (it charges in just under 120 minutes to provide 7-9 minutes of flight) makes it one of those perfect grown-up toys.

DJI Phantom 2 Vision quadcopter with integrated FPV camcorder

The Phantom series is sort of synonimous of high-end drones, and no wonder, for everything about it is fantastic. Its integrated 14MP camera can record 1080p HD video to eithe Micro SD cards, or stream via Wi-Fi to our phones using the Vision app for iOS or Android, from up to 980 feet away. It can fly up to 25 minutes on a single charge.

Hubsan X4 Quadcopter

A more budget drone with fantastic capabilities for its price. This baby can up to 100 meters while filming, and even give users instant video preview on their transmitters. The videos have a 640 x 480 resolution which is recorded on its SD card video card – just under HD quality.

DJI Inspire 1 with Dual Remotes

Meet the ultimate drone. This is not a toy or anything like that, but a flying machine capable of travelling while streaming video to the user, and even be tracked with a GPS in case it goes too far away. And believe us, this model is so crazy, big and good that it just might. It’s made of carbon fiber, and has a bundled camera that can film 360 degrees unobstructed.

Still, the big star in this model is its control remote, with dedicated buttons for photos and videos, a gimbal control dial and integrated rechargeable battery for greater precision and accuracy. What’s more, you can use a second remote controller and fly with a friend if you want to share your experience – it allows unobstructed viewing and working in tandem to capture the best and greatest shots in 4K at some 24-30FPS, or 1080P at 24-60FPS. It really doesn’t get better than this.

Parrot AR Drone Quadricopter

This is a fantastic WiFi controlled drone, which users get to fly using an iOS or Android app (AR. FreeFlight) on their smartphones and tablets. It can record 720p high-definition video, and even share them straight to social media from this very interface. This drone is famous for being one of the most stable in the market, capable of standing still if users do not move its controls.

Holy Stone RC Drone

A rather cheap but fantastic drone. The controller will look familiar to gamers, and will allow them to fly it while instantly getting a sense of familiarity with it. It comes with two batteries so you can change them on the go and keep flying, and each one lasts in between 7 and 9 minutes, while getting charged in some 80 minutes.

Parrot Mini Drone Jumping Sumo

As opposed to mostly every other drone in this list, the Parrot Mini Drone Jumping Sumo excels at being a land machine, not a flying one. Still, that doesn’t mean it can’t do tricks as it is capable of jumping over 2.5 feet high while always falling back on its wheels, undamaged. As every other parrot model it can be used with the FreeFlight 3 app via WiFi and can stream video live. Because it doesn’t need to fly, it has a longer battery than most designs which gives it some 20 minutes of juice.

HB HOMEBOAT U818S RC Quadcopter Drone

This is another fantastic drone with its own dedicated controller. It’s one of the biggest designs in the market, and looks unbelievably cool. It can fly in many directions, while users check its POV with the dedicated screen streaming straight from its camera.

Parrot Bebop Quadcopter Drone

Don’t be fooled by its smaller size, for this guy is packed with real, unadulterated power. It sports a 14 megapixel capable of 1080p full HD in a 180° field of view, and can be controlled with the FreeFlight 3 app (iOS and Android) so you save on the controller. Also, it comes in a variety of colors so you can customize your drone.