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    #332
    tedpan
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 4,627 Mod ✭✭✭✭tedpan


    Sultan_of_Ping wrote:
    Below is some footage I shot of kite surfers (with their permission & cooperation). Pretty rough as I couldn't see a thing because of the glare on the screen - hence the reason I stayed high and away from them, and the video is short. I've fashioned a sun shade for next time ðŸ‘


    Not bad at all, it stays glued into position and that quality is fantastic! You have a heavy hand though, left and right you need to be slightly softer on the controls, that will get better with time. :) Thanks for sharing man, maybe I'll see you in the area soon. Most of my videos are in Mornington and Bettystown :)


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    #333
    ablelocks
    Registered Users Posts: 4,682 ✭✭✭ablelocks


    jogdish wrote: »
    Few weeks later, any updated thoughts on the Air 2 anyone else get one? I'm still on the fence.

    i got one (thanks for the nudge stuff hunter - nothing like a little confirmation bias to get over the line)

    haven't had much chance to get out and about with it though between work and weather, but as a total novice it's going to take a good bit of practice for me i think. It's really fast and responsive - will take a while to get the soft hands!

    definitely glad i went with the fly more combo (bought it from Apple - delivered within 2 days) - bought the care refresh insurance too


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    #334
    tedpan
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 4,627 Mod ✭✭✭✭tedpan


    ablelocks wrote:
    definitely glad i went with the fly more combo (bought it from Apple - delivered within 2 days) - bought the care refresh insurance too


    Nice one, congrats! Let us know how you get on and if you have any questions..


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    #335
    Sultan_of_Ping
    Registered Users Posts: 436 ✭✭Sultan_of_Ping


    tedpan wrote: »
    Not bad at all, it stays glued into position and that quality is fantastic! You have a heavy hand though, left and right you need to be slightly softer on the controls, that will get better with time. :) Thanks for sharing man, maybe I'll see you in the area soon. Most of my videos are in Mornington and Bettystown :)

    Just a couple of other points - this was last Saturday (21/6) and it was quite windy (got a few high wind warnings, but despite that the drone flew well). Also I wasn't tracking anything in particular as I couldn't see anything on the screen so I was trying to eye ball the surfers and point the drone in a way that I thought it might capture them!

    I take your point on the heavy handedness - I'm normally a bit smoother. I think it would have been much smoother if I'd been able to see and use the screen properly, but it's all a learning experience :D

    See you out there!


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    #336
    tedpan
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 4,627 Mod ✭✭✭✭tedpan


    Sultan_of_Ping wrote:
    I take your point on the heavy handedness - I'm normally a bit smoother. I think it would have been much smoother if I'd been able to see and use the screen properly, but it's all a learning experience

    Yep, I'm the exact same! We wait for sun and perfect conditions, when it arrives we can't see a thing and all experience goes out the window! That Air2 is very impressive though, seems more responsive and faster than the original.
    Sultan_of_Ping wrote:
    See you out there!

    Definitely, might give it a miss today haha :D


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    #337
    jogdish
    Registered Users Posts: 1,458 ✭✭✭jogdish


    Anyone know anything, seeing this about newer models being sold in EU:
    https://forum.dji.com/thread-218516-1-1.html


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    #338
    tedpan
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 4,627 Mod ✭✭✭✭tedpan


    jogdish wrote:
    Anyone know anything, seeing this about newer models being sold in EU:


    Hmmm, interesting, so all you need to do is confirm that you get one from the new batch! With covid it will be annoying I'm sure. Maybe try emailing DJI directly to see if they acknowledge the difference?


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    #339
    jogdish
    Registered Users Posts: 1,458 ✭✭✭jogdish


    tedpan wrote: »
    Hmmm, interesting, so all you need to do is confirm that you get one from the new batch! With covid it will be annoying I'm sure. Maybe try emailing DJI directly to see if they acknowledge the difference?


    Says it's under a software lock too, (gps spoof reveals it)


    ugh email DJI, shudder,


    Any chance you are buying one and willing to be a guinea pig :)


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    #340
    jogdish
    Registered Users Posts: 1,458 ✭✭✭jogdish


    Asked:
    "I am shopping for a Mavic Air 2 in Europe
    How can I help you today!
    Do the EU models have airsense included yet ?
    16:35
    Due to supply chain shortages related to the coronavirus pandemic, Mavic Air 2 units equipped with AirSense ADS-B will initially only be available in North America. A version of Mavic Air 2 will be available outside of North America without ADS-B
    We are working towards making ADS-B equipped Mavic Air 2 drones available globally and will update our customers and partners when timing has been confirmed.
    Do you know of a time frame?
    As of this moment we do not have infromation regarding on tha.
    "


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    #341
    tedpan
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 4,627 Mod ✭✭✭✭tedpan


    I noticed that DroneWorks are listing ADS-B as a feature on their website, might be worth contacting them. Maybe they have US stock? Air 2 ADS-B


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    #342
    PixelTrawler
    Registered Users Posts: 2,299 ✭✭✭PixelTrawler


    Is ADS-B likely to be a mandatory feature to have in the EU or just a nice feature to have?
    Considering getting the Air 2 as a first drone but dont want to see it grounded through regulations if I get it with a missing feature.


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    #343
    stuff.hunter
    Registered Users Posts: 915 ✭✭✭stuff.hunter


    PixelTrawler wrote: »
    Is ADS-B likely to be a mandatory feature to have in the EU or just a nice feature to have?
    Considering getting the Air 2 as a first drone but dont want to see it grounded through regulations if I get it with a missing feature.

    EU cant get their sh1t right so it wont be in any near future for sure, I'll say 5 years or more (if they'll go for it) so its a gimmick


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    #344
    jogdish
    Registered Users Posts: 1,458 ✭✭✭jogdish


    stuff.hunter wrote: »
    EU cant get their sh1t right so it wont be in any near future for sure, I'll say 5 years or more (if they'll go for it) so its a gimmick
    Kinda agree, but the more important concern to me (anyways) is how the mavic will be classed, basically it's missing a sticker because there is no agreed upon EU class system - maybe someone can elaborate/correct me. So worst case it could not get the sticker and it can only be flown in a very restricted area or it gets the sticker and it can be flown as is current ( once again please correct me if wrong ?)


    Either way im still waiting to pull the trigger.


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    #345
    TychoCaine
    Registered Users Posts: 673 ✭✭✭TychoCaine


    jogdish wrote: »
    Kinda agree, but the more important concern to me (anyways) is how the mavic will be classed, basically it's missing a sticker because there is no agreed upon EU class system - maybe someone can elaborate/correct me. So worst case it could not get the sticker and it can only be flown in a very restricted area or it gets the sticker and it can be flown as is current ( once again please correct me if wrong ?)


    Either way im still waiting to pull the trigger.

    You may want to pull the trigger. The EASA rules, which *do* include a class system, (C0 - C4), was due to come into effect last month. I presume the government have had more important things to deal with, and it's been delayed.
    https://www.iaa.ie/docs/default-source/misc/iaa---eu-uas-regulations-outline.pdf


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    #346
    hurikane
    Registered Users Posts: 688 ✭✭✭hurikane


    Looking at getting a drone.

    Originally I was looking at getting the Mavic Mini but I live in an exposed area and the wind is always blowing. So I’m now looking at the Mavic Air 2, is there any quick reference where you can compare the two drones?

    Also where is best to purchase, anywhere got any deals on Air 2 currently?


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    #347
    tedpan
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 4,627 Mod ✭✭✭✭tedpan


    hurikane wrote:
    Originally I was looking at getting the Mavic Mini but I live in an exposed area and the wind is always blowing. So I’m now looking at the Mavic Air 2, is there any quick reference where you can compare the two drones?

    There are lots of differences, best watching videos on YouTube. Here's some of the benefits, hopefully some users could post their experiences?

    Pros of Mavic Air 2
    Better connection, fly further etc.
    Better camera
    More stable in wind
    More sensors - safer to fly with obstacles
    Better following/tracking modes

    Pros of Mavic Mini
    Tiny - more portable for traveling.
    Much lower price point
    Smaller battery, less charging time

    They both have similar flight times.
    hurikane wrote:
    Also where is best to purchase, anywhere got any deals on Air 2 currently?

    Probably best buying from DJI directly or locally from an authorised reseller (eg Harvey norman). Warranty is only covered in the area of purchase.


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    #348
    hurikane
    Registered Users Posts: 688 ✭✭✭hurikane


    tedpan wrote: »
    There are lots of differences, best watching videos on YouTube. Here's some of the benefits, hopefully some users could post their experiences?

    Pros of Mavic Air 2
    Better connection, fly further etc.
    Better camera
    More stable in wind
    More sensors - safer to fly with obstacles
    Better following/tracking modes

    Pros of Mavic Air
    Tiny - more portable for traveling.
    Much lower price point
    Smaller battery, less charging time

    They both have similar flight times.



    Probably best buying from DJI directly or locally from an authorised reseller (eg Harvey norman). Warranty is only covered in the area of purchase.

    That’s brilliant, thanks a million.


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    #349
    tedpan
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 4,627 Mod ✭✭✭✭tedpan


    hurikane wrote:
    That’s brilliant, thanks a million.


    No probs, I realised I made a mistake. Should have written mavic mini, not air, I'll adjust now.

    Give me a shout of you have any other questions!


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    #350
    hurikane
    Registered Users Posts: 688 ✭✭✭hurikane


    tedpan wrote: »
    No probs, I realised I made a mistake. Should have written mavic mini, not air, I'll adjust now.

    Give me a shout of you have any other questions!

    I knew what you meant. Out of interest, what’s the issue with ADS-B? Why would it be a reason to buy now or to wait until it’s on the European Air 2?


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    #351
    tedpan
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 4,627 Mod ✭✭✭✭tedpan


    hurikane wrote:
    I knew what you meant. Out of interest, what’s the issue with ADS-B? Why would it be a reason to buy now or to wait until it’s on the European Air 2?


    So, this is up for debate. Currently MA2s made for the EU don't have this piece of hardware. If you read back through this thread, some are waiting for it, others are happy enough without it. Apparently it will be available but only only future productions of the air 2.

    It's a nice feature, although I've no experience with it and have never flown near other aircraft so not really a requirement on my list.


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    #352
    hurikane
    Registered Users Posts: 688 ✭✭✭hurikane


    tedpan wrote: »
    So, this is up for debate. Currently MA2s made for the EU don't have this piece of hardware. If you read back through this thread, some are waiting for it, others are happy enough without it. Apparently it will be available but only only future productions of the air 2.

    It's a nice feature, although I've no experience with it and have never flown near other aircraft so not really a requirement on my list.

    Thanks again. And hopefully my last questions for now. Any thoughts on DJI select and DJI care?


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    #353
    tedpan
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 4,627 Mod ✭✭✭✭tedpan


    hurikane wrote:
    Thanks again. And hopefully my last questions for now. Any thoughts on DJI select and DJI care?


    Not something I have experience with, I try to be as careful as possible! I know other boardsies have used the service, maybe they can assist?


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    #354
    delly
    Moderators, Home & Garden Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 7,652 Mod ✭✭✭✭delly


    As a recent Mavic Mini purchaser, another feature missing from it over the air is the follow me mode. There is a limited selection of similar features on the mini, but no true follow me mode. I got mine on Amazon for £280 as a warehouse purchase and it's going well so far.

    Aside from features, another factor is how much time you reckon you might put into it. If you are out every other weekend, then the air is the way to go, but in my case once a month or less made my decision along with price for the mini.


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    #355
    hurikane
    Registered Users Posts: 688 ✭✭✭hurikane


    delly wrote: »
    As a recent Mavic Mini purchaser, another feature missing from it over the air is the follow me mode. There is a limited selection of similar features on the mini, but no true follow me mode. I got mine on Amazon for £280 as a warehouse purchase and it's going well so far.

    Aside from features, another factor is how much time you reckon you might put into it. If you are out every other weekend, then the air is the way to go, but in my case once a month or less made my decision along with price for the mini.

    Cheers, siding with the Air 2. Just need to work out where to buy and if I need Dji select and care


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    #356
    tedpan
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 4,627 Mod ✭✭✭✭tedpan


    hurikane wrote:
    Cheers, siding with the Air 2. Just need to work out where to buy and if I need Dji select and care

    Yeah, it's on my wishlist too!

    Keep in mind the DJI additional offerings must be purchased in the same country you purchase the drone and where it will be used.


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    #357
    Clareman
    Moderators, Sports Moderators, Regional Midwest Moderators Posts: 23,923 Mod ✭✭✭✭Clareman


    I have the Air 2, I got it over the Mini because of the better camera and the fact that it's more often than not too windy in Ireland for the mini.

    I with with the DJI Care package for the first year because it cost ~€1,000 and I see it as an insurance policy for my stupidity, it'd be fair annoying to have broken the thing in a tree/off a wire and just been left with all the accessories.


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    #358
    jogdish
    Registered Users Posts: 1,458 ✭✭✭jogdish


    I think I will be on hold buying an Air2 till December now, funny was so ready to buy one back in April.


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    #359
    jogdish
    Registered Users Posts: 1,458 ✭✭✭jogdish


    Anyone here recently (ish ) buy an Air 2 ? Noticed this about the EU features, anyone able to check theirs ?
    https://forum.dji.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=218234&extra=page%3D1%26filter%3Dtypeid%26typeid%3D556%26typeid%3D556

    TLDR:
    It basically says you should look inside the battery compartment at the model number.

    If it is ending ...1N it is the original non Airsense equipped batch.
    If it is ending ...3W it is is a new version equipped with Airsense.


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    #360
    hurikane
    Registered Users Posts: 688 ✭✭✭hurikane


    jogdish wrote: »
    Anyone here recently (ish ) buy an Air 2 ? Noticed this about the EU features, anyone able to check theirs ?
    https://forum.dji.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=218234&extra=page%3D1%26filter%3Dtypeid%26typeid%3D556%26typeid%3D556

    TLDR:
    It basically says you should look inside the battery compartment at the model number.

    If it is ending ...1N it is the original non Airsense equipped batch.
    If it is ending ...3W it is is a new version equipped with Airsense.

    Got mine a few weeks ago, has 3W


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    #361
    ozmo
    Registered Users Posts: 3,845 ✭✭✭ozmo


    hurikane wrote: »
    Got mine a few weeks ago, has 3W

    Anything on the box to indicate this? And does it appear to be functional in the DJI Software for EU when you have the model with the correct hardware?

    thanks.

    “Roll it back”



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