Commentary

The Big Money Continues to Bet on Drones

Photo Mark Peterson/Fortune Magazine license by CC 2.zero News and Commentary.  Today’s announcement that telecommunications firm Verizon has bought business drone platform Skyward offers additional proof that enormous corporations are persevering with to spend money on the trade, hoping to cement their stake within the huge potential of drones and the …

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Challenges on the Horizon for the Consumer Drone Industry

Looking back at the progress the consumer drone industry made in 2016, it’s easy to imagine that 2017 will be packed with revelatory product announcements and further strides forward. However, another bumper 18 months of consumer drone innovation seems unlikely at this point. Here’s why… Let’s begin by concentrating on …

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Can Dronifi Succeed Where Established Online Drone Data Serv…

Dronifi’s software-as-a-service for drone-based business service providers offers unique features, but can it compete with its well-funded rivals? THE FACTS: With U.S. Part 107 UAS pilot certifications growing (now at 23,000), the commercial drone industry is rapidly changing from a product-focused industry to a service-based one. Dronifi, a four-year-old California …

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GoPro Vs DJI: Tech Giants End 2016 With Plenty to Prove

Not that long ago, the end of 2016 looked as though it would be a defining point for consumer drones, the time for them to truly go mainstream. In September, GoPro made its highly anticipated move into the drone space with the launch of the Karma. Industry leader target=”_blank”> target=”_blank”> …

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Mavic Pro Delay: Shipping Starts But Has the Damage Been Done?

When target=”_blank”> target=”_blank”> target=”_blank”> target=”_blank”> target=”_blank”> target=”_blank”>DJI launched its new foldable drone – the Mavic Pro – last month, it’s fair to say that the reaction in the industry was overwhelmingly positive. The Mavic Pro looks to be comfortably the best value drone on the market in terms of capability. …

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