It’s already Day 7 of Tech Guide’s 2023 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas and our goal is to help you to find the perfect gadget gifts for your family and friends.

Today we’re look at drones and a wide variety of other gadgets of all shapes and sizes.

Here are Tech Guide’s 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas:

Day 1: Cameras

Day 2: Smartphones

Day 3: Wearables/smartwatches

Day 4: Headphones/speakers

Day 5: Gaming

Day 6: Tablets/e-readers

Day 7: Drones/Gadgets

Day 8: Smart/IoT devices

Day 9: In-car gadgets

Day 10: TVs/Blu-Ray/4K

Day 11: Appliances

Day 12: Computers

DAY 7: DRONES/GADGETS

DJI MINI PRO 4 – $1,119

DJI has released the Mini 4 Pro – a 249g drone that manages to pack in a premium camera and omni-directional obstacle sensing in a chassis that fits in the palm of your hand.

Weighing less than 250g means the DJI Mini 4 Pro is exempt from drone regulations in most parts of the world and doesn’t require registration.

And, according to CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority), being under 250g allows users to fly safely within the 5.5km range of a controlled airspace.

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EMBER MUG – From $130

Ember is a designer temperature-controlled mugs in Australia so customers can keep their hot beverages at the right temperature from the first sip to the last.

Ember has a range of smart drinkware which come in three different sizes and use patented technology to control the temperature of your coffee or tea and keep it between 50-degrees and 62.5-degrees Celsius.

Under the hood, the Ember mugs utilise the latest battery technology and can maintain temperatures for up to one and a half hours with the Ember Mug 2 (10oz – 295ml) and Ember Cup and 80 minutes with the larger Ember mug 2 (14oz – 414ml).

READ OUR FULL REPORT HERE

GRID STUDIO – from $211

Grid Studio has earned a reputation for quality after offering old iPhones as works of art. This would be an ideal gift for someone who would appreciate and enjoy the nostalgic and artistic presentation of a Grid Studio product.

Their most popular products are framed iPhones going back to the original 2007 model and it has now expanded to the original iPad and the original iPod as well.

There is also a range of portable gaming devices that have been immortalised in the same way.

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DYSON SOLAR DESK MORPH LIGHT – $899
Dyson has applied the same engineering principles to make the Dyson Solarcycle Morph Desk Light.

The Dyson Solarcycle Morph Desk Light is the latest product in its lighting portfolio and can imitate daylight from dawn till dusk as well as delivering light in four different ways – indirect, direct for a task, as a feature light or as an ambient light.

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DJI AIR 3 – From $1,699

Drones are going down the same path as smartphones when it comes to cameras – having just one is no longer enough. The new DJI Air 3 has two dual primary cameras.

It is the first dual camera model of the Air Series and it adds even more choices and functionality for aerial photographers.

Onboard is a wide-angle camera and a medium telephoto with up to 3x zoom that can produce stunning 48-megapixel images and 4K HDR videos at 60 frames per second.

The DJI Air 3 has a foldable design so when you’re done the props tuck away to make the drone a compact size – its about the size of a 1L water bottle.

READ OUR REVIEW HERE

CRICUT JOY EXTRA –  $429

Cricut has unveiled its latest smart cutting machine – the Joy Xtra – which gives users the power to start creating stickers, labels, customised t-shirts and much more straight out of the box.

Cricut has been around a long time and has released machines of various sizes, but the Joy Xtra is being described as the “Goldilocks” of smart cutting machines because it’s just right for newcomers and experts alike.

The Cricut Joy Xtra smart cutting machine can cut, write, draw and foil to make popular projects including full colour stickers, custom cards, vinyl decals, T shirts and much more.

FULL REPORT HERE

THERAGUN MINI 2 – $199

Wellness brand Therabody got our attention with the Theragun massage device and now it has released its baby brother – the Theragun Mini 2.0 – which you can take anywhere with you.

The Theragun Mini 2.0 is a travel-sized product that offers the same percussive therapy but in a compact form factor.

And this 2.0 version is 20 per cent smaller and 30 per cent lighter than the first generation Mini.

FULL REPORT HERE

CRICUT HATPRESS – $229

For anyone who likes to customise their own hats or make professional looking gifts, Cricut HatPress is a perfect match. The curved, ceramic-coated heat plate creates wrinkle-free transfers and perfectly positions your hat on the form for a precise transfer every time. Create a gift or spend quality time creating matching hats for the whole family. Available at Harvey Norman and Big W 

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NRGVAULT PV500 PORTABLE POWER STATION – $599.95 |

NRGVault’s portable power stations deliver a wide range of benefits for indoors and outdoors, home or on-the-go. Portable and lighter than previous generations of mobile power, it is a great accessory to take camping to power up lighting, run a mini-fridge, portable speaker, bug zapper and even a coffee maker.

Road trippers can connect a portable fridge to keep the drinks chilled and powered devices to keep the kids entertained, while caravanning enthusiasts can complement existing built-in power with a portable power station so that coffee machines, music, fans and lighting can be taken outside of the caravan as camp is setup for the evening. Available from Harvey Norman and NRGVault.com.au

FULL REPORT HERE

ONEWORLD 135 – $174

The new international OneWorld135 is a 135W adaptor that can charge up to five devices at once including laptops, tablets, smartphones and other USB-powered devices.

It has enough power to charge two MacBook Pros at full speed at the same time.

OneWorld135 works in more than 200 countries and keep all your devices charged.

FULL REPORT HERE

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DJI has released the Mini 4 Pro – a 249g drone that manages to pack in a premium camera and omni-directional obstacle sensing in a chassis that fits in the palm of your hand.

Weighing less than 250g means the DJI Mini 4 Pro is exempt from drone regulations in most parts of the world and doesn’t require registration.

And, according to CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority), being under 250g allows users to fly safely within the 5.5km range of a controlled airspace.

“The Mini 4 Pro perfectly marries professional-grade capabilities while keeping its hallmark lightweight design, offering unmatched freedom and adaptability,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Creative Director at DJI.

“This drone emerges as the ultimate all-rounder, designed to elevate your creative toolkit.”

On the imaging side, the DJI Mini 4 Pro has a 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor to shoot 48-megaoixel stills and 4K HDR video at up to 60fps and slo-mo 4K at 100fps.

Also onboard is an enhanced noise reduction algorithm to improve shooting images and videos in low light.

The Mini 4 Pro can also provide True Vertical Shooting to share on social media and to playback on smartphones.

And professional users will appreciate the 10-bit D-Log M recording for post-production colour grading and control.

You can also shoot 48-megapixel RAW and use SmartPhoto that can fuse HDR imaging, scene recognition and more for stunning results.

The Mini 4 Pro also offers worry free flying thanks to the omni-directional obstacle sensing which uses wide angle sensors and downward vision sensors so it can detect obstructions in all directions.

Flight time is up to 34 minutes with the regular battery and that can be extended to up to 45 minutes using the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus.

Users can also set waypoints and fly an automatic route and set up cruise control for long-distance steady flights while you focus on the photography.

The DJI Mini 4 Pro also has a Return to Home (RTH) feature that can return to drone to its launch point at the press of a button.

The drone can also lock on to and track moving objects with ActiveTrack 360 and has a range of intelligent features to get the right shot including:

– MasterShots: Delivers dynamic camera movement templates tailored for portrait, close-up, and long-range shots, ensuring you nail every shot!

– QuickShots: Provides Dronie, Circle, Helix, Rocket, Boomerang, and Asteroid modes for more stylish results.

– Hyperlapse: Provides Free, Waypoint, Circle, and Course Lock modes with unlimited shooting time, and supports compositing while shooting.

– Panorama: Supports shooting 180°, Wide Angle, Vertical, and Sphere panoramic photos to capture magnificent landscapes.

– QuickTransfer: Quickly transfer photos and videos to your smartphone without linking the remote controller. Your creations will be instantly ready to share.

There are also a range of DJI accessories for the Mini 4 Pro:

– DJI Mini 4 Pro Wide-Angle Vision: Capture vast landscapes through the super-wide 100° FOV of the wide-angle lens.

– DJI Mini 4 Pro ND Filters Set (ND16/64/256): Adapt to challenging lighting scenarios with precision using ND16/64/256 filters, ensuring readiness for the perfect images.

– DJI Mini 4 Pro 360° Propeller Guard: Enhance flight safety effortlessly with the complete coverage provided by the 360° propeller guard, designed to be attached and detached with ease.

PRICING

– The DJI Mini 4 Pro (DJI RC-N2) retails for $1,119 and includes one drone, a DJI RC-N2 Remote Controller, a DJI RC-N2/N1 RC Cable (USB-C Connector), a DJI RC-N2/N1 RC Cable (Lightning Connector), a DJI Mini 4 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery, a pair of DJI Mini 4 Pro/Mini 3 Pro Propellers (Screws Included), a Screwdriver, a DJI Mini 4 Pro Gimbal Protector, a DJI Mini 4 Pro Propeller Holder, and a Type-C to Type-C PD Cable.

– The DJI Mini 4 Pro (DJI RC 2) retails for $1,419 and includes one drone, a DJI RC 2 Remote Controller, a DJI Mini 4 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery, a pair of DJI Mini 4 Pro/Mini 3 Pro Propellers (Screws Included), a Screwdriver, a DJI Mini 4 Pro Gimbal Protector, a DJI Mini 4 Pro Propeller Holder, and a Type-C to Type-C PD Cable.

– The DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo (DJI RC 2) retails for $1,699 and includes one drone, a DJI RC 2 Remote Controller, three DJI Mini 4 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery, three pairs of DJI Mini 4 Pro/Mini 3 Pro Propellers (Screws Included), a Screwdriver, a DJI Mini 4 Pro Gimbal Protector, a DJI Mini 4 Pro Propeller Holder, a Type-C to Type-C PD Cable, a USB-C Cable, a DJI Mini Shoulder Bag, and the DJI Mini 4 Pro/Mini 3 Series Two-Way Charging Hub.

– The DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo Plus (DJI RC 2) retails for $1,799 and includes one drone, a DJI RC 2 Remote Controller, three DJI Mini 4 Pro/Mini 3 Series Intelligent Flight Battery Plus, three pairs of DJI Mini 4 Pro/Mini 3 Pro Propellers (Screws Included), a Screwdriver, a DJI Mini 4 Pro Gimbal Protector, a DJI Mini 4 Pro Propeller Holder, a Type-C to Type-C PD Cable, a USB-C Cable, a DJI Mini Shoulder Bag, and the DJI Mini 4 Pro/Mini 3 Series Two-Way Charging Hub.

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Leading drone brand DJI has unveiled the DJI Air 3 – the latest drone in the Air family that offers dual primary cameras to take your aerial photography to new heights.

Onboard the DJI Air 3 is a wide-angle camera and a 3x medium telephoto camera which can produce 48-megapixel images and 4K HDR videos at 60fps.

“The DJI Air 3 is the first drone of our Air Series which offers professional features like dual primary cameras and omnidirectional obstacle sensing and at the same time retaining its lightweight capabilities with a weight of just 720g for more freedom and flexibility,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Creative Director at DJI.

“The drone is the perfect all-rounder for your outdoor adventures and offers you a more diverse camera language.”

Under the camera system’s hood is 1/1.3-inch CMOS wide-angle camera and 1/1.3-inch CMOS 3x medium tele camera.

The cameras have the same size sensors but offer different focal lengths to offer the pilot even more variety with their photography.

The wide-angle camera lets you capture wide, sweeping landscapes which is the equivalent of a 24mm lens and an F1.7 aperture.

The 3x Tele medium camera is similar to 70mm and a F2.8 aperture, and it can achieve up to 3x optical zoom.

The wide-angle FOV allows a much broader capture while the 3x medium tele lets you boldly focus on your subject.

On the video side the DJI Air 3 can output 4K/60fps HDR and up to 4K/100fps max. video specification without FOV cropping.

The new DJI Air 3 is also the first of the Air Series to support 2.7K vertical video (9:16).

Another first for the DJI Air 3 is omnidirectional obstacle sensing so it can detect and help you avoid obstacles in every direction.

If an obstacle is detected the drone can actively avoid and bypass the trouble.

This gives beginners even more peace of mind as they take to the skies for the first time.

The ActiveTrack function can even allow pilots to fly hands-free and the Advanced RTH (return to home) for a worry-free landing.

The DJI AIR 3 has a 48 per cent improvement in maximum flight time of up to 46 minutes.

There is also a new battery charging hub which can transfer power from other batteries to the battery with the highest charge.

OTHER INTELLIGENT FEATURES

FocusTrack for both cameras: Consisting of Spotlight 2.0, ActiveTrack 5.0 and Point of Interest 3.0.

FocusTrack keeps the subject in the centre of the frame. When using the 3x medium tele camera, a unique sense of spatial compression will be generated to highlight the pilot or any other person as the subject in terrific status.

QuickShots: Empowers the DJI Air 3 to perform creative camera movements like Rocket, Dronie, Circle, Helix, Boomerang, and Asteroid.

2.7K Vertical Shooting: The DJI Air 3 supports dual-camera 2.7K vertical video shooting. The wide-angle camera can include rich image information, while the 3x medium tele camera can portrait the pilot or others as the subject, facilitating more eye-catching vertical aerial photography. The 2.7K vertical shot output can be shared immediately on social media without post-cropping.

MasterShots: Allows the DJI Air 3 to automatically perform diverse camera movements, shoot multiple clips, edit the clips, and add music to generate fast and effortless cinematic footage

Night Mode: Thanks to the noise reduction algorithm, the DJI Air 3 can capture up to 4K/30fps clean footage in low-light environments.

Hyperlapse: Select from four sub-modes of Free, Circle, Course Lock, and Waypoint to shoot up to 4K horizontal or 2.7K vertical timelapse footage.

Slow Motion: Select 4K/100fps or 1080p/100fps to directly record a 4x slow-motion video.

SmartPhoto 3.0: In single shot mode, the DJI Air 3 uses SmartPhoto 3.0 by default, which can automatically select among HDR, hyperlight, and scene recognition according to the scenario for better imaging results. In HDR DNG format, the camera can record a larger dynamic range with built-in contrast enhancement. The image file can achieve JPG-level quality in post-editing software, reducing the difficulty of post-production.

QuickTransfer: Quickly download photos and videos from the aircraft to your smartphone through a wireless connection, saving time and effort.

Waypoint Flight: This feature is available on the Air Series for the first time. The user can plan flight routes and shooting actions for the DJI Air 3 in advance to achieve difficult camera movements like one-takes. Pilots can also save a flight route to repeat the same mission precisely later, making it easy to create long-duration timelapse videos that capture transitions such as day to night or season to season.

PRICING

The DJI Air 3 is available now and is priced at:
DJI Air 3 (DJI RC-N2) – $1,699

DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo (DJI RC-N2) – $2,049

DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo (DJI RC 2) – $2,349

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DJI has just unveiled the flagship Mavic 3 Pro drone with an all-new triple camera system that will allow aerial photographers to unleash their creativity.

The DJI Mavic 3 pro has the Mavic’s signature Hasselblad camera along with two tele cameras all with different focal lengths to offer photographers even more creative choices.

“At DJI we are constantly evolving our products to help capture fascinating scenery and explore visual storytelling through both video and stills,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Creative Director at DJI.

“The Mavic 3 Pro’s triple camera combination gives users the ability to switch between shot composition with just one tap, allowing content creators a wider variety of shots in less time than ever before.

“We can’t wait to see the end result of how people use the drone to alter the viewers’ perception of space and distance.”

The drone’s triple camera system offers 24mm, 70mm and 166mm focal lengths which allows for wide angle shots, medium tele and focusing in on a particular area, object or person.

The medium tele camera (70mm format equivalent) can be used in a variety of scenarios from framing buildings to cars in commercial shoots.

With the 1/1.3-inch CMOS Sensor and 3x optical zoom it is capable of 48MP/12MP photos and 4K 60fps video with support for the new D-log M.

Under the hood is the 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad camera of the Mavic 3 Series which supports 12-bit RAW photos with up to 12.8 stops of native dynamic range.

On the video side, users can achieve professional specifications with 5.1K/50fps or DCI 4K/120fps.

Mavic 3 Pro Cine offers extensive options for professional photographers with support for Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422 an Apple ProRes 422 LT encoding.

The drone also has a built in 1TB SSD and 10Gbps lightspeed data cable to speed up the professional workflow

The Mavic 3 Pro has a flight time of up to an impressive 43 minutes which means a photographer can worry more about shot composition rather than constantly looking at the battery level.

On the safety side, the drone has eight wide angle vision sensors that work with the high performance vision computing engine to sense obstacles in every direction.

Additional features include:

– Waypoint Flight: Automatically plans a flight route based on the user’s preset waypoints and can precisely repeat routes.

– Cruise Control: Set Mavic 3 Pro to fly in any direction without continually pressing the control sticks for smoother camera movement during long-distance manual control.

– Advanced RTH: Automatically determines a safe and efficient flight route back to its home point, easily bypassing obstacles on the RTH path.

DJI’s Signature Intelligent Features:

– FocusTrack: The Hasselblad camera and the medium tele camera of Mavic 3 Pro support FocusTrack, which includes ActiveTrack 5.0, Spotlight, and Point of Interest, enabling stable tracking shots in multiple directions.

– MasterShots: MasterShots are enabled with just one tap and the drone will automatically shoot, edit, add soundtracks to automatically generate cinematic footage.

– QuickShots: Perform diverse camera movements like Dronie, Rocket, Circle, and Helix.

– Panorama: compose a 100MP lossless panorama photo to capture a more extensive and magnificent landscape.

PRICING

DJI Mavic 3 Pro will be available in May, in the following configurations:
DJI Mavic 3 Pro (DJI RC) – $3,099

DJI Mavic 3 Pro Fly More Combo (DJI RC) – $4,199

DJI Mavic 3 Pro Fly More Combo (DJI RC Pro) – $5,329

DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine Premium Combo – $6,939

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DJI has unveiled the sleek Inspire 3 professional drone for aerial cinematographers which has an all-new design, improved aerodynamics and the ability to shoot 8K video.

The Inspire all-in-one cinematic-grade aerial filming system has already been used on some of the world’s biggest films and the Inspire 3 takes things to another level.

It’s been more than six years since the release of the Inspire 2 so this upgrade has been highly anticipated.

“The Inspire 3 is the professional-level aerial platform all filmmakers have been waiting for,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Creative Director at DJI.

“It empowers users to fully maximize the potential of any shot as they can record in cinematic-grade image quality previously only available with large and clunky camera systems.

“We are looking forward to seeing how the Inspire 3 will push aerial cinematography to a completely new level.”

The Inspire 3 has been completely redesigned provides filmmakers with a lightweight and portable form factor with the streamlined body integrating FPV (first person view) camera, visual sensors, positioning antennas and storage card slots.

With the landing gear lowered the Inspire 3 can handle 80-degree upward angle shooting giving cinematographers even more options.

But, of course, when the landing gear is up, you have a 360-degree unobstructed view with the included Zenmuse X9-8K Air Gimbal Camera which can shoot 8K/75fps Apple ProRes RAW video and 4K/120fps ProRes RAW.

Onboard the Inspire 3 is advanced positioning technology so cinematographers can plan their shooting routes more accurately and save production time.

The new Waypoint Pro function makes it possible to set flight routes for shot planning.

Repeatable Routes is a Waypoint Pro feature so pilots can precisely fly the same route and remember settings like speed, altitude, gimbal angle and camera settings.

This means filmmakers can perform difficult single shots and fly the same location at different times of the day for long timelapses and transitions.

3D Dolly is a feature that makes it possible for the Inspire 3 to imitate cranes, cable cams and a dolly without the limits of those tools.

With this feature you can create an aerial motion path where the pilot can move backwards and forwards along that path at different speeds and different gimbal settings.

On the safety side the Inspire 3 has numerous sensors that can detect obstacles in all directions.

And when this active avoidance is switched off, the drone will still display the distance from an obstacle on the navigation display.

The Inspire 3 comes with the DJI RC Plus which has a 7-inch 1200 nit high-brightness display so it’s still easy to see in direct sunlight and is powered by a hot-swappable battery.

Speaking of batteries, the Inspire 3 runs on TB51 dual batteries which offer up to 28 minutes of flying time.

The Inspire 3 can reach speeds of up to 94km/h and has an ascent/descent speed of 8m/sec and a dive speed of 10m/sec.

The Inspire 3 comes in a trolley case with an extendable handle and two side handles and four 360-degree movement wheels.

So much does all this cost? The DJI Inspire 3 drone comes with a controller, Zenmuse X9-8K camera, six batteries and other accessories. It is priced at $20,469.

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Leading drone manufacturer DJI is poised to launch its latest professional drone – the Inspire 3 – more than six years after the previous model was announced.

DJI released a global premier announcement which reads “Inspiration Arrives” with a silhouette of an Inspire drone.

The launch will be live streamed at 11pm (AEST) on April 13.

The Inspire drones have a detachable and upgradeable camera system and landing gear that rises on take-off to give the camera a clear 360-degree view.

The previous model – the DJI Inspire 2 – was released in November 2016 so it’s been a long time coming for professional users who use this type of drone for professional shoots and feature films.

Rumours suggest the new Inspire drone will be fitted with the Zenmuse X9 full-frame camera which is compatible with Lumix lenses and that will be able to record 8K video.

The Inspire 2 was capable of speeds up to 94km/h and can accelerate from 0-80km/h in less than five seconds.

We’re expecting the Inspire 3, like the Inspire 2, to have two onboard batteries for a flight time of up to 30 minutes.

It appears the Inspire 3 will also come with large foldable propellors.

All will be revealed on April 13 at 11pm (AEST).

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DJI has introduced the Mini 2 SE, a new lightweight and more affordable camera drone that fits in the palm of your hand but that can still capture stunning pictures and videos.

The DJI Mini 2 SE weighs less than 249g which means it’s exempt from drone regulations in many parts of the world and doesn’t need to be registered.

And being under 250g, means you can safely fly the drone within the 5.5km range of a controlled airspace according to CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority).

The drone folds down to a size smaller than the palm of your hand so there’s no stopping you taking it with you everywhere you go.

The DJI Mini 2 SE has a 1/2.3-inch CMOS camera sensor which can capture video at 2.7K and shoot 12-megapixel photos.

The drone can also hover steadily even in high winds so your pictures and videos remain clear and stable.

Also on board is the DJI O2 transmission technology which offers a maximum video transmission range of 10 kilometres which includes anti interference capabilities.

The new DJI drone also incorporates features like intuitive flight controls including one-tap take-off and landing, stable hovering and the handy Return to Home feature.

Users can also tap into to the QuickShots which are stunning preset and automated modes to capture your surroundings.

The DJI Mini 2 SE offers a 31-minute maximum flight time on a single battery.

The DJI Mini 2 SE is priced at $599 and comes with the RC-N1 one remote controller and cables to connect your smartphone to the remote, one Intelligent Flight Battery, one spare set of propellers, a gimbal protector and a data cable.

For $799, customers can buy the DJI Mini 2 SE Fly More Combo which includes two more Intelligent Flight Batteries and two extra sets of spare propellers, a two-way charging hub, shoulder bag and propeller holder.

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DJI has just released the DJI Mini 3 – a more affordable sub-250g camera drone – which is small and light enough to be exempt from most drone regulations around the world.

Weighing just 249g, the DJI Mini 3 can (according to CASA – the Civil Aviation and Safety Authority) be flown within 5.5km of a controlled airspace like an airport.

And because it weighs less than 250g, the DJI Mini 3 drone doesn’t have to be registered.

There are similar regulations and policies in other parts of the world so you can legally fly without registration.

The DJI Mini 3, a cheaper version of the DJI Mini 3 Pro released earlier this year, can film 4K HDR video and capture stunning photos up to 48-megapixel with True Vertical Shooting so your content is ready to share on social media.

“DJI Mini 3 arrives as a welcome addition to our growing compact drone lineup,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Creative Director at DJI.

“It follows in the footsteps of its sibling, Mini 3 Pro, and offers many of the same high-performance features as a worthy alternative option.

“We created Mini 3 to invite even more new users to take off for the first time, and we can’t wait to see the moments they create with it.”

The DJI Mini 3 fits in the palm of your hand when folded which makes it even easier to take on your next trip and next adventure.

You can capture 4K at up 30 frames per second in HDR (high dynamic range) so you’re getting true-to-life colours day and night.

The 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor and f/1.7 aperture offers greater image resolution, sharper depth of field and lower image noise even in low lighting and high contrast.

The onboard 4-in-1 pixel technology can create images between 12-megapixel and 48-megapixel in resolution.

True Vertical Shooting rotates the camera 90-degrees to shoot videos and images that are perfect to share on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

DJI Mini 3 includes an Intelligent Flight Battery that can offer up to 38 minutes of flight time while Intelligent Flight Battery Plus can extend that to up to 51 minutes.

Your content can look pretty slick with Quickshots – pre-programmed flight and filming paths to take in your beautiful surroundings.

These include:

– Dronie: Aircraft flies back and up with the camera locked on the subject.

– Helix: Aircraft flies up and spirals around the subject.

– Rocket: Aircraft flies up with the camera facing down.

– Circle: Aircraft circles around the subject.

– Boomerang: Aircraft flies around the subject in an oval path, ascending as it flies away and descending as it returns.

And like the other DJI drones there are many intelligent functions that make it easier for first time pilots to take to the air including Auto Takeoff, return to home (RTH) which will bring drone automatically to its launch point.

RTH also works when the signal is lost or if the battery is running low.

Additional Features

– 180°, Wide, and Sphere panorama, with Sphere Panorama Viewer 2.0 in the DJI Fly app offering a 720° view to drag and zoom a Sphere panorama.

– QuickTransfer with max download speed of 25 MB/s

– Supports large-angle tilt to introduce more creative possibilities.

– Digital zoom at 2x in 4K/30fps, 4x in 1080p, and 2x in 12MP photo

Price and Availability

DJI Mini 3 is available in five configurations:

– DJI Mini 3 (Drone Only) does not include a remote controller or charger and is ideal for owners of existing DJI drones – $699.

– DJI Mini 3 includes the DJI RC-N1 Remote Controller – $829.

– DJI Mini 3 (DJI RC) includes the DJI RC Remote Controller – $1,019.

– DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo Plus includes the DJI RC-N1 Remote Controller, Shoulder Bag, Two-Way Charging Hub, and two extra Intelligent Flight Batteries Plus – $1,188.

– DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo Plus (DJI RC) includes the DJI RC Remote Controller, Shoulder Bag, Two-Way Charging Hub, and two extra Intelligent Flight Batteries Plus – $1,378.

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It’s already Day 7 of Tech Guide’s 2022 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas and our goal is to help you to find the perfect gadget gifts for your family and friends.

Today we’re look at drones and a wide variety of other gadgets of all shapes and sizes.

Here are Tech Guide’s 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas:

Day 1: Cameras

Day 2: Smartphones

Day 3: Wearables/smartwatches

Day 4: Headphones/speakers

DAY 5: Gaming

DAY 6: Tablets/e-readers

DAY 7: Drones/Gadgets

DAY 8: Smart/IoT devices

DAY 9: In-car gadgets

DAY 10: TVs/Blu-Ray/4K

DAY 11: Appliances

DAY 12: Computers

DAY 7: DRONES/GADGETS

DJI MINI 3 PRO – From $1,119

DJI has unveiled its new Mini 3 Pro drone which manages to squeeze in the latest features, extended flying time and camera quality in a unit that weighs less than 249g.

The ultra-light foldable drone is small enough to fit in your hand when its folded down and designed for users to take it anywhere with you – including on your travels.

And that’s why the 249g weight is so important because it means (according to CASA – the Civil Aviation and Safety Authority) you can fly within 5.5km of a controlled airport.

And weighing less than 250g means the DJI Mini 3 Pro drone doesn’t have to be registered.

READ TECH GUIDE’S COMPLETE REVIEW

BELKIN iPHONE MOUNT WITH MAGSAFE FOR MAC LAPTOPS – $44.95

The mounts use MagSafe to connect to the iPhone and are elegantly secured to the Mac. The Belkin iPhone Mount with MagSafe works great with Continuity Camera — a new feature in macOS Ventura that enables Mac customers to use their iPhone as a webcam.

The iPhone Mount with MagSafe is perfect for hands-free streaming or chatting, and complements video conferencing apps like FaceTime, and innovative Continuity Camera features like Desk View that come with macOS Ventura.

Available from Apple Stores or apple.com/au

DJI MAVIC 3 CLASSIC – From $2,299

DJI has released the Mavic 3 Classic, a more affordable version of the popular drone which still boasts an onboard Hasselblad camera and impressive flight performance.

Now creators who purchased the Mavic 3 Classic can enjoy the same 4/3 CMOS 20-megapixel camera and 46-minute maximum flight time as the original Mavic 3 drone which included an additional telephoto lens.

The DJI Mavic 3 Classic also works with existing remotes like the DJI RC Pro, DJI RC and DJI RC-N1 which makes it even easier and affordable for drone pilots to move up to what’s considered one of the best flying cameras on the market.

READ TECH GUIDE’S COMPLETE REPORT

ONEWORLD ADAPTER – $99

Australians are back travelling overseas after a two-year hiatus during the COVID pandemic and now there’s an even easier way to charge your devices no matter where you are in the world with the OneWorld 65 International Adapter.

Not only will the OneWorld 65 International Adapter connect to power points in more than 200 countries it can also charge six devices at the same time.

READ TECH GUIDE’S COMPLETE REPORT

CONNECTED DIGITAL PHOTO FRAME – $179 (8-inch), $219 (10.1-inch)

Available in 10.1-inch and 8-inch sizes, the Digital Photo Frame allows you to send images to the frame via an app from anywhere.

It’s an amazing way to stay connected and up to date with special family moments without the need for a computer, smartphone or tablet and without a social media account.

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DJI AVATA FPV DRONE – From $799

The DJI Avata – that offers stunning speed and agility and an immersive first-person view (FPV) flying experience.

The DJI Avata has a lean, stripped-down design that’s unlike a traditional drone while incorporating aerodynamic propellor guards for added safety.

The drone is coupled with the new DJI Goggles 2 and DJI Motion Controller to offer pilots a fresh new way to fly.

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JULY CARRY-ON BAGS WITH BATTERY POWER – from $325

July has also taken our tech needs into account and offers accessories and options to accommodate users so they can have their tech close, to keep them safe and secure and to keep them charged up on the journey.

The July Carry On and Carry On Pro bags include a slim 10,000mAh that fits discreetly under the case’s handle so you can easily access the USB ports to keep your phone or tablet charged while you’re waiting to board.

The battery is also removable so you can carry it separately if you need to keep charging if you’re away from your bag.

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THERAFACE PRO – $599

The ultimate gift for facial health – TheraFace PRO. A relaxing facial massage meets the facial treatments we all love, all in one device.

Reduce tension and relax facial muscles with the technology behind Theragun percussive therapy, now designed for the face.

This multi-tasking device doesn’t stop there – from skin-toning microcurrent to rejuvenating light therapy, you can combine and customise more facial health treatments than any other device.

BELKIN MAGNETIC FITNESS MOUNT – $49.95

For the busy bee looking to run their workouts from home, the Magnetic Fitness Phone Mount’s front facing magnet snaps perfectly onto the back of the iPhone 12, while the rear magnet attaches securely to magnetic surfaces on indoor gym equipment.

A fitness strap is also included to attach to handlebars on exercise bikes, treadmills, rowing machines and more.

A 360-degree rotational ball joint inside makes it easy to adjust phones to any angle to follow exercise apps or stream content during workouts. From JB Hi Fi, belkin.com.au and other leading retailers across Australia.

TECH4PETS SMART PET FEEDERS – $299 (7 litre) and $179 (4 litre)

The Tech4Pets Smart Pet Feeders offer two different options to suit pet owners needs. Both feeders allow the pet owner to dispense food remotely, with the ability to customise feed portions, monitor eating habits or schedule feeding times.

The larger 7L feeder also features a full HD camera and two-way audio so owners can virtually watch and interact with pets at feeding times.

CRICUT JOY BUNDLE – $379

It’s the gift that keeps giving. This compact smart cutting and writing machine bundle will provide endless excuses to organise, personalise and customise your life. The Cricut Joy Bundle includes everything you need to get started making for Christmas and beyond! With a range of smart materials, tools and accessories, Cricut Joy makes it possible to make something unique for you – or anyone – at a moment’s notice.

Available at Harvey Norman, Officeworks, Spotlight, BIG W and JB HiFi.

ERGOTUNE V3 SUPREME CHAIR – $749

We’ve written about technology but it’s important to be comfortable while you’re using it especially for those who continue to work from home so a chair like the ErgoTune V3 Supreme is a wise investment.

The ErgoTune chair is made from strong and comfortable DuraWeave Hybrid Mesh with 11 adjustment points from the headrest, backrest, lumbar support and seat depth so it can be truly calibrated to your body and change with your needs and activities.

The chair has a sturdy build and is easy to put together. The build is guaranteed for 12 years.

READ TECH GUIDE’S COMPLETE REPORT

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DJI has released the Mavic 3 Classic, a more affordable version of the popular drone which still boasts an onboard Hasselblad camera and impressive flight performance.

Now creators who purchased the Mavic 3 Classic can enjoy the same 4/3 CMOS 20-megapixel camera and 46-minute maximum flight time as the original Mavic 3 drone which included an additional telephoto lens.

The DJI Mavic 3 Classic also works with existing remotes like the DJI RC Pro, DJI RC and DJI RC-N1 which makes it even easier and affordable for drone pilots to move up to what’s considered one of the best flying cameras on the market.

“The Mavic 3 series has always set the standard for what a drone can do, from the original Mavic 3 and Mavic 3 Cine that transformed aerial photography and cinematography, through the Mavic 3 Enterprise and Mavic 3 Thermal platforms for professional work,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Creative Director at DJI.

“Now, DJI is moving forward to give more creators access to the photographic excellence and operational reliability that are the hallmarks of the Mavic 3 Series. With the launch of Mavic 3 Classic, we hope to see even more creators putting our top-of-the-line tools to work and pushing their creativity past their old limits.”

Onboard the Mavic 3 Classic is the 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad camera which can capture up to 5.1K at 50fps, 4K at 60fps and 1080p 60fps using H.264 and H.265 encoders.

And for slo-mo, Mavic 3 Classic captures video at 4K at 120fps and 1080p at 200fps.

When shooting with the 20-megapixel sensor images are processed in 12-bit RAW and 10-bit D-log when shooting video.

This ensures the camera can accurately capture true and vivid colours and detail rich shadows.

Also on board is the Hasselblad natural colour solution which can produce photos and videos with accurate colours and its HLG system for high dynamic range photography can generate footage that doesn’t require colour adjustment in post-production.

On the flying side, the DJI Mavic 3 Classic can fly for up to 46 minutes on a single charge and uses the same batteries as the rest of the Mavic 3 Series.

Pilots can also take advantage of the drones intelligent algorithms that can track subjects, frame images and fly in cinematic flight patterns.

ActiveTrack 5.0 employs multiple vision sensors to spot subjects and lock them in the frame while moving the drone and camera smoothly to create pro level videos.

And with Master Shots, shooting and editing functions are automated to make the whole process even simpler for new pilots.

QuickShots also put several shooting modes at your fingertips so you can capture some truly spectacular sequences.

A new feature is Cruise Control which means pilots can set a constant flight speed for their drone so they can focus on the photography side and minimise any camera shakes usually associated with manual speed control.

And once Mavic 3 Classic has landed, you can turn RAW imagery into shareable content easier than ever with high-speed quick transfer which lets you download content directly from the drone to your mobile device over Wi-Fi 6 at speeds of up to 80MB per second without the need to connect to the remote control.

The DJI Mavic 3 Classic is available for purchase today from store.dji.com and authorized retail partners in three purchase configurations:

– Mavic 3 Classic (Drone Only) does not include a remote controller or charger and is ideal for owners of existing DJI drones who are ready to move up to the top-of-the line camera performance of Mavic 3. It is compatible with any existing DJI RC-N1, DJI RC or DJI RC Pro controller. It is available for the retail price of $2,299.

– Mavic 3 Classic includes a charger and the DJI RC-N1 remote controller. It is available for the retail price of $2,399.

– Mavic 3 Classic (DJI RC) includes a charger and the DJI RC remote controller. It is available for the retail price of $2,599.

– Mavic 3 Classic Fly More Kit (Shoulder Bag) includes two Intelligent Flight Batteries, a Battery Charging Hub (100W), a 65W Car Charger, a Shoulder Bag and propellers. It is available for the retail price of $799.

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Father’s Day is just a few short days away and we have put together a few gift suggestion to make your Dad’s day.

Whether your Dad’s into music, coffee, gaming, smart devices, gadgets, photography driving – we have the right gift ideas for you.

AUDIO DAD

BOWER & WILKINS PX7 S2 NOISE CANCELLING HEADPHONES – $599.95

Bowers & Wilkins has unveiled the new Px7 S2 noise cancelling wireless headphones which promise to deliver even higher quality audio through an all-new acoustic platform.

Bowers & Wilkins, the respected British audio brand, has delivered an impressive replacement for the award winning PX7 that follows the company’s audio engineering philosophy.

READ TECH GUIDE’S FULL REVIEW HERE

BOSE SOUNDLINK FLEX SPEAKERS – $249.95

Bose SoundLink Flex Speakers are an ideal gift for dads who love the outdoors and listening to music.

Portable and water-resistant, the speaker delivers exceptional sound quality.

Available in Black, White Smoke, Stone Blue and Carmine Red colourways.

READ TECH GUIDE’S FULL REVIEW HERE

LG RP4 XBOOM 360 SPEAKER – $519

The LG XBOOM 360 portable speaker is a must-have for the dad who loves to entertain at home.

The speaker delivers a sensory experience thanks to its unique form factor and audio engineering that fills the space with high-quality, 360-degree omnidirectional sound.

With Bluetooth connectivity, Dad will be able to amplify home entertaining by selecting one of three different mood lighting presets including ‘ambient’, ‘nature’ and ‘party’.

READ TECH GUIDE’S FULL REVIEW HERE

BELKIN SOUNDFORM IMMERSE EARPHONES – $299

The Belkin Soundform Immerse earbuds have hybrid ANC (active noise cancellation) with three microphones on each earbud listening out for ambient sound and filtering it out to offer you a quieter listening and calling experience.

It also has Hear-Thru functionality so you can be aware of your surroundings when you need to be.

Under the hood is a 12mm dual dynamic driver with neodymium magnets and aptX audio technology to ensure impressive and immersive sound.

JBL LIVE PRO2 – $199.95

The latest JBL true wireless earphones have a sleek stick design with a metallic finish with a 11mm dynamic drivers under the hood to deliver JBL’s signature sound.

It has True Adaptive Noise Cancellation to eliminate ambient sounds and let you focus on your music.

But you can also adjust the amount of background noise you want to let in to stay aware of what’s happening around you.

Users can enjoy up to 40 hours of playback so they can be with at the gym, on your commute, on your walk and run.

ULTIMATE EARS WONDERBOOM 3 – $149.95

Made with 100 per cent recycled polyester fabric and a minimum of certified 31% post-consumer recycled plastic that gives new life to recycled end-of-life electronics, Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 continues to prove that the best things come in small packages.

An ultraportable speaker with surprisingly big 360° sound, WONDERBOOM 3’s crisp, bassy audio quality lasts up to 14 hours with full-stereo boom, and its IP67 rating means it’s waterproof, dustproof, and floats. Take it to the pool, the beach, or on a hike. It’s also perfect for listening to music at home and even in the shower.

DRIVER DAD

NAVMAN MIVUE 900DC – $250 (with Tech Guide 15 per cent discount code)

A dash cam like Navman’s MiVue 900DC has become an essential device for your car that will have your back in the road – and now Tech Guide readers can get a 15 per cent discount and free shipping for themselves or for Dad on Father’s Day.

You need eyes in the back of your head while driving – and the Navman MiVue 900DC can provide them.

DC stands for Dual Camera – it has a front and rear camera to be your eyes and ears on the road.

SEE THE SPECIAL OFFER HERE

UNIDEN 50R DASH VIEW – $499

Uniden has unveiled a new 4K smart dash cam – the Dash View 50R – as the latest addition to its range with a resolution four times higher than HD so you can get an even clearer view on the road.

Included with the 50R is a 64GB MicroSD card to store your vision.

The new Uniden Dash View 50R – which includes a front and rear camera – also has voice control for completely hands-free operation.

READ TECH GUIDE’S FULL REPORT HERE

MOBILE DAD

STM CHARGETREE GO – $149

We’ve seen plenty of three-in-one chargers for your iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods but there’s a big difference with the new STM ChargeTree Go – you can take it anywhere with you.

We already know STM Goods for its excellent bags, backpacks, laptop cases and iPhone accessories but it has now expanded its charging range with the release of the STM ChargeTree Go.

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TCL 30+ –  $399 | 

For the Dad looking for an all-in-one smartphone experience without breaking the bank, the TCL 30+ could be the perfect gift.

The 30+ delivers a myriad of high-quality features including a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with NXTVISION technology, AI triple-rear camera setup with 50MP main lens and 13MP ultra-wide front-facing camera for the avid selfie snapper.

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CONNECTED DAD

NETGEAR Wi-Fi 6E NIGHTHAWK RAXE500 ROUTER – $1,099

Netgear’s Wi-Fi 6E router – the Nighthawk RAXE500 – can dramatically increase your home wi-fi experience with the addition of a new 6Ghz band that’s free of interference and congestion.

The Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 offers wireless speeds of up to 10.8Gbps.

The demands for wi-fi in the modern household have gone even further recently with more people working and learning from home as well as streaming their content and playing online games.

READ TECH GUIDE’S REPORT HERE

DRONE DAD

DJI MINI 3 PRO – $1119

DJI has unveiled its new Mini 3 Pro drone which manages to squeeze in the latest features, extended flying time and camera quality in a unit that weighs less than 249g.

The ultra-light foldable drone is small enough to fit in your hand when its folded down and designed for users to take it anywhere with you – including on your travels.

And that’s why the 249g weight is so important because it means (according to CASA – the Civil Aviation and Safety Authority) you can fly within 5.5km of a controlled airport.

READ TECH GUIDE’S COMPLETE REVIEW HERE

COFFEE DAD

NESPRESSO VERTUO NEXT AND AERICCINO – $289

Dad can be his own barista and create café-style coffee to his liking with Nespresso’s Vertuo Next coffee machine. When used with the Aeroccino3, it makes the perfect and consistent cappuccino, latte or flat white.

This is the first Nespresso machine made with 54 per cent recycled plastic.

It includes capsule scanning technology that automatically adapts brewing parameters to create your favourite coffee.

DE’LONGHI LA SPECIALISTA ARTE COFFEE MACHINE – $799

La Specialista Arte allows the coffee explorer to enjoy the art of making coffee effortlessly. With a simple and authentic process from grinding, dosing, tamping and texturing, dad can be a barista in his own home.

COOKING DAD

ROCCBOX – $799

For the dad who is cooking up a backyard storm the Roccbox can cook Neapolitan pizza within 60 seconds

You can take Roccbox anywhere with its retractable legs, detachable burner and built-in thermometer.

Until September 5 it also comes with free turning peel + cover and you can also receive 20 per cent off Roccbox accessories

SECURITY DAD

ARLO WIRE FREE VIDEO DOORBELL – $229

The Arlo Wire Free Video Doorbell  has dropped to $229 for Father’s Day -saving $70 on its usual $299 price.

It offers a 180-degree field of view for head to toe coverage, HDR video quality and an easy wire-free set up, the Arlo Wire Free Video Doorbell is a must have to screen visitors to the dad cave.

READ TECH GUIDE’S REVIEW HERE

UNIDEN APP CAM SOLO PRO 2K – $279.95

Uniden has released a new outdoor security camera – the App Cam Solo Pro 2K – a wirefree spotlight and security camera in one that’s designed for Australian homes and weather conditions.

The weatherproof camera has 2K resolution with a 120-degree wide angle field of view to view and record even more in greater detail.
And at this resolution it’s possible to zoom in to view objects even closer.

READ TECH GUIDE’S REPORT HERE

ARLO ESSENTIAL SPOTLIGHT WIRELESS SECURITY CAMERA – $159.20 (discounted from $199)

Ideal for smaller spaces without sacrificing on video quality, reliability and outdoor durability, Arlo Essential is the must-have protection for every home and family.

If offerds 1080p video recording, integrated spotlight, a rechargeable battery, connects directly to Wi-Fi and comes with a Arlo Secure three-month trial.

READ TECH GUIDE’S REVIEW HERE

SMART DAD 

HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 PRO – $599 (discounted from $899)

The Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro is a smartwatch that pairs with both iPhone and Android smartphones and its functionality is also backed by a stylish design to give customers an impressive all-round experience.

And it’s on special for Father’s Day – it is usually priced at $899 but is now $599 until September 2.

The Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro has a titanium body and offers a traditional circular watch face which many customers prefer because it looks like a real watch.

READ TECH GUIDE’S REVIEW HERE

SUUNTO 5 PEAK – 499.99 | 

Designed for outdoor fitness loving Dad and manufactured in Finland with 100% renewable, carbon-neutral energy, the Suunto 5 Peak is a light, compact, durable, and long-lasting partner to guide people towards reaching their fitness goals.

41 per cent lighter than its Suunto 5 predecessor, the new 5 Peak offers up to 100 hours of battery life, in-sport music controls and extensive outdoor navigation features at an affordable price.

It also features Suunto’s new design, and comes available with a range of easily changeable accessory straps to suit individual style.

READ TECH GUIDE’S REPORT HERE

AMAZON ECHO SHOW 15 – $399

Amazon has released its latest Echo product – the Echo Show 15 – a stylish 15.6-display that can be wall mounted to help you stay organised, stay informed and take complete control of your home’s smart devices.

The Echo Show 15 has a full HD display which can rest on a bench or be mounted on the wall in either portrait or landscape orientation.

READ TECH GUIDE’S REPORT HERE

COMPUTER DAD

SURFACE LAPTOP GO 2 – from $1099

The lightweight Surface Laptop Go 2 with vibrant touchscreen is all about efficiency. It’s sleek, portable and the perfect laptop companion for the no frills dad who needs to catch up, check in or kick back with ease.

The Surface Laptop Go 2 gives Dads more hustle with less hassle, allowing them to power through their day-to-day apps, browse and stream anywhere with fast 11th Gen Intel Core processor and long-lasting battery life.

ORGANISED DAD

STM DUX 30L BACKPACK – $269.95

The newest addition to STM’s Dux range brings a fresh approach to tech-friendly bags.

The Dux 30L Backpack feature FoamFortress 360-degree padding, multi-direction access, a SlingTech laptop section, and multiple pockets throughout, including discretely concealed security pocket, key clip and cable keeper.

PHOTOGRAPHER DAD

CANON EOS R10 KIT WITH RF-S 18-45MM – $1,649

Capturing moments that matter with the family is important for many dads, and the EOS R10 kit is an ideal choice to do just that.

A capable all-round camera, the R10 can shoot effectively in many environments, especially when partnered with the new 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.

It includes a 24.2 -megapixel APS-C sensor, 15fps continuous mechanical shutter, 23fps with electronic shutter, 4K 60p (cropped) and oversampled 4K 30p video from 6K.

And is it covered by Canon Australia’s 5-year warranty.

GAMING DAD

LOGITECH G735 WIRELESS GAMING HEADSET – $399.95

Featuring a White Mist finish, ethereal RGB lighting, and on-ear dual-audio mixing, the G735 is a versatile option for any player.

G735 is the first Logitech G headset with the new Blue VO!CE microphone technology features to modulate a player’s voice and have the ability to save preferred audio settings in G Hub and directly on the headset.

The G735 Wireless Gaming Headset also maximises comfort for all players and is inclusive of smaller head sizes. Players can enjoy long gaming sessions with 56+ hr battery life (without lighting), and experience wireless freedom through Logitech G’s award winning LIGHTSPEED wireless technology, and Bluetooth® connectivity.

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Leading drone maker DJI has launched a new craft – the DJI Avata – that offers stunning speed and agility and an immersive first-person view (FPV) flying experience.

The DJI Avata has a lean, stripped-down design that’s unlike a traditional drone while incorporating aerodynamic propellor guards for added safety.

The drone is coupled with the new DJI Goggles 2 and DJI Motion Controller to offer pilots a fresh new way to fly.

“DJI Avata was built to awaken a desire to fly in everyone, with immersive flight technology that allows anyone to explore the almost out-of-body experience of FPV flight,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Creative Director at DJI.

“DJI Avata is breathtaking to fly for even a novice pilot and includes enhanced safety features that give anyone the freedom to try creative aerial moves.

“Paired with the DJI Goggles 2 and the DJI Motion Controller, DJI Avata seems to ride with the wind.

“Whether you fly for the fun of it, to make great clips for social media, or to dazzle viewers in the production studio, DJI Avata will show you why its engrossing flight experience pulls you into a new world of soaring possibilities.”

Weighing in at 410g, the DJI Avata is built for speed. The drone is so paired back – the bulk of the chassis is made up of the battery.

DJI Avata can fly and hover like a regular drone, but it offers incredible acceleration, can swiftly manoeuvre in tight spaces and can stop almost instantly.

If the DJI Avata ends up on the ground upside down, a new Turtle Mode can flip it over the right way again and take off again.

Another safety feature is Emergency Brake and Hover and Return to Home which can bring the drone back to its take off point at the press of a button.

Also onboard is a stabilized camera which includes a 48-megapixel camera that’s capable of shooting 4K video at 60 frames per second and 2.7K/50/60/100/120fps.

The DJI Avata will run for up to 18 minutes on a full battery.

When paired with the DJI Goggles 2 you can enjoy a thrilling first person flying experience.

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority says pilots must always have visual line of sight of a drone – that means seeing the drone with your own eyes rather than through goggles.

If the pilot wears the goggles, they are unable to clearly see what’s around them and their situational awareness which may result in them colliding with trees, people, birds and other aircraft.

A person not in control of the drone can enjoy the first-person view wearing the goggles.

The DJI Avata can be flown with DJI Motion Controller which allows the pilot to use hand movements to control the drone.

It can also be flown with a regular controller through the DJI Fly app.

The DJI Avata is available now from store.dji.com and retail partners.

The standalone version of DJI Avata is priced at $799 without a remote controller, motion controller, or goggles.

This is aimed at users who already available compatible goggles and controllers released with the DJI FPV last year.

The DJI Avata Pro-View Combo is $1,989 and includes the DJI Avata, DJI Goggles 2 and the DJI Motion Controller.

The DJI Avata Fly Smart Combo is priced at retails $1,629 and includes DJI Avata, the DJI FPV Goggles V2 and the DJI Motion Controller.

The DJI Avata Fly More Kit is $339 and includes two DJI Avata Intelligent Flight Batteries and one DJI Avata Battery Charging Hub.

Stay tuned for a full review of the DJI Avata FPV drone in the coming days.

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Snapchat is getting creative with ways for you to capture interesting images to share on the platform with the announcement of the Pixy – a flying camera to literally take your photography to new heights.

The Pixy was announced at the annual Snap Partner Summit which demonstrated how new features could be deployed on the social media platform.

The pocket-size device is actually a mini drone that takes your favourite parts of the Snapchat camera and allows you to take images and videos at an all-new angle.

And there’s no need to worry about a controller – it flies on its own.

Simply turn it on and it will float a few feet above you to capture both photos and videos.

And when you’re done simply stick out your arm and it will land right into the palm of your hand.

But the bad news for Australians is it will only be available in the US and France at this time. That may change in the future depending on demand.

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Coles has become Australia’s first major supermarket to take to the air and offer drone delivery so their customers can receive popular grocery items faster and easier.

Coles has partnered with on-demand drone delivery company Wing and Canberra residents will be the first to trial the new service to receive their deliveries within minutes.

This follows the successful partnership between Wing and KFC for food delivery in the Queensland town of Logan.

Canberra customers can order their groceries via the Wing app.

There will be more than 250 items available to order using the drone service including bread, fresh produce, snacks, convenience meals, health care items, kitchen essentials and toilet paper.

The Wing drones are custom designed for package delivery and, on arrival, will hover above the destination and slowly lower the package to the ground.

They can carry packages weighing up to 1.5kg at speeds or more than 110km/h.

Coles chief executive e-commerce Ben Hassing says this new delivery method will play into Coles goal to become more sustainable by reducing the number of trucks on the road.

“We are passionate about finding innovative ways to help our customers to shop with us and we aim to deliver anytime, anywhere, anyhow shopping,” Mr Hassing said.

“By partnering with Wing, we’re able to offer our online customers another convenient option to purchase the Coles items they know and love and get them delivered straight to their door.”

Simon Rossi, General Manager, Wing, Australia, said, “We’re delighted to be teaming up with Coles, one of Australia’s leading retailers, to expand their delivery options for customers by taking to the skies of Canberra.

“Whether you’ve run out of milk and eggs for breakfast, forgotten to pick up a loaf of bread for school lunches, or are just after a fresh ‘grab and go’ snack, customers in our delivery service area in Canberra can now get those urgent items they need in a hurry, delivered by drone.

“In the last year we’ve seen a significant increase in use of our on-demand drone delivery service, with many customers finding the service especially useful as they stayed home and relied on our contactless delivery service to deliver the items they needed.

“Wing made more than 100,000 deliveries in Australia in 2021, and strong demand for drone delivery has continued in 2022. Wing has already made more than 30,000 deliveries in Australia this year.”

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If you get a hankering for some KFC, there’s a new delivery service that will get your food to you by drone.

Wing, Australia’s first on-demand drone delivery service, have teamed up with Kentucky Fried Chicken to provide the service to deliver hot and fresh menu items to the homes and businesses of Logan in Queensland.

This is a proof-of-concept service that will use the southeast Queensland town and, in particular, Kingston, Logan Central, Slacks Creek, Underwood, and Woodridge.

The service will eventually expand to include other nearby locations.

So if you live in one of these areas and craving a Zinger burger, some chicken Nuggets and some original recipe chicken, you simply download the Wing delivery app from the App Store or Google Play Store, choose what you want to order, enter your address and submit it.

KFC will then freshly prepare your food at the Wing delivery site and deliver it to you within minutes by drone at no extra charge.

Up until now, KFC fans have been enjoying traditional ground delivery methods.

In fact, 46 per cent of KFC restaurants globally offer delivery.

Wing’s drones are custom designed to deliver packages safely and quickly.

Once an order is submitted, the drone flies to pick up the package and then climbs to a safe flying altitude and travels to the destination.

Once it arrives, the drone slows down and hovers before descending to a height of seven metres before lowering the package to the ground on a tether which automatically releases the package in the desired delivery area.

The drone does not actually land but rather climbs back to cruising height and returns to the delivery facility.

The wing drone has a wingspan of 1.3 metres and weighs about 5kg and can carry packages up to 1.5kg at speeds of more than 110km/h.

To date, the fastest Wing delivery has been in two minutes and 47 seconds.

Wing is operating in Australia, Finland and the US.

This new partnership between KFC and Wing will expand that delivery offering and provide an all-new option for customers to have their favourite meals delivered by air.

“We’re excited to be teaming up with KFC, to expand their delivery options for customers by taking its customer favourites to new heights, through the skies of Logan, Queensland — the drone delivery capital of the world,” Dave Ojiako-Pettit, Wing’s City Manager, Queensland, said.

“We’ve seen a significant increase in use of our on-demand drone delivery service in Southeast Queensland.

“Wing made more than 100,000 deliveries to the Logan community in 2021, with many customers finding on-demand drone delivery especially useful as they stayed home and relied on our contactless service to deliver the things they needed.

Kristi Woolrych, CMO KFC Australia said: “We’re always looking for ways to enhance the customer experience, so we’re thrilled to be teaming up with Wing to provide the Logan community this Aussie first.

“Given the last 18 months, Australians have relied on delivery more and more, so it’s great to be making life easier for fans who want to get their hands on KFC in a flash.

“You know the future truly is here when you can get hot, fresh Kentucky Fried Chicken delivered by a drone from the click of a few buttons.”

Drone delivery is something we are going to see more of in the near future.

Drones, and the systems behind them, are getting smarter and more intuitive and they will become a trusted delivery method in more areas around the world, including densely populated areas.

In the smart cities of the future, there will be designated flight paths for drones to deliver a variety of goods from food, groceries, medicine and other small items.

Along this path, there will also be charging stations for the drones to recharge, if necessary, on their way to their destination.

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What do you get when you cross a drone with a fixed wing aircraft? The answer is Vetal – and we saw it at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

Vetal was launched in November 2021 and looks like something from Batman’s arsenal.

It is a fixed-wing drone that solves the problem most operators of this type of craft face – it can vertically take-off and land in the same way as a multirotor drone.

Fixed wing drones don’t normally offer that sort of luxury – they need a wider area to land like a regular aircraft.

But Vetal has provided the best of both worlds with fixed-wing efficiency as well as precise control for a drone-like landing.

Vetal is already being used in industry for mapping and road constructions and other large-scale surveys, but the company is aiming to bring the product into even more industries and introduce it into the consumer space.

In agriculture, Vetal can provide information like yield estimation, weed and disease detection as well as detecting the type and amount of fertilisation required.

Weighing less than five kilos, Vetal has a 1.3m wingspan and can be used for various types of photography but has a swappable payload allowing the users to change camera types including RGB, multi spectral and thermal and other instruments.

The craft is made of military grade material and has a sleek aerodynamic design which allows it to fly for longer periods on a single charge.

As a mapping tool, Vetal can complete fully autonomous missions thanks to its 4G/5G capability so it can fly longer range operations and provide ultra-high resolution data streaming.

Vetal can cover twice the area as the same sized fixed wing and can provide 14 times more coverage than most multi-rotor drones.

As well as being able to vertically take-off and land like a regular drone, Vetal can also land on a moving object like a ship, truck or train thanks to its fully integrated visual, IR and radar-based technology and target seeking navigation.

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It’s already Day 7 of Tech Guide’s 2021 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas and our goal is to help you to find the perfect gadget gifts for your family and friends.

Today we’re look at drones and a wide variety of other gadgets of all shapes and sizes.

Here are Tech Guide’s 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas:

Day 1: Cameras

Day 2: Smartphones

Day 3: Wearables/smartwatches

Day 4: Headphones/speakers

DAY 5: Gaming

DAY 6: Tablets/e-readers

DAY 7: Drones/Gadgets

DAY 8: Smart/IoT devices

DAY 9: In-car gadgets

DAY 10: TVs/Blu-Ray/4K

DAY 11: Appliances

DAY 12: Computers

DAY 7: DRONES/GADGETS

DJI MAVIC 3 – From $3,099

DJI has just released its latest drone – the Mavic 3 – a major improvement to the world’s most popular drone series to set a new level of possibilities for aerial photography.

The new DJI Mavic 3 has been redesigned from front to back to maintain its spot as the world’s best and most popular drone.

It has a new 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad camera and 28x hybrid zoom camera with a 24mm prime lens to shoot 20-megapixel still images in 12-bit RAW format and videos in 5.1K at 50fps and 4K at 120fps so you can shoot smoother footage and have more generous cropping possibilities as well as allowances for slow motion video at 120fps.

DJI has developed motors and propellers with higher energy efficiency and created a high-capacity battery while reducing the weight of the drone structure and components.

In designing the Mavic 3, DJI who also streamline the shape of the arms body and gimbal to increase aerodynamics so it now produces 35 per cent less drag than previous iterations.

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SEGWAY NINEBOT KICKSCOOTER F40A – $959

The Ninebot KickScooter F40A electric scooter has an extended 40km range, a max speed of 25km/h, large 10-inch tires, a foldable design and Bluetooth security lock to keep your Kickscooter safe.

With the 10-inch highly elastic tires you can cross 5cm high speed bumps easily without stopping, so you don’t have to worry about bumpy gravel roads and numb hands.

The resilient carbon structural steel frame is tough and durable with excellent bearing

It has two-wheel brakes – an electronic brake and disc brake.
The F Series has a regenerative braking system that turns the scooter into an electric vehicle powered by electricity and recycled energy from riding.

Energy will be collected from regenerative braking and distributed when you need a boost.

Available now from JB Hi-Fi.

BOSE SLEEPBUDS II – $379.95

CRICUT MUG PRESS – $299

Cricut has already made a name for itself in the craft world with its versatile cutting machines, but it has just released a new device which allows you to design and personalise mugs.

The Cricut Mug Press uses infusible ink materials so you can create one of a kind art or text for yourself or to gift to others.

There are no manual temperature or pressure settings to worry about. The machine has a patent-pending plate with zone heating to help you create impressive and consistent results.

The first step in making your mug masterpiece is to create your design with the infusible ink materials which can be transferred to the compatible Cricut mug blank.

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DUCATI URBAN E-MOBILITY PRO-I EVO ELECTRIC SCOOTER – $899

The Ducati Urban e-Mobility PRO-I EVO electric scooter, the first with connected technology, has just been launched in Australia through The Good Guys and Retravision stores.

Priced at $899, the Ducati Urban e-Mobility PRO-I EVO is the first electric scooter in the Ducati Urban e-Mobility line and is ideal for going to work, school or taking a ride in your local community.

The scooter brings the spirit of Ducati with a modern and elegant look with strong lines all the way to the rear mudguard.

It is easy to carry around on public transport or in your car thanks to its lightweight aluminium alloy frame that folds down effortlessly.

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SEAQUATIX WATERPROOF CASE – $59.95

It’s hard to not have your phone by your side wherever you go but with Seaquatix it can now go anywhere with you.

The stylish and compact case is 100 per cent waterproof as well as sand, dust and snow resistant.

If you love your water sports, fishing, outdoor activities, music festivals, running, travelling you can rest easy knowing your smartphone is safe and sound.

And the good news is you can still use the phone and the camera when it’s inside the Seaquatix through the clear front and rear cover.

An essential item this summer for those who want to enjoy the great outdoors while still having complete access to their phone while keeping it safe.

www.seaquatix.com

BELKIN MAGNETIC  PHONE MOUNT WITH FACE TRACKING – $79.95

The Belkin Magnetic Phone Mount with Face Tracking is a handy tool to help you create video content that can be shared to TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and many other social media platforms.

The device utilises MagSafe so it can work with the iPhone 12 and future iPhones and hold them in place in portrait or landscape mode to shoot your video.

On top of that, the Belkin mount’s companion app recognises your face and follows your movements as you’re shooting so that you’re always in the centre of the frame.

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DJI AIR2S – From $1,699

the DJI Air 2S – which has an improved camera and even better flight capabilities so you can capture even more stunning videos and images.

The DJI Air 2S drone is equipped with a 1-inch sensor that’s capable of shooting 5.4K video at 30 frames per second and 4K at 30fps.

The sensor, which is double the size of the one on its predecessor the Mavic Air 2, can also capture stunning 20 megapixel stills with amazing clarity and rich colours.

As a result the drone can offer high dynamic range, high resolution and accurate colours and even better performance in low light.

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WATERPIK NANO – $139.95

We all know the importance of flossing but just how easy and effective flossing can be all depends on how you do it. If you use the new Waterpik Nano water flosser you will quickly find it’s really easy.

The new Waterpik Nano is a compact version of the previous model that allows you to floss effectively using just water.

When many people think of flossing in the traditional way with string, they see it as a chore –  and it also takes a bit of time

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PHILIPS GOPIX – $299.99

For the movie-lover this Christmas, this premium, portable, and ultra slim pocket-sized DLP LED projector delivers up to 75-inch (190.5cm) of entertainment in nearly any location.

Featuring a built-in battery with power bank compatibility, the GoPix delivers true portability and up to 2 hours of entertainment without the need of a power cord.

The USB-C video port lets you connect to all your smart devices including laptops, smartphones, or tablets to conveniently watch all your content.

The versatile HDMI port gives you the freedom to connect all your other devices as well.

At only 18mm (0.71 inches) thin, the GoPix is the slimmest and brightest projector out there. Easily slip it into your jacket pocket and carry it with you on business trips. The built-in speaker delivers clear sound for your professional presentations or entertainment.

Available from JB Hi-Fi.

TECH4PETS SMART WATER FOUNTAIN WITH UV LIGHT – $99.99

Your pets will never go thirsty while you are away from home because the Tech4Pets 2L Smart Water Fountain with UV Filter will regularly hydrate them. Use the Laser SmartHome App in your phone to remotely control the fountain’s water flow and circulation. It also sends you alert notifications if the water level is too low. The fountain has a UV light filtration system to disinfect impurities from the water. It shuts down automatically in case of leakage to prevent electrical hazards.

Available at PETStock and www.laserco.com.au

MORPHEE RELAXATION & SLEEP AID – $149

Morphée contains over 200 combinations of meditation sessions in English, French, Spanish and Italian. All sessions were carried out by sleep professionals.

Turn the first key choose your theme. Morphée has eight relaxation and sleep techniques to choose from: body scan, breathing, movement, visualization, cardiac coherence, napping, relaxing music, and nature sounds.

Turn the second key Choose your session. For each theme, there are 8 sessions to choose from.

Sessions are listed and detailed in ‘The Blue Book of Sleep’ that comes with Morphée.

Turn the third key Choose the duration of your session. Each session has an 8 and 20 minutes version.

You can listen to your session through the built-in speaker or use your headphones/earphones.

DJI FPV – $2,099

Flying the DJI FPV drone puts you in the driver’s seat and allows users to create some stunning cinematic footage. FPV stands for “first person view” and that’s what exactly what you get.

And the DJI FPV is fast and nimble – it’s the drone version of a Formula One car.

DJI FPV comes with a controller and also a pair of goggles that allows you to see just what the drone sees in real time.

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ALCOSENSE NEXUS PERSONAL BREATHALYSER – $549

Andatech has released a new personal breathalyser – the Alcosense Nexus – which can not only tell you in seconds your personal blood alcohol level but also save up to 100 of your tests in the companion app.

The Alcosense Nexus is smaller than a deck of cards (10.5cm x 5.1cm x 1.7cm) with a weight of just 82.7g but it offers a professional-grade fuel cell sensor that can deliver an accurate reading in a matter of seconds.

When it is turned on it takes just five seconds to warm up (you can see the countdown on the small display) before it’s ready to take a test.

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Leading drone manufacturer DJI has just released its latest drone – the Mavic 3 – a major improvement to the world’s most popular drone series to set a new level of possibilities for aerial photography.

The new DJI Mavic 3 has been redesigned from front to back to maintain its spot as the world’s best and most popular drone.

It has a new 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad camera and 28x hybrid zoom camera with a 24mm prime lens to shoot 20-megapixel still images in 12-bit RAW format and videos in 5.1K at 50fps and 4K at 120fps so you can shoot smoother footage and have more generous cropping possibilities as well as allowances for slow motion video at 120fps.

It has a larger image sensor which not only gives the Mavic 3 higher video resolution and dynamic range but also effectively reduces noise in low light environments.

The drone has an adjustable aperture of F/2.8 to F/11 which is able to meet the needs of aerial photographers in a wide variety of lighting situations which will result in sharper and clearer images.

The 24mm equivalent autofocus lens has an 84- degree field of view while the second camera features a 162mm tele lens with 28x hybrid zoom (digital + optical) add an aperture of F/4.4 to bring distant objects visually closer.

Mavic 3 also has a new vision detection autofocus technology for faster focusing to allow the Hasselblad camera to work with multiple vision sensors to capture distance data to optimise focusing speed.

The DJI Mavic 3 can record aerial videos at high resolutions and framerates and capture up to 1 billion colours thanks to the 10-bit D-Log colour profile.

Also onboard is an improved obstacle sensing and navigation system to help pilots stay safe.

The APAS 5.0 takes inputs from six fisheye vision sensors and two wide angle sensors which are always on the lookout for obstacles in all directions to allow for a safe flight route even in complicated environments.

The improved obstacle sensing system also makes for better subject tracking with the upgraded ActiveTrack 5.0.

The previous versions allow the camera to follow a subject as it move directly toward and away from the drone while remaining largely stationary as well as flying alongside a moving subject.

Now ActiveTrack 5.0 allows Mavic 3 to move with the subject as it moves forward, backward, left or right and diagonally and fly alongside as well as around a moving object.

Mavic 3 also includes an improved positioning algorithm with signals from GPS which makes hovering precision even higher thanks to its ability to lock onto multiple satellite signals faster than ever.

This increased hovering accuracy means added stability when shooting long exposures and timelapses.

On the battery side, the Mavic 3 has improved power management to enable even longer flight times up to 45 minutes in ideal conditions to give aerial photographers even more freedom to shoot their scenes.

DJI has developed motors and propellers with higher energy efficiency and created a high-capacity battery while reducing the weight of the drone structure and components.

In designing the Mavic 3, DJI who also streamline the shape of the arms body and gimbal to increase aerodynamics so it now produces 35 per cent less drag than previous iterations.

Intelligent Modes for Unlimited Possibilities



– MasterShots lets users create high-quality content more easily and quickly. After automatic editing and dubbing in the app, videos can be created in minutes and directly shared with friends.

– Panorama Mode in Mavic 3 allows pictures to be directly stitched and processed by the drone, without the DJI Fly App or any post-production, allowing users to capture breathtaking landscapes with sweeping breadth and rich detail.

– QuickTransfer lets users store and process materials on their mobile devices without linking with the remote controller. Mavic 3 can now transmit materials from the drone to the mobile device more quickly through the Wi-Fi 6 protocol.

New, Advanced Accessories

– The new smart controller DJI RC Pro offers a smoother control experience, upgraded with enhanced antenna power for an extended transmission distance of up to 15 km. Its 1000-nit high-bright screen allows better vision and control for outdoor flights. Its battery system offers an extended operating time of up to three hours and charging as fast as 90 minutes.

– The DJI 65W Portable Charger allows a fast-charging option with a charging time of approximately 96 minutes and is compatible with current notebooks and smartphones thanks to its USB Type-C output.

– The DJI Convertible Carrying Bag features an entirely new design with a backpack and shoulder bag configuration for taking Mavic 3, accessories, a laptop, and even clothes and other personal items for a weekend trip in style.

– The DJI Mavic 3 Wide-Angle Lens offers an FOV of up to 108° for a more immersive FPV-style flight experience.

– The DJI Mavic 3 Storage Cover uses a lightweight, minimalist design to protect the camera, gimbal, and propellers when folding and transporting Mavic 3.

– The DJI ND Filters Set comes in two ranges – ND4/8/16/32 and ND64/128/256/512 – and lets the camera excel in any bright lighting condition.

– The DJI 10Gbps Lightspeed Data Cable enables users to download materials from the drone to their computer at high speed. Material backup is available on-site, thanks to high-speed transmission.

The DJI Mavic is available now and starts at $3.099.

– The Mavic 3 Standard version retails for $3,099 AUD and includes Mavic 3 drone × 1, Intelligent Flight Battery × 1, RC-N1 Remote Controller × 1, RC-N1 Cable × 3, Battery Charger × 1, Storage Cover × 1, Propellers (pair) × 3, and other essential items.

– The DJI Mavic 3 Fly More Combo retails for $4,199 AUD and includes Mavic 3 drone × 1, Intelligent Flight Battery × 3, RC-N1 Remote Controller × 1, RC -N1 Cable × 3, Battery Charger × 1, Battery Charging Hub × 1, Storage Cover × 1, Propellers (pair) × 6, ND Filters Set (ND4\8\16\32), Convertible Carrying Bag × 1, and other essential items.

– The DJI Mavic 3 Cine Premium Combo retails for $7,199 AUD, includes a built-in 1TB SSD, and supports Apple ProRes 422 HQ video recording. The Mavic 3 Cine Premium Combo also has more extensive contents, including: Mavic 3 Cine drone × 1, Intelligent Flight Battery × 3, DJI RC Pro × 1, Battery Charger × 1, Battery Charging Hub × 1, Storage Cover × 1, Propellers (pair) × 6, ND Filters Set (ND4\8\16\32), ND Filters Set (ND64\128\256\512), Convertible Carrying Bag, DJI 10Gbps Lightspeed Data Cable, and other essential items.

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With the COVID lockdowns still firmly in place, travel is out of the question but remote travel like diving at the Great Barrier Reef from the comfort of your own home is now a possibility.

Existing holidays plans are being cancelled and no one is making new bookings so “armchair travel” has become our only option.

Teleportal.Fish was started by documentary maker and expedition leader Adam Cropp to open up travel to those who were stuck at home because of border restrictions.

In a world first, visitors can take control of a remote submarine and dive among the coral reef and sea life in the underwater paradise of Far North Queensland.

“It enables visitors to dive on the Great Barrier Reef – people who otherwise couldn’t, due to COVID-19 lockdowns, or financial or medical constraints,” says Cropp who has been working on this project for two years.
“Teleportal.Fish connects visitors directly via the 4G network to an underwater robot anchored 30km offshore on the Great Barrier Reef.
“The robot transmits live HD video to YouTube allowing the user to control the robot with less than 200ms latency.

“Our ‘guests’ get to ‘swim’ alongside a myriad of coral and fish species including reef turtles, sharks, sea snakes, cuttlefish and manta rays.”

There are two robot submarines currently in commission at Arlington Reef in Cairns – one of the most beautiful dive locations in the world.

The robots are solar-powered and also have obstacle avoidance systems onboard so they can have minimal impact on the reef.

There is front-mounted full HD 1080p camera with a 110-field of vision that can be tilted up and down as customers move the robot.

It can even be used at night thanks to the submersible’s 4000 lumens lights that turns darkness into day.

Steering the craft is like playing a video game using directional keys on their keyboard.

“It’s a very responsive system, giving visitors an impressive amount of control and agility,” Cropp said.

“The motors and stabilisation systems on the robots are powerful enough to cope with currents, and the sonar-based obstacle avoidance system helps visitors to avoid getting too close to their surroundings.”

Cropp has contributed to more than 30 documentaries, including National Geographic expeditions, and was also inspired to protect the marine environment with this project.

“I believe that we are just starting to see the future potential of virtual tourism,” adds Cropp.

He is looking to expand the operation to include locations including shipwrecks, schooling sharks and seals in the coming months.

The underwater robots can be controlled from anywhere in the world

For those who want to dive in virtually, the dive costs between $30-50.

Users can sign up for a Teleportal.Fish account here.

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DJI has released an all-new drone – the DJI Air 2S – which has an improved camera and even better flight capabilities so you can capture even more stunning videos and images.

The DJI Air 2S drone is equipped with a 1-inch sensor that’s capable of shooting 5.4K video at 30 frames per second and 4K at 30fps.

The sensor, which is double the size of the one on its predecessor the Mavic Air 2, can also capture stunning 20 megapixel stills with amazing clarity and rich colours.

As a result the drone can offer high dynamic range, high resolution and accurate colours and even better performance in low light.

The 10-bit Dlog-M colour profile of the DJI Air 2S does all the heavy lifting when it comes dragging out the colours of the scene.

And photographers will also rejoice at the fact the drone can now shoot RAW with a dynamic range of up to 12.6 stops so you’re able to capture even more information and provide even more editing options.

Like the previous DJI models, the drone can be folded down to quite a small size so it’s easy to take with you anywhere.

Once again the DJI Air 2S has a number of smart features and autonomous functions so you can create professional shots quickly and easily.

Quickshots have now been joined by Mastershots so you can just select your subject and allow the drone to execute its manoeuvres and all the while keeping your subject in the middle of the frame.

The new Mastershots include Portrait, Proximity and Landscape and the result is a stunning cinematic shot.

Also onboard is FocusTrack which can also lock on to moving objects and follow or circle your subjects.

Spotlight 2.0 centres on an object as the drone flies in a circle with the zoom function also making it possible to get clear shots at a distance for added safety.

ActiveTrack 4.0 can follow your subject when they are on the move while still avoiding obstacles in its path and resuming the tracking if it even if the DJI Air 2S loses track of the subject for a few seconds.

Point of Interest 3.0 can capture a circle shot and keep your subject centred at all times.

The DJI Air 2S has obstacle avoidance sensors on all sides so it can easily detect your environment and prevent the drone from crashing into anything.

This gives the pilot peace of mind so you can enjoy the flight rather than sweating on what might happen when your near rocks and trees and structures.

The drone features DJI’s most advanced 03 (OcuSync 3.0) 1080p image transmission technology so you’re getting a clear and smooth video feed from a distance of up to 12km.

There is also an added layer of air safety and can provide audio and visual alerts through the DJI Fly app if there are other aircraft and helicopters nearby.

The DJI Air 2S is available now and priced at $1,699.

The DJI Air 2S Fly More Combo, which includes a carry bag, extra batteries, charging dock and additional propellors is priced at $2,099.

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