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Tom David Frey

Sep 11, 2017
2 min

What features does the new DJI Mavic Pro Platinum have and is it worth buying?

Its predecessor model was a big success and is one of the top-selling 4K camera drones on the market. DJI presented the successor model, the DJI Mavic Pro Platinum, a few days ago at the IFA in Berlin. Although this drone does not have any new functions it offers a much better performance. We summarized whether the new DJI Mavic Pro Platinum is worth buying. There are only minimal changes from the outside of the new DJI Mavic Pro Platinum. You will notice another lettering an

The Best DJI Phantom 4 Series Accessories

Tom David Frey

Aug 16, 2017
6 min

The Best DJI Phantom 4 Series Accessories

I tested and compared dozens of accessories for the DJI Phantom 4 Series (including the Advanced and Pro Model). After I sent back most items, I kept the ten very best ones and want to share them with you. The following ten accessories for your DJI Phantom 4 drone as must-have gadgets, every pilot should call their own. If you don't want to read the article, feel free to watch the video: DJI PHANTOM 4 BEST ACCESSORY 1 We’ll get started with a very basic accessory. Get yoursel

Tom David Frey

May 7, 2017
1 min

DJI Goggles Review

The DJI Goggles for the Mavic Pro Drone and Phantom 4 Series is an incredible step forward in virtual reality droning. But how good are the goggles aside from what the manufacturer claims in the tech specs and commercial videos? We have taken the Goggles to the test. Check out the current pricing and purchase your goggles by clicking here. After a lot of testing we have finally made it. The review of the all-new DJI Goggles is filmed, edited and ready to watch. What are your

How to transport your Drone on an Airplane

Tom David Frey

Apr 19, 2017
3 min

How to transport your Drone on an Airplane

One of the most frequently asked questions is how to transport a drone safely and without stress by airplane. In general it can be said: There are actually only a few rules that drone pilots have to follow. However you can make life easier if you follow some instructions increasing safety on board and showing the security staff that you know what you are doing. This guide has no legal force – it is an independent advice based on publications, rules, personal experiences and t

DJI Phantom 4 Advanced vs DJI Phantom 4 Pro | Main Differences

Tom David Frey

Apr 13, 2017
3 min

DJI Phantom 4 Advanced vs DJI Phantom 4 Pro | Main Differences

You might wonder what the difference between both top devices of DJI is. Is it worth buying the more favorable DJI Phantom 4 Advanced or should you better invest in the Pro model? Where has DJI made savings regarding the new drone and what has been changed? We summarized the five main differences for you – it is up to you to decide which features your drone should have. But one thing is sure: Ambitious filmmakers are going to love both drones. The new 1’’camera sensor makes i

DJI Phantom 5 | The Coolest Possible Features

Tom David Frey

Mar 16, 2017
3 min

DJI Phantom 5 | The Coolest Possible Features

The new Phantom 5. Is it going to be like a Mavic 2.0 or even an Inspire 2 Plus? For some time past there have been various speculations about the new drone in social networks. But I won’t make any speculations here – I would like to present my wish list with improvements and functions that would convince me of the upgrade. Because the new model will for sure not be cheap again. Wish 1 Zoom. After DJI had significantly improved the camera of the DJI Phantom 4 Pro, it is abo

Tom David Frey

Mar 12, 2017
4 min

He flies his Drone like Superman

I'm a Storyteller. I tell stories with pictures. Most of the time, since this is my livelihood, such pictures are actually arranged in a sequential art drawing form. Yes, you guessed it. I'm a Cartoonist. I Draw Comic Books, Book Covers and a number of different illustrations that goes along this Graphic Art career of mine. But, in my spare time, I fly DJI Drones for fun, because they too tell stories with pictures, and also movies, which I can add a nice music to it as if I

10 Killer Gadgets for your DJI Mavic Pro

Tom David Frey

Mar 11, 2017
4 min

10 Killer Gadgets for your DJI Mavic Pro

Your Mavic Pro can do more than you might think! We have tested numerous gadgets. Some were acceptable, some were sent back but only the best made it to our top 10 list. These are the gadgets every DJI Mavic Pro pilot should have! You don´t want to read the article? Watch the video HERE (will be online ASAP). DJI Mavic Pro Multiple Battery Charger Let´s start with a simple accessory as you won´t get far with a single battery. And charging them is really annoying, in particula

Tom David Frey

Mar 6, 2017
4 min

How I became a DJI Fanboy

In summer 2016 I got two very exciting drones: Phantom 4 made by DJI and Typhoon H made by Yuneec. Yuneec had been advertising in a very aggressive way for its new drone and also attacked the market leader DJI, while even the popular magazine Chip, a german tech-magazin, wrote that "This drone has what it takes to become the DJI killer". But were these slogans only a part of a sensational PR strategy – or is the brand-new and still unknown Yuneec Typhoon H really a technical

How did the DJI Mavic Pro become the best drone? Find out!

Tom David Frey

Mar 4, 2017
3 min

How did the DJI Mavic Pro become the best drone? Find out!

Months ago announced the new DJI Mavic Pro finally reaches the masses. And like no other drone before the DJI Mavic Pro still rules the talks in most drone forums and in the social networks. Besides when people are talking about supply shortages, there are almost only positive news and user reports. Even the all-new DJI Phantom 4 Pro and DJI Phantom 4 Pro+, the flagships in the consumer drone industry, can't push the Mavic off the throne. Personally, I guess that the tiny DJI

How to choose an Editing Computer for Aerials

Tom David Frey

Mar 4, 2017
3 min

How to choose an Editing Computer for Aerials

Dimmed, dusty offices, scattered monitors, countless buttons, controllers, cables and computers, numerous and high as New Yorks Skyline. The typical editing room belongs fortunately to the past. The correct choice of an editing laptop gives the direction for further film projects and might save the trouble of working all night long and having way too many cups of coffee. I speak from personal experience. The demands rise with the technical possibilities. 4K will be the new st