Mavic Release Discussion

[crazyrider]

This must have been discussed within the 31 pages of this thread but does someone plan on purchasing a warranty/service plan from vendor such as Neary Aerial media or some other company? I am keen on getting a plan since my P3A was toast without having a plan in place.

 

[CCDD]

Which is why I'm confused really. The Phantom 4 was still so popular and DJI has been killing it. It seems like they are cannibalizing themselves right before the holidays. Thie Mavic looks amazing

DJI isn't cannibalizing anything, they're smart to offer a variety of birds to choose from. Don't be surprised if many new drone buyers choose a P4 over a Mavic. If I was buying my first drone, I'd likely go for a P4 as the Mavic may appear at first to be more of a novelty. Most members chiming in are experienced P3 and P4 owners who have come to realize that size does matter and the Mavic might be the answer to what they've been looking for.

 

[raynist]

Many are talking about the long battery life. If I am not mistaken it is listed at 1 minute better than the P4. If it actually gets 38 minutes like claimed that would be awesome. I think the P4 is a claimed 27 min. I am at 30% and returning home at 16-17 min tops. Maybe if I let it all they way down to 0 I would get those times.


Edit: actually the P4 has a longer claimed flight time 28 min to 27 for the Mavic.

 

[Lutonroy]

I'm saving now to get one, if it's as good as the utube videos then it's going to go down a storm, and the reduced back pack size is a sure winner

 

[flpholt]

Dude was pissed because DJI Mavic wasn't in stock when he got there today...

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10154621729067502

 

[74wj61m3m4ueg2hi]

Casey Neistat reviews the image quality of P4 vs. Mavic again. I was initially thinking of selling my P4 for a Mavic but not anymore.

Anyone else notice those scratches at 1:13?

 

[Dinerve]

Anyone else notice those scratches at 1:13?

That's Casey for you!

 

[daithi23]

Another comparison review: DJI Mavic Vs GoPro Karma: The Best Travel Drone
It's a huge relief to see the videos where people actually focused, I think the vast majority of people watching the end result won't see the difference between the Mavic and a P4

 

[Hovtech]

Remember, there are millions of nooby soon to be drone pilots. They will love the simplicity of Karma. Doen't matter that Mavic is better. They will sell thousands, especially as Christmas presents. It does have a great new camera on it. The rest of us will eventually get a Mavic.

 

[Dinerve]

Folks, since drones and the hobby make you so passionate as this thread and this entire site demonstrates, have a read at the below thread, it's important! Especially if in the EU but even if not as it's bound to spread!

WARNING its the "DEATH OF DRONES" 50m height & 100m range limit if EASA pass these new RULES

 

[rbhamilton]

This thing looks so good you have to wonder... is the Chinese military lending a few of it's top researchers to DJI? It wouldn't be all that hard and it would undercut drone development in the west. Ok... I guess that sounds a bit like a conspiracy theory. Back to investigating the Nazi base on the dark side of the moon. But wow the Mavic is amazing if it can only do half what they say it can.

 

[JTorsrud]

My first impression: Incredible. I have no idea why anyone would ever buy a Phantom again.

Does anyone know or asked the question as to what size smart phone or tablet can be attached to the controller?

 

[Fplvert]

Does anyone know or asked the question as to what size smart phone or tablet can be attached to the controller?

First post? Welcome to the forum!
META-REVIEW: Complete list of Mavic features & what people are saying about it

 

[Northern Light]

Perhaps we should wait a few months before overloading with excitement. The Phantom 3 had some stability issues. We raved and I still do for the phantom 4, it is a great piece of kit. The Mavic solves a lot of issues; weight, set up time and a few cool commands that can be made without having to touch the controls. I love the idea of the Mavic but when you read forums about the Yuneec Hex, the outstanding complaint was about too many moving parts. I'm not trying to piss on your parade folks but I want to see how durable the folding parts are on the Mavic. The Phantom series has and still is serving us well and one day I would like to see a Phantom 5 with the all dancing all singing gadgetry of the Mavic but with an 18 or 20 MP camera. Besides, I don't have a purse to put the Mavic in , I have the backpack to place all my P4 in.

 

[Shawn Klawitter]

I decided to pre-order one for my fledgling business. The compactivity of it is making it a HUGE plus for me. Once I receive it I plan on doing a full test and review. Overall I have been impressed with the reviews and photos that have been posted around the web.

 

[Static8]

I decided to pre-order one for my fledgling business. The compactivity of it is making it a HUGE plus for me. Once I receive it I plan on doing a full test and review. Overall I have been impressed with the reviews and photos that have been posted around the web.

Yup, I just preordered as well...I was going to get a fast racer but went with this one instead just because of the amazing technology , range and portability...its mind blowing if it holds up to all their promises..

 

[DronerLee]

Can you use I pad with this? No more cracked shells I will buy one just for that reason!! And if it does everything that they claim long range and 27 mins!

Nope!

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[DronerLee]

They wouldn't. This looks to be superior in every way to a Phantom 4. I can't imagine even considering buying a Phantom now that I've seen this. It's very small, ultra portable, has incredible tracking and obstacle avoidance technology, it's own controller, racing mode, amazing range, and the list just goes on and on.

The Phantom line is officially dead in my book.

I agree with you on that. Keep an eye on CL if you want a cheap P3P or P4

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[DronerLee]

Yes, I'm assuming that'll be a possibility. I bet it's not easy to hold an iPad and use it like a remote controller though.

Someone smart will come up with a iPad holder that will attach to a strap to go around your neck or shoulders I bet.

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[Morgon]

Can you use I pad with this? No more cracked shells I will buy one just for that reason!! And if it does everything that they claim long range and 27 mins!

Nope!

Actually, you most certainly can. There's nothing preventing you from using the iPad for Mavic's WiFi mode, or as a non-integrated screen connected via the central USB connector (which is located on the bottom of the controller). You just can't use the phone mount.