Autel Robotics Smart Controller SE | First Impressions

[@lorageproductions]

Thanks for the review. which Evo does it work with?

[@18830dc]

I like that the kick stand when against the controller prevents the battery from coming out.

[@pauljackson9701]

Does it work for the EVO NANO and EVO NANO PLUS.....? Because the remote control that come with them are crappie.

[@Okie-Tom]

Looks very nice. Yes, working with the Nano and Lite is key! Perhaps they will have this in kit form with the Nano and Lite. Thanks Ken.

[@thomasvarughese4540]

Is the battery of this controller is working now please

[@thomasvarughese4540]

Is the battery of the controller is died or alive now

[@alcanalpt]

What's the matter with Autel and storage? Also evo lite plus says is 8G internal storage and on the app it shows only 4....wth?

[@keyoske]

Oh yeah! Great video! Your Autel videos combined with DJI geofencing, is tempting me to get an Evo 2 again.

[@PowderMill]

Same here……. I have a bunch of DJI drones and detest the Nanny State Geofencing . I modified my Air-2s last year using drone-hacks and now have a device capable of no NFZ lockouts and zero altitude limitation. I’d do the same for my Mavic-3, but they haven’t come up with a patch yet. So…. I carry both when I can. “Just in case”.

[@keyoske]

@@PowderMill well said.

[@pauljackson9701]

DJI does not compare to EVO..... NOT EVEN CLOSE

[@AtlanticAerials]

Awesome job on this Ken. Thanks for all the info. Looking forward to it supporting the lite it will definitely be on my list

[@moemaster1966]

It looks that once Autel upgrades it for the lite it would be a fantastic upgrade now that the price has dropped on the lite series

[@kurtgibson5087]

Thanks for the quick overview. Once this is available for the nano and lite I will probably pick one up. One concern I have is with the magnetic battery. How secure is it in the slot? I am concerned that if it gets bumped during a flight the battery will slide out just enough to lose contact and then the RC will reboot and lose connection with the drone. It looked very easy for you to slide it out but maybe it is more secure than it appears. Any thoughts?

[@OriginaldoBo]

Battery is really secure, shouldn’t have any issues with it.

[@TheDieselman17]

Where can you purchase an extra battery for the controller?

[@thriftysurvivor6117]

Are there any screen protectors for the Autel Robotics Smart Controller SE?

[@cypher31337]

Is there a way to replace the autel app that is pre installed? The bootloader is factory unlocked, so is root a possibility? Or is the payload bin file available to download anywhere to extract and patch the boot.img with magisk? Or anything along those lines? I'm wondering because I want to put a mod version of the autel app on it but can't because of the reinstalled one. Thanks in advance

[@johnsnow2347]

When are they going to make this compatible with the EVO MINI + and or the Eno Lite + ?????

[@ChristiaanRoest79]

Beautiful designed controller. I like the design of the buttons (especially the ones on top). I am not an Autel fan but this looks really good.

[@Foonwas]

VHS sized controller. Thanks for the review!

[@MS-zi2ft]

Another Great Video! Any Idea when they will upgrade the firmware to use with the Nano + .. Then Ill pull the trigger. Don't even see the RC on their website yet.

[@byronwiedemann9364]

Please excuse my ignorance but how do you control the screen brightness on this controller? By the way I watch all your shows. Thanks for any help you can give. Byron

[@SilverStarHeggisist]

It would seem that in applications where the device is a singular device, such as this where it's a controller for a specific drone and it exists to run only one application and do only 1 thing. The computing and ram specs become not that important. Rather so long as it has what it needs for that one task, it would seem there's no reason to spend extra to have more. As opposed to something multi purpose like a phone

[@stevebarket9666]

Just got mine, can’t turn it on ? Which button ?

[@mmbodnar]

Interesting for those with those with the Nano or Lite as well.. screen recording require a random 3rd party app or is it in the OS?

[@timdardis5682]

Thanks for the overview.. can you show us how to change languages with it is delivered in chinese? I thought i did everything possible by guessing, to change it to english (US) but it still displays chinese.. any help is appreciated.

[@chambo5554]

are there fp gogles available?

[@AdrianMateoDrones]

Looks great Dobo. Thanks for sharing Sir. Can it work with my Autel Evo 2 pro enterprise?

[@YellowRoseDrones]

Adrian, I'm thinking it's only going to work with the version 3 chipsets, not the version 2

[@glennalan]

Thinking of getting the Enterprise myself. I would love to know your thoughts on the Enterprise and the bigger smart controller?

[@Editer38738]

Hey Ken is this controller compatible with the Evo lite +?

[@mmbodnar]

There are claims that the Explorer app for the SE is missing some intelligent flight modes that are available on the larger Smart Controller V3. Is this the case from your experience?

[@bahalwayne8500]

Would like to know too!?

[@rickkrueger399]

So honest question here, what's the point of the controller being water proof/ resistant if the drone isn't?

[@OriginaldoBo]

I think it's if you're in an area where it is raining. Not really sure but it's something that they are doing

[@Andyrewk]

If you drop it in a puddle. Or have it on a table and spill a drink on it?

[@zachs.6994]

@originaldobo I'm a real estate shooter and considering adding a v3 to my kit. -Still rocking an Air 2 which is great for 75% of what I do, but some clients add-on drone on-site or I upsell and end up looking like a joke if my drone is land locked. -I now always check Air Control before opening my dumb mouth. My question, it seems the old remote had a Precision Intelligent Flight Mode, which appeared to allow for the DJI equivalent of old school tripod mode, if this Intelligent Flight Mode is no longer available on the new v3 SE remote, is there a way to get the same results? Or should someone considering purchasing an Evo II Pro v3 also upgrade the kit remote (SE) for the Smart Control v3?

[@thequantaleaper]

Did you ever find an answer to this? I use tripod mode about 80% of the time for my orbits and dolly shots.

[@tdrdronesebikesandscooters8377]

It has a nice look to it, plain and simple is sometimes good.

[@dpceee]

Will this controller work with the original Evo II Pro that came out in 2020?

[@OriginaldoBo]

No, that EVO is on V1 transmission this is for V3 transmission

[@hchattaway]

On the Autel site, it states that it works with Autel Evo 2 drones.. but on the link above it states only with the V3 releases of the Autel 2... It won't support the original Evo 2 Pro?

[@OriginaldoBo]

The RC will only work on Version 3 chips (I.e) EVO 2 version 3 , EVO Lite & Nano with a future update

[@hchattaway]

@@OriginaldoBo Bummer! Looks great too... Love your work and your products.. got the Avata bumper guards and battery holder for head strap.. work really well! Thanks!

[@armyguy91357]

Is this model compatible with the Evo 2 V2.0?

[@OriginaldoBo]

No

[@jayhernandez6812]

Is this has mic to record voice while recording screen?

[@OriginaldoBo]

There is no mic

[@WilliamFrogge]

Interesting that this new smart controller isn'tbackwards compatible with the V2 or Lite/Nano drones. That is unfortunate

[@griffey11]

Damn, that's unfortunate. Does autel have any documentation on that? Just wanna confirm

[@WilliamFrogge]

@@griffey11 I have emailed them as recently as this week asking about compatibility. There are no plans

[@jamesruse9708]

Ken, I bought my Evo II in 2020. I believe it may be a V1, not 2 or 3. Looking at the specs, it appears that it only works on V3. Is that right?

[@OriginaldoBo]

This only works with V3 Evos

[@jamesruse9708]

@@OriginaldoBo Thanks

[@jamesruse9708]

@@OriginaldoBo Follow-up Q: I only see the “V” designations on the Evo II Pro. Are there V designations on the Evo II 8K? If so, I would assume a V3 8K could use the SE controller. Thanks

[@monkeysnark7043]

Thanks, that is a good RC for the Autel line. Not one for those that do this as a hobby compared to the two in the DJI line, ( read inexpensive vs the pro one). Which in all fairness, is a let down. I bought the Nano + because of the lack of geo fencing to learn flying a drone, and hopefully expand my video and photography taking. Using the RC that came with it makes me think I am in middle school vs the new RC that came with the 3 Pro, big boys school. Had Autel offered one similar in a bundled cost , I would of purchased it. This current controller lacks in charging my iPhone, and lacks a spot to put a lanyard. On the other hand that M 3Pro RC, can be used for the A 2S as well, not needing to deal with a phone. This one you are showing only currently works for the Evo 2 line, seriously Autel, get it together on your strategy. So, buying a line, looking at accessories and thinking about the two main brands, one is polished and the other is playing catch-up. Autel has some great drones, great engineering, yet, once you get past the stuttering Nano, their management thinking and strategy is not so great. They need to stop playing catch up and just work on what their customers need and want, and bring that to fruition, for both the hobby group and pro. Which means I am now looking at the M3Pro, and A2S with one decently priced RC, instead of the Evo Lite+ that I like. Thanks again from a new viewer and you deserve a like for a good review. Btw, I am not a lemming fanboy, as I spend my money on what works for me, not what the brand trending crowd does, cheers.

[@mattrolls1765]

I hope a smart controller also for the Nano plus

[@thomasvarughese4540]

Is the controller is working

[@OriginaldoBo]

Controller works fine

[@thomasvarughese4540]

@@OriginaldoBo thank u for your reply

[@discob61350]

Does it have an internal battery or just external swappable battery?

[@OriginaldoBo]

External only

[@londenard]

Nice controller!!! Maybe Autel is turning a corner? Great video.

[@keyoske]

I'd really like to see DJI add a scenic video to the start screen of the DJI Fly app on the RC Pro! That video with the dolphins makes the DJI Fly app look like shit! It really is that stunning on Autel devices.

[@thomasvarughese4540]

Bro is the removable battery of the controller is died or not

[@OriginaldoBo]

Yes read their site it’s removable I literally showed that the battery comes out.

[@tbjr50thomas]

That was very informative DoBo, is that og smart controller the V1 by chance? I am interested in buying it if you want to sell it

[@OriginaldoBo]

V2

[@YellowRoseDrones]

@@OriginaldoBo wish I had the cash available to buy that thing from you if you were wanting to sell it, but not right now. Still dealing with the aftermath of my wife's estate.

[@edycafe]

@@OriginaldoBo isn’t it V3 ?

[@tbjr50thomas]

@@OriginaldoBo okay thanks anyway

[@RonaldBrown59]

Great first look and overview of the new Autel Smart Controller. Looking forward to this controller being compatible with the Nano and the Lite. For me the only thing missing is the speed mode control switch that you find on the DJI controllers. Thanks for sharing.

[@BlairAir]

If I'm not mistaken, this is tri-band 900/2.4/5.8 and while Lite/Lite+ is Tri band its different bands 2.4/5.2/5.8 so that's an issue. Autel is mum on the subject, but how is that ever going to work, short of an old Meatloaf song (2 out of 3 ain't bad) - I submit: it's bad.

[@griffey11]

Anyone know if it can run ATAK?

[@Quads-n-Tech]

Ken any pricing yet ?

[@OriginaldoBo]

749

[@YellowRoseDrones]

I've got the Evo 2 Pro version 2 chipset and wish I could have afforded the smart controller for it, but I'm making do with the standard controller and my iPad tablet. Too bad the new smart controller won't work retroactively with the version 2 chipset. Oh well, technology marches on.

[@visitperaiagreece]

Or the V1 either. I am not going to buy another E2P just for the SC. Better to just wait for the E3P.

[@dronesrj403]

Does have a clean HDMI out?

[@OriginaldoBo]

Yes I showed that

[@OriginaldoBo]

You can op to remove all telemetry

[@dronesrj403]

@@OriginaldoBo But don't work like DJI... I have telemetry on my radio and on HDMI out has a clean signal...

[@manifiestou]

@@OriginaldoBo how do you remove the telemetry? i have tried and can't find how to do it, can't find on this video how to do it. Thanks.

[@shelydon78]

Why the conspiracy of autel only having a smart controller for the evo 2???????,?**

[@clarkjamesdigital]

Damm this is what the DJI rc pro should have been

[@CirclingtheDrone]

Is that the V1 Smart Controller? Want to sell it? 😁😁👍👍

[@madisondono4462]

good job

[@pandadrone413]

Day! DJI needs to pick up there game. Lol

[@essentialviewfinder]

2 years and Still not compatible with lite plus or nano. How shortsighted and profit adverse. Autel says 2025 they might have a smart controller for the rest of their drones.

[@steve-and-drones]

look's little like my controller on my typhoon H plus, don't need a phone to fly.

[@MrEddieNunez]

Damn, those antennas are long

[@OriginaldoBo]

That’s what she said 😮

[@Andyrewk]

It’s the Autel Nintendo Switch Lite Edition! Lol

[@sudburydrone466]

👍👍✌️

[@malanalan1]

Clumsy design. Why so much frame around the screen? Very poor design. And the font and icons look very small. Nope, will pass.

[@chuckrogers5077]

I hope everyone by now knows that this controller is not bright enough to see anything in full sun..

[@OriginaldoBo]

Hope everyone knows they shouldn’t buy autel to begin with

[@rickyandika1522]

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