Don't be BUTT HURT if you didn't know this - DJI Neo

[@HR91360]

i asked the FAA Rep directly and i was told by him, i can 100% fly for fun and i can post videos 😂😂😂 even on a monetized channel! so im trusting the faa rep. have the email saved and printed out.

[@kenheron]

That's awesome!👍

[@JustFlyingtoLive]

There’s been a lot of Karen’s in comments who feel they’re FAA sanctioned and deputized to harass KZbinrs over this issue… you should post up a name-redacted copy of that for folks ;)

[@audiogek]

There he is!🥳 I still really really miss Kelly on the live show. Thanks for the surprise visit!

[@richrivera6781]

Great to see Kelly and Ken together again. You guys are a riot!!!

[@somedroneguydotcom]

Thank you SOOOOO much for this! I have been trying to explain no matter what you upload to your monetized channel, it is ALWAYS part 107.

[@irwan_rc2416]

This is the funniest drone review that I ever watch 😂

[@kenheron]

You're very kind. Thanks. 😎

[@El_Smeghead]

I'm gonna let all you guys test the Neo and I'll wait for the inevitable Neo 2 😂

[@chrisregister8021]

I was curious about that myself thank you for answering my question before I even asked it 😊

[@kenheron]

Any time! 😊

[@TheDroneDad]

This is the video that has convinced me to get one!!! You finally sold me.

[@jerrywhite49]

I like the neo, but I really like My avata2. Thanks for taking the time to put out these videos, really appreciate your personality. The rapid response vehicle made me think about the mobile home museum that you visited that was fascinating, one of your best pieces Imo.

[@kenheron]

Agreed. I like the Avata 2 better, but for just throwing a drone in the air and having it follow you quickly, the Neo is really good. 😊👍

[@patrickeul]

Love your vids Ken, keep them coming!

[@leonardomedina5934]

This channel is so entertaining, my fav drone one now !!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@kenheron]

Wow, thanks! ☺️♥️

[@PlyValiant65]

Great to see Kelly! Haven’t seen him quite a while! Now don’t keep stalking him! lol

[@CobaltOntarioadventures]

Best 2 minute intro to a 8 minute video I've ever seen 🤣

[@MTB-TG]

like always love your videos keep it up man ur the best

[@kenheron]

Appreciate it! 😁

[@allenhuffman]

Yay! Kelly and Ken, back again.

[@kenheron]

YAAAY!!

[@Icantdrive55]

The Neo is DJI’s new gateway drug! Lol 😆

[@pdtech4524]

You talk to your Neo like it's a clever little puppy dog learning new tricks as well?😮😳 It's not just me then! 😁

[@DavidReynolds-kr6yh]

I love my NEO drone, it’s cute as and it doesn’t scare people with either its noise or size. I haven’t even tried the autonomous mode yet but then I do have both the motion controller and tv controller for my AVATA lol. But I will have to give it a go sometime soon.

[@SecretAgentBond]

Thanks Ken for pointing out the strict FAA rules for those that monetize their videos (and the way around it by letting the NEO “fly itself” without any controller 😉). I on the other hand don’t have enough followers to monetize my channel so I don’t have to worry about that area of the FAA rules 🤣 👍

[@kenheron]

You bet! 😉

[@DanielCrist]

These ridiculous rules that determine how you can fly based simply on whether you have a monetized KZbin channel or not seem to have no logical basis whatsoever. No one needs to know that you have a monetized channel. No one needs to know the circumstances under which an uploaded video was recorded. That information is only coming out if you volunteer it yourself. As far as anyone else is concerned, while I'm flying, it's all for personal private use. What happens after that won't be known to anyone who witnessed your flight anyway.

[@kenheron]

I agree. It's quite the subjective mess.

[@OpenCarryUSMC]

During “Covid” the FAA had people at home watching KZbin’s looking for violations. Really asinine but they did and a few KZbinrs got basically extorted into things by the FAA goons. Things like making videos saying what happened and how they messed up and the FAA is being nice about it. One famous case, perhaps others, the guy said NO and they went after him like sharks. Looking forward to some major DOGE activity!!!!!!

[@DanielCrist]

@@OpenCarryUSMC the only car related to this that I heard of was some KZbinrs getting a massive fine because commercial video content needed a special permit to be carried out in national parks. The only reason the government was able to define the video as "commercial" and the only reason why they knew that the channel was monetized was because the couple has just recently made a video breaking down their income sources for the month and the main one was KZbin. Just don't volunteer this kind of information in your videos. Don't be specific about date or location details in your videos. Generally people get themselves in trouble when it comes to these cases, the government isn't doing intensive studies of you, they're just waiting for people to hand deliver their own incriminating evidence.

[@logisticalstyles]

I've been having a lot of fun with my Neo. You are correct about it being a gateway to buying accessories. I started with the Neo by itself, and now I have a spare battery and the RC-N3. I hear a rumor that there will soon be less expensive goggles coming out as well.

[@kenheron]

That's wonderful! Yeah it is a bit of a gateway drug, but it's a good drug nonetheless. 🤓👍

[@Blacksheep12267]

Came at this backwards. The Neo is an accessory to the gear I got for my Avata 2. If it's raining outside Neo can dart about the house.

[@XIII-Stripes]

being a specialist in people's intent...I realize you intended to enjoy a day out hobbying....and only later was harassed by me as a viewer to share with me what you hobbyied while out with little buddy....thanks for sharing!

[@kenheron]

You betcha! 😊

[@TOPCyber]

MVHA! Absolutely! Looks way better than all the vertical stuff

[@kenheron]

HELLZ YEAH it does!!👍♥️

[@OriginalSniperLol]

def might buy the neo. good vid Ken!

[@kenheron]

☺️👍

[@sk1fpv]

That's why everything is filmed on the avata

[@gmivisualsjason3729]

Great little drone

[@kenheron]

It really is!

[@spud1969]

Great video. Awesome to see Kelly too! Hey Kelly!!

[@kenheron]

Thank you Spud!!♥️

[@Tony13754]

You're Bad Ass Funny Guy ! And I think you just sold me a DJI Drone 😅

[@user-dg6lh2mt8g]

great review, the really only thing holding it back and Id be more than happy to pay extra for to have it in this drone, are the anticrashing sensors, but still imo a good quality product and when bought in a kit with goggles n3 and motion sensor makes for a great gift or tons of fun if you have children

[@RayRay-zc2ed]

If it were out of the kindness of dji’s heart they would also make the Neo compatible with the RC1 and the goggles controller 2.

[@kenheron]

Yuuup.

[@eme4289]

They never do anything out of the kindness of their heart. Every move they make has to first be approved by the CCP. But yes, they might do it down the line to get rid of old stock of goggles 2 and integra.

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

Such a cool little drone ❤

[@kenheron]

Indeed

[@evank8ng3ry]

Love the videos Ken!

[@mikebergman1817]

This whole video is brilliant. Well done sir. I really like that little trailer.

[@kenheron]

Hey thank you Mike! 🤓

[@carlscorner4820]

Looking good Kelly, nice to see you again

[@udornyc]

*That's Impressive!"* was the drone's *safe word!!!*

[@AdamWeatherall]

Winnie the pooh

[@nyrubin]

Calling the neo "Come on buddy" made hit the sub button and now I'm buying one lmao

[@kenheron]

Oh great! Thanks for the sub. --Buddy. ☺️

[@nyrubin]

@KenHeron hahaha that's how i would talk to the Neo 🤣🤣🤣

[@eleosone1706]

Literally feels like having a robot pet

[@mattalford3932]

It tries to follow the path you take. That's one reason why it has a harder time following you while going backwards

[@VishnuRajendranAmboo]

Lol great intro 😂😂

[@gareth5000]

A sense of humour, how refreshing:)

[@kenheron]

😊♥️

[@bronson0066]

Got a neo too Ken when the gave the update so i could use my RC-2 controller..great video as always Ken..👍

[@kenheron]

Yeah, flying it with a controller is much better.

[@Sebastian.Mastermind]

I love your tshirt ken 😂

[@kenheron]

Thanks! 😊

[@Hopelesswanderer26]

It rips. Manual is a blast. Got some good vids 🔥

[@kenheron]

😎🤘

[@Ian_MacGregor]

You’re a brave man Ken… letting that little kitten wander so close to where it could drown in the waters of the Ohio River 😳😂

[@kenheron]

🤓

[@lamontlargie438]

Your intro was great. Funny while informative. Subbed!

[@kenheron]

Awesome, thank you! ☺️

[@FREEDOMFPV84]

I'm still not convinced to get it i just can't get into it but for your case for what you do it's great and for the money it's not bad I'm just a speed freak FPV since I got into FPV I have not picked up any of my dji mini drones lol on a good note I'm going to a new bando tomorrow lol love your videos man 👍👍👍👍

[@kenheron]

Have fun at the bando! 🤘😎🤘

[@reyzuna]

by removing those crash guard it is possible to get 2mins more on flight but you risk your drone prop about 90% being damage on crash.

[@kenheron]

Don't crash

[@orhansreview9627]

@@kenheronlol

[@eddyg1794]

@@kenheron Hey it comes with replacement props doesn't it? lol

[@KillirBeard]

Not going to lie I am so confused on the whole thing. I am slowly learning. But to make sure I am understanding. Once I am monetized on KZbin I have to have my 107 and the rfid on my drones to continue to post on KZbin and to be able to be monetized on my drone videos.

[@kenheron]

Yes that's how the FAA has worded things. They use the verbiage "in furtherance of a business" which is very clever lawyer-speak and covers just about everything. I wouldn't worry about it too much, because the only way anybody ever gets a call from the FAA is if someone complains to them about you. It does help to have your 107 however! Best of luck with everything!

[@KillirBeard]

@ thanks for the info looks like I need to continue with getting the 107. I have been thinking about getting. It many years ago I had a ham license. Need to get that back too. Thanks so much.

[@kenheron]

Glad to help! ☺️

[@HarshvardhanLandge]

Very informative, funny and nice review video!!

[@kenheron]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🤘

[@bjorker40]

You the Man Ken!

[@kenheron]

😊♥️

[@CommoMike]

Missed me some Kelly Green!!!

[@00fluxone]

best not-review review evah

[@benzoetv]

thank you for sharing this like to buy dji neo soon

[@kenheron]

You won't be disappointed!

[@nieograniczony1]

Wow, what a progres on Your channel :) +1

[@kenheron]

Thanks a lot! 😊

[@valentino_govoni_official]

im just curious but do you know what dji drones are under 501 grams? (in argentina, the limit to fly a drone without registration is 500 grams wich is cool isnt it?)

[@kenheron]

That is pretty cool! 🇦🇷👍

[@CobaltOntarioadventures]

The same ones that are under 250g. All the rest are heavier than 500g

[@valentino_govoni_official]

@CobaltOntarioadventures what about the dji spark?

[@CobaltOntarioadventures]

@@valentino_govoni_official that's one I'm actually not sure about. Do they still fly even in 2024? LoL

[@valentino_govoni_official]

@CobaltOntarioadventures i dont know, im too poor to afford one. but im sure they do if i even fly cheap brushed motors drones

[@thomasmaughan4798]

"Don't be BUTT HURT if you didn't know this" Okay!

[@kenheron]

😄👍♥️

[@KOrnhOliO1]

Ken Heron = Stalker! 😜

[@ElburroE]

Great review! Super well done.

[@kenheron]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@RayRay-zc2ed]

I have the avata 1 and 2 that I fly with the 2 equipment and a mini pro 3. Even though i really want to get the Neo I’m not going to buy it because I’m not going to buy the 3 equipment or rc2. To bad, so sad.

[@eme4289]

That’s dji and their dumb compatibility nightmares. If they wanted to, they could even make the v2’s compatible. Although the avata 2 with Goggles 3 give better range, latency, o4, and 60mbps. With the goggles 2, the avata 2 runs in o3 mode instead of o4.

[@peter360adventures9]

Awesome.

[@kenheron]

Thanks! 😊

[@botinhao]

Thank you for the video!

[@kenheron]

You are very welcome!

[@spookydonkey2195]

Ohh, the sign says Cook Out. For a second I thought…

[@kenheron]

😆

[@yoHOBODAN]

Good video Very entertaining

[@andyclement40]

they're Definitely going to make a 2nd gen of this drone because it's been such a hit

[@DrNauseous]

but it likely wont be soon, unless they make a "neo pro" version. i only wish it had a better camera module, like the one on avata 2 ... ... hmmm makes me wonder... what if..... 🤔

[@warrenjameson5465]

It crashed because it DOESN'T have obstacle avoidance. And it DOES NOT require FAA Registration because it is UNDER 249 grams. It also DOES NOT require Remote I.D. (at least not yet) same as the DJI Mini's. The palm landing system is backflow sensors that measure the air bouncing back from the props.

[@AdamWeatherall]

He literally explains why it absolutely does, under any conditions used for monetary gain and or the furtherance of business.

[@jonnymoke]

Wow, what timing. Thanks

[@kenheron]

You’re welcome 😊

[@lambo_drives]

1:03 whaaa? I did not know this…. If only there was a bi-weekly drone channel that features cutting edge industry/hobby news….

[@kenheron]

If only... 🤪

[@mygiguser]

is indoors US airspace?

[@kenheron]

No.

[@JustFlyingtoLive]

Spoiler: it has issues indoors. The Neo (maybe just the one I used) has terrible sat signal reception, which is of course even worse indoors. Add to that the “low ambient light” issue (in daylight indoors) and you get a drone that likes to FLY FULL SPEED OUT OF CONTROL when it drops all sats. This is in follow mode, using the iPhone controls… AND with goggles 3 and motion controller. 3 tests. 3 flailing into the wall moments. Why it can’t just maintain course for a second or pause before it regains says or vision system feedback and has to go nuts is beyond me.

[@gordonrobb]

You seriously have to try Direction Track. So much better than the simple follow mode.

[@kenheron]

I'll try it thanks!

[@MitchellPetersoncustomdrone]

hahahaha, you crack me up man

[@davidjkelly1160]

doesn't have obstacle avoidance.

[@blueCollarGuy]

What about the hover air X1. X1pro. X1pro max. Should be the same rules. Will the FAA go after all of the violators.

[@BlairAir]

Sure, but the ZeroZero Hover Air X1 Pro Max Ultra will not require registration. Not that they don't want you to, just that the form application does not allow that many characters under "Drone Model"

[@blueCollarGuy]

@@BlairAir I never bought one of these selfie drones because I live in a big city in Montreal and I noticed that nobody ever uses these selfie drones in a big city. They're always out in the middle of nowhere in the sticks where you don't need a selfie drone. Anyway, you could use a regular drone with the follow me feature so that's why I thought the selfie drone was kind of a ridiculous idea to begin with. I would like to see a video on people that have been trying to promote these as legitimate selfie, drones and kind of debunk that whole idea. I don't know if you're interested in making that video. I thought about it myself but I don't know what angle to do it at. And I don't really want to beat up other KZbinrs for trying to make a living. But it's kind of like false advertising because when I was watching even Tamara Gabriel on her channel, she's done the hoverair X1 and she's done the DJI neodrone and whenever she was doing her demonstration she looked like a scared cat when she was flying. The thing because she knew that what she's doing is kind of illegal. You cannot fly these in the middle of a city in Canada. They have a rule and it says you can't fly like an idiot and you can't put people or pets or wildlife in danger and a selfie drone does that because you're not in control of it? So I'm so happy that you're going down this route because I didn't know which way to approach it if I was to make a video on it. I'm not an expert in drones. I really love drones but I stay away from that space entirely when I'm doing my videos. Anyways, it was great talking with you. Take care and have a great day

[@michman1956]

Very entertaining and informative!

[@kenheron]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@WolfsHaven]

Interesting, the Hover X1 made it seem like you didn't need part 107 or RFID to use it for comercial purposes. Glad I didn't get that one either.

[@kenheron]

Yeah, companies will try and market their drones that way to sucker people in.

[@ToddtheLoneDroner]

I'm gonna try and see if it will track my german shepherd ha ha

[@kenheron]

Yeah, do it!

[@eleosone1706]

Got the goggles, now scavenging for a discount RC3, might try the Avata 2 after I learn the basics 😅

[@kenheron]

You're gonna love it!

[@weirdmark]

I think it is a cool drone. No secondary camera man would be great for content creators. I’m going to see if I can pick one up cheap. One of the guys at work has one and it is a capable drone. I think people are going to do some creative stuff with this. How is the “Mobile Response Unit” working out.

[@kenheron]

Hey Mark! I'm heading out across the country on the MRU in a few days. I'm going to Arizona to fly drones with some hot air balloon guys!

[@weirdmark]

@@kenheron Don’t be disappointed if you’re not exposed to the same gorgeous vistas you have in Huntingdon🤦‍♂️

[@armandoferreira8790]

The FAA have some stupid rules like you need a licence to fly a sub250gr drone for business but you don't need to fly a Phantom IV for a hobby. At least EASA is more realistic as licences are required based on the weight of the drone no matter the type of operation, business or hobby. Autonomous flights are legal within EASA as long as the drone is closer than 50m from the PIC. Within EASA the Neo or Mini3 Pro or Mini4 Pro don't need nor licence nor RID. The Avata2 or Air3 or A3s need RID and the A1-A3 Certificate of Competence.

[@kenheron]

You're absolutely right. It's all very confusing and subjective and mostly silly.

[@SkyPodp]

The technology is about as scary as it is cute.

[@SlackerU]

Ya, I don't think I'd escape that swarm either. I wonder how much of a pop the batteries could make.

[@RonaldBrown59]

Thanks for sharing this information with us Ken. I'm selling all my other drones and keeping the Neo for all my Part 107 professional jobs, LOL. Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@kenheron]

🤣🤣 Good plan, Ron!

[@JeromeoftheJungle]

That guy sounds great on your video Ken, is there any way I can hire him to do some voice stuff on my channel.

[@kenheron]

I doubt you could afford him. 😜

[@dallasb7117]

​@KenHeron Oh Ken, ya gotta be careful saying that...ya know book by cover etc...I have seen some Instant drama after such assumptions. ps Another feel good Happy Flying video, Thank You !

[@JeromeoftheJungle]

Yes, what an empty assumption to say I cannot afford him. I communicated earlier about this with him and some work I wanted done. He was happy to help, and when I mentioned your comment he did it free of charge. I’ll be happy to pay his fee we discussed in the future. He was very easy to work with and made it affordable for my budget. 😊

[@dronerob]

Make Video Horizontal Again! Fun little presentation! You are such a PIC!

[@kenheron]

Thanks drone Rob!!🤘😎

[@joyfultrails]

I’m interested in getting a Neo for my bike trail review channel, mostly for 3 to 5 shots per video of landscapes - shots from up high. I have an Insta 360 X4 that I use for “hover” and follow shots so I don’t need a drone for that. Would “quick shots” like circle, helix and boomerang work if I’m moving on a bicycle? Or do you have to just be standing still? Or should I get something like the DJI Mini 4K as a first drone instead?

[@kenheron]

You might want to try the $199 Neo first.

[@avianorobc8847]

Great Video, I miss Kelly Green on you bi weekly stream. I have a question for Kelly, How does the DJI Neo compare to the GoPr Karma?

[@billmakesmovies]

So what is the work around? I have one of these things in its way. I have 107. Is this my Mini 2 all over again with no RID, so I can’t make money with it?

[@JustFlyingtoLive]

There’s a video of another KZbinr gleefully flying his Neo over people legally as a 107 pilot with just a stick-on ID unit. Cat 1.

[@cazmodder]

The real question is what kind of cook out tray did you get?

[@BlairAir]

The FOIST THANG I DUN waz... (why am I talking like that?) The first thing I did was take off the prop guards. Like as I opened it, and pulled it out of the thick, hazy plastic bag, I removed them. I kept them, but can't imagine putting them on, for any reason.

[@kenheron]

Couldn't agree more!

[@shanemcquillan8128]

Excellent Video Ken What about One Second Song Jason Crockett v Kelly Green on Rock 98.3 WJLI FM 👍

[@kenheron]

Now that's an idea!!

[@dallasb7117]

Ken, what ya think of Bruce Simpson's comments on the Neo ? In part he said the video recodings were poor quality.

[@CobaltOntarioadventures]

The default is as sharp as you can make it. With a controller, you can go -2 instead of +2 default and the image is actually pretty decent. It's no mini 4k,mini 3, M3P, or M4p and never will be, but it's decent.

[@jeremycooper638]

Removing the guards is horrible if ur doing fpv with trees and all around..it keeps the branches from hitting blades.. u should explain that so it doesnt mislead ppl..its the downside to the avata 2, small branches

[@kenheron]

If you leave the guards on you will get stuck in the tree. Remember... Trees are dicks.

[@JAY3TeeVee]

😂 the intro

[@kenheron]

🤓👍

[@JosephWilsonProductions]

I have a telescoping monopod that is well over 12 feet long. If I use it to shoot video over a ledge or in the air above me, how does the FAA know it is not a drone???

[@kenheron]

They won't

[@jzenism]

Don't forget about the recently approved DJI ban outcome as well lol!

[@kenheron]

🤪

[@OpenCarryUSMC]

KEN can then NEO handle prop guard and 30 grams of strobe and RID module? If so it can do OOP with no waiver.

[@kenheron]

It wouldn't fly very well with that junk on it

[@OpenCarryUSMC]

@ that was my thought but I wanted to ask someone with one and some experience in drones. Guess I’m stuck with a Mini 4 pro with prop guards and an RID module since you can’t fly the 4 with people guards and the plus battery but putting standard battery in disables RID. And a waiver of course. Arrrgh.

[@lambo_drives]

9:08 the CrackRock gateway drone of ‘24… 😊

[@kenheron]

🤣🤣👍

[@RR-zq3mk]

😂😂😂😂at those who actually follows the drone rules. F them, F the FAA and F the public who get butthurt over a hobby. Dji neo is just an another toy and the fanboys love it. Hover air is where it’s at.

[@Dorff_Meister]

Coke floats corndogs? I had no idea. I wonder if the breading provides extra buoyancy.

[@kenheron]

🤔

[@Outlaw.cinema]

Hey how did you get the guards off?? Mine still has them on. I soooo wish I had the goggles to fly it fpv

[@kenheron]

They are clamped on pretty good. Just use a bit of force.

[@CobaltOntarioadventures]

Start in the middle, they pop off easier that way

[@FirstinDronePhotography]

Cool, so what rfid device do you use with it?

[@kenheron]

I used an internal one so that it wouldn't show up on camera.

[@IcelandAdventures]

Yup folks just don’t know that Technically it must be flown from a controller too to be compliant too so autonomous flying is against 107 The things we learn 😂

[@davidraborn3654]

What if I gave my video to somebody for free. Then they use it to make money? Frankly I do not give rats ass, but that would not hold up in court.

[@kenheron]

It would depend on your intentions and if you knew that they were going to use it for making money.