DJI Smart Controller Introduction, And First Flight With The DJI Mavic 2 Zoom

[@kirlewchrisful]

My favorite part is when you said "that's enough of that" very funny that, good video pal 5*.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you very much!

[@camilogonzalez7770]

I agree 100% with the lanyard attachment, it provides so much more safety and comfort

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, I just don't understand why they wouldn't include it.

[@camilogonzalez7770]

@@IdahoQuadcopter I recently got a Mavic Air 2 and wish there was a similar attachment to the one you bought. I got one which works but, nothign beats design from the factory.

[@RobertGlazier]

I have had mine for over a year. Mine came with the charger. Its fast charging. I love it. Thanks for sharing.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! I ended up ordering a fast charger on Amazon, and it works great. 👍

[@ageranger1541]

You should flip your antennas down to be for better reception. Yours are pointing straight out, that's good if the Drone is above you or landing.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, that's true, I wasn't paying attention.

[@PhillyDroneLife]

Hey buddy, I noticed your ANTENNA were sticking straight out! They should be down! Give that a try to see if it makes a different... Hope that helps Marcus. I understand how people can think they go that way but the signal shoots from the flat part of the antenna. Mikey

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, I should have been paying more attention Michael! Thank you my friend!

[@PhillyDroneLife]

@@IdahoQuadcopter no worries. I know you knew that! Just thought I'd mention it. I've see that a lot with the smart control for some reason? 👍👍 Great video Marcos 💙💙

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@PhillyDroneLife It's all good mi amigo!

[@jeromesettles]

Good KZbin. I use my tablet with a hood, because I Wear photo Grey glasses and I had a real problem with my smartphone seeing the screen. I have considered getting a smart controller, but if it still has glares I'm not sure. I presently fly with my mini2, will the smart controller work with it? I just ordered the air 2 S. How about with it?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! The Smart Controller is said to work with both the Air 2S and Air 2. Some have reported problems however.

[@jeromesettles]

@@IdahoQuadcopter Thanks for your information and keep flying!

[@michaelripple8371]

Nice smart controller chargers in a couple hours also I Love the smart controller for doing cinematic footage your fingers can comfortably be arranged around all the sticks and levers and Dials

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It's a winner for sure. 👍 Mine took about 8 hours to charge. 😮

[@johnduffield8740]

Hi Marcus bit late probably heard it by now surprisingly no dedicated charger with yours it charges I in 90 minutes with the original supplied unit

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you John. I ended up buying a fast charger on Amazon, and it seems to work quite well. 👍

[@gerv55]

Wonder if it'll use the full app with air 2 on that controller, can't see them making it load 2 separate apps. Had a smart controller for my m2p, a screen protector is a good investment for it, also the antennas are meant to point downwards for better signal.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

No, it will have the Fly app too. 👍

[@crwenz]

I use one of those rubber pointers on phantom 4 plus, works great and keeps the finger prints off.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

That's a great idea. 👍

[@jeremyboyce1537]

Marcus ,I don't scratch my head about DJI Anymore cause I learned a long time ago that they are tricksters and I make no apologies cause it is very plain to see ,great stuff Marcus as always ,take care .

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you. 👍

[@nengstro]

Great video, not too much talking directly into the camera, but rather multicamera capture with what is going on. Great! Keep the vids coming!

[@fsugrad03]

Nice first flight, Marcus. Having to not fumble with my fun has improved the flying experience. I'm looking forward to the MA2 integration.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you DeMarco! Yep, I'm thinking we made a good purchase. 👍👍👍

[@pieincLockPicking88]

If you buy your smart controller with your Mavic to zoom/Pro in the smart controller bundle it does come with the charging brick. Honestly super surprised they don’t send one with the controller

[@MARKE911]

I got DJI Mavric Pro 2 with Smart Controller and fly more pack. last month. Still haven’t used it yet. I been using DJI free online tutorial with my controller to get the hang of it. Still nervous as this is my 1st drone. Thanks for sharing and all information I can learn is good.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It's a great product. You'll enjoy it!

[@JOONEOR]

When you finally do it, and realize how absolutely easy it is, you will wish you had earlier. It is so easy. It's mind blowing.

[@thomashoggren1327]

Hi Marcus. Nice video. I love the smartcontroller :) I bought the mavic 2 zoom with the charging rack for 4 batteries. In that charger you have a usb connection for charging the controller. Charges real fast.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! I'll check it out. 👍

[@RDsRCReviews]

These controllers are so nice!!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Ryan! It really makes a difference in the bright sun.

[@sequoiasemperviren3163]

I did a quick Google search on how to fix the horizon. Top choice was a short youtube video titled: "How to Level/Fix Horizons during drone flight". There's a gimbal adjustment in the settings where you can adjust the roll or yaw as necessary to flatten out the horizon while in flight.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, I'll check it out. 👍

[@rapid13]

Happened during my first flight with my MA2 and my iPhone 8. I fly with no case and a sunshade now, it helps some.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, the iPhones are bright, but when they heat up, it becomes a problem.. 👍

[@Time2FLYAlDiaz]

congrats! on your purchase Marcus. I love flying with SC

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Al! it is a big improvement.

[@hobo1000]

Nice Marcus. The horizon looked pretty good at the end of your video.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, it did straighten out. 👍

[@IchySacFPV]

Hello Marcus, great video as usual. F.Y.I you do not have to short press and long press the power button to turn on. Just press and hold power button and it comes on/off. One more thing Philly is right, flip down the antenna, it uses the flat side of the antenna for best transmission.. Welcome to the smart controller...Stay safe my friend..😎 One more note...when on you can short press the power button to put the screen to sleep or wake up....Enjoy !

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Sam. I knew about the antennas, I just wasn't paying attention here. I appreciate the tips. 👍

[@dr.ijeziedesbois]

Will any fast charger work? Like a Samsung Adaptive Fast Charger or must it be DJI fast charger and cord?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I ordered a generic fast charger from Amazon, and it worked great, so I suspect your Samsung charger would be fine.

[@dr.ijeziedesbois]

@@IdahoQuadcopter Thanks! If you have time and don't mind, please post the link

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@dr.ijeziedesbois This is the one that I purchased. amzn.to/3mGUJgc

[@craigwflys]

Can't you use the fast charger that came with your Mini Fly More Combo?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I tried it, but it didn't work. 🤷‍♂️

[@noname6568]

My question is, when the ffa get done with their updates, and drone flying grounds all our drones who fly for a hobby .

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I have not heard what the final rule will be.

[@EZETechnRC]

Great video! But when flying you might want to face your antennas down so the flat part is facing your Quadcopter...

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you.

[@bowlpusher]

Very informative. Thank you for posting. Cheers from Detroit.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you for watching!

[@DroneShots81]

Where from you bought the strap attachment for the smart controller please?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm sorry, I do not remember where I got that setup.

[@bluegrassdroneguy3495]

Hey it’s good you showed all the updates and things it’s doing 👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, I agree, the details are important.

[@bluegrassdroneguy3495]

Yep my iPhone does same thing should I purchase SC? I have the M2pro and P4v2

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

The Smart Controller would work great for both of your drones. 👍

[@mjwarch]

Dale, I have both of those DJI drones; it works great with them and soon it’ll work with my Air2 as well. 3 drones with the same controller and very easy and fast to switch between them.

[@southcoast2008]

Hi Marcus. I noticed a few observations. You only have to do 1 long press on the controller to turn it on. Your antenna needs to be turned down 90 degrees for best signal to the drone. During your sport mode I could see that the obstacle avoidance sensors were showing green front and back so it was still flying in P mode. All sensors should show red in Sports mode, that is why you could not get the speed you should have got. Just switch the speed switch back to P mode and then move it back again to sport mode. Many thanks for the video, most enjoyable indeed. Keep well and take care. Dave from South Africa.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you. Yes, all of your observations are spot on! I neglected to turn on the mode switch in the app, so was not really in sport mode. Thank you again!

[@ageranger1541]

All my updates are done over Wi-Fi, very fast. I find it very useful when I need to get in the air fast, like when a hot air balloon was flying over the house and i ran outside and up it goes in a very short time.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I agree, that's one of the advantages. Quick in the air!

[@rayatlast]

AGE RANGER put up a video

[@bluegrassdroneguy3495]

Solid Review Marcus thank you

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you!!

[@dhansel4835]

It's been several years but I just purchased the DJI Mavic 2 Zoom smart controller. I have seen a number of unboxing videos of people getting theirs and they would get in the box a USB-C cable and a Power Adaptor. When I got mine last week there wasn't a power adaptor. DJI told me they don't include it. It seems when you pay this much for a Smart Controller you could at least put in a $5.00 power adaptor wouldn't you ?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I agree, they should include it. 👍

[@derekpask3633]

I'm missing things, the smart controller came out designed operate both Mavic Air 2 and mini 2 so I got one. Is it me, or have you missed out all the models in-between and gone with a smart controller for 2 zoom?. My one came with a fast charger, how ever I did find if it was plugged into a multi block with others, it did not work. It has to be in the live socket by itself. hope that helps.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Derek. I ended up selling my Smart Controller. Ultimately, I was frustrated by the slow touch screen.

[@bordersdroneseekers]

Great video Marcus

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Brian!

[@timelord528hertz]

Cheers man this controller rocks

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! I do like the bright screen!

[@scjewing]

Good one Marcus. Congrats on getting the Smart controller. Seems to be the way forward for chargers on things. Apple and Samsung are omitting the charger from the next phone releases. I use a 65w plug with power delivery through USB-C and that works seriously quick on everything from phone to laptop. The missing lanyard clip on new DJI controllers is a mystery. Maybe they sell so many it save the company significant amounts on costs. Stay safe and fly well my friend. Catch you Monday night.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Stephen! I guess we need to stock up on chargers. 🙃

[@brianmccartan7650]

I would love to see you try a dolly zoom with the Mavic zoom. I believe you would slowly zoom in while backing up or vice versa. If you ever get an opportunity that would be awesome

[@JonzoGonzo]

How do I setup my DJI smart remote for the DJI Flight Simulator?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I don't know.

[@larryedwards5703]

Question for Idaho Quadcopter: I just purchased the DJI Smart controller and Mavic 2 Pro. I have a SanDisk SD card 128gb Extreme Pro. Tell me if you will if the following procedure is correct. I would "NOT" put the SD card into the aircraft but would insert it in the Smart Controller instead. I would receive my videos and photos transmission "from the aircraft straight to the controller's internal storage..." Is that right? From the controller's internal storage I would transfer to the SD card and keep my files there. Is this the right procedure and right line of thinking? What do I need to do to make this happen? Can you give me very easy steps to follow like a,b,c or 1,2,3?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

The SD Card in the controller will only record the lower res files transmitted from the drone. You need to tell the controller to save to the SD card rather than internal memory. You will still need an SD card in the drone to record hi res video. 👍

[@larryedwards5703]

@@IdahoQuadcopter So do not put the SD card in the controller?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@larryedwards5703 Yes, I save the controller files to an SD card in the controller.

[@larryedwards5703]

@@IdahoQuadcopter Sorry I am not understanding. Are you saying I need one sd card in the aircraft and a second SD card in the controller?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@larryedwards5703 That's how I do it. 👍

[@Ian_MacGregor]

Been doing some serious research on getting this so I can live stream with the HMDI port, but I’m still wondering one thing.. forgive me if you didn’t mention in your video, I skipped around a bit because it’s such a long video. But is the dial on the right side a continuous pull/push exactly like the left side, or is it more of a single click like on the Phantom 4 series?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you. Both dials are continuous, no detents. 👍

[@tbjr50thomas]

When I got my Smart Controller it came with the Fast Charger in the box. Good video 👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! Evidently they quit including the charger. 🤷‍♂️

[@jekjr1957]

@@IdahoQuadcopter I got one today and it had the charger in the box.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@jekjr1957 Yep, no charger with mine. I ordered a fast charger from Amazon.

[@mikehrenak1390]

Waiting for that new smart controller can’t wait air2 s army out

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Oh wow, is there a new Smart Controller?

[@mikehrenak1390]

@@IdahoQuadcopter I’m just hoping for one soon for my 2s or do I go for a triple trek ? Have a great day Marcus air2 s army out

[@Matanumi]

Haha funny one ended up coming out that was cheaper and worked with the air2s

[@barrytill9578]

Love the smart controller and eagerly await the long promised on update to include mavic air 2, on the last two updates I’ve done the smart controller has lost connection with the drones camera on powering up, had to reset to factory and reload fresh update, I don’t think I’m alone with this problem. I use a hard shell cover for the controller with sticks attached made by pgytech and a backpack by Anbee which has a foam insert which has cutouts for the complete setup. Love your shows. Maybe the helix didn’t work because of lack of contrast with the tower and the background?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! Yes, I suspect you're right about the helix. It did seem to reacquire it though at the end.

[@TaniaGail]

This is interesting. Looking forward to it being compatible with the MA2

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Tania! It will be great when it works with the MA2. 👍

[@heypinto]

Marcus, I noticed when you switch to sport mode a message came up which you apparently missed which said that “Sport Mode” has to be enabled in the main control or something like that. That’s why your Mavic would Not go over 30 mph. I don’t no how to enable sport mode, do you think you could figure it out and let everyone know. Thanks Ken

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Ken. You are exactly right. I had neglected to enable flight modes in the app. 👍

[@d.hansel854]

I wish they would make a battery eliminator or APU...( Auxiliary Power Unit) You could plug this into the wall and make all your ajustments and calibrations without having to run your battery down.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, it sure is a power hog.

[@PredatorIndiaTango]

Smart Controller is very nice , but has a big defect , don't have a belt for standard. Nice review Marcus, very good job 👍👍👍🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@trainsandthings]

on amazon they sell a very nice hard case that holds your mavic 2 zoom and your smart controller without taking off the control sticks and all the accessories very reasonable priced, case is made by RLSOCO

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you, I'll check it out. 👍

[@av8r1837]

I had the same horizon issue with my Mavic 2 Zoom, I hope an imu And gimbal calibration will fix it.. do need something other than the phone what do you think about the christalsky? It’s cheaper.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I've used the Crystal Sky before. It does work well. 👍

[@martinkeane4707]

I use the smart controller with my magic 2 zoom.in order to fly in sport and tripod modes you have to enable them.thats why your speed wasn’t as fast as you thought it would be.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, I forgot about that. Thank you!

[@dougbell5950]

Contrary to your prediction in your introduction, I think you stayed out in the sun quite a bit, all in the name of 'science'. Thanks for taking the hit for us❗❗ Looks like you have yourself a winner with your new controller, and you deserve it. Congratulations. Use it in good health. Until next time.👍👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you Doug! For many people, one of the highlights of the smart controller is the bright display screen. I wanted to make sure I showed that feature. 👍

[@bluegrassdroneguy3495]

Will the fast charger that comes with new iPad Pro charge it faster? Is it USB C or ?

[@bluegrassdroneguy3495]

Nevermind I asked before you showed USB A/C

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I ended up buying a fast charger on Amazon.

[@garyb4819]

Idaho Quadcopter Marcus, if you bought the one with built in cord for 22.00, it will take 5 plus hours to charge with it.

[@garyb4819]

Dale, I have the iPad Pro 10.5 and a 12.9. Neither brick does it in anything under 8 hours.

[@bluegrassdroneguy3495]

Thanks for info Gary B

[@topixfromthetropix1674]

I wish that had been available all along. I bought a tablet at first but over the years, as the DJI app got bigger and would not run on a 2GB tablet. I replaced it with a 6 GB phone that works great, so I've had a Motorola phone, a Samsung phone, and a Samsung tablet, the total cost of which was more than $1,000. Have you seen those hats that have an umbrella on them? I find that is perfect for putting your controller in the shade without losing a control hand and might help with your overheating issues.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

This Smart Controller is bright, and solves a lot of problems for sure! Thank you!

[@ginolevino]

I have the same kitchen appliances lol.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Ha! Nice! 😎

[@AboveandBeyondGlobalDrones]

I had thought of getting one but with the Crystalsky and three different remotes already, it's hard to justify. Have you perfected the live streaming on this? DJI is misleading on several of there products (I'll stop there).

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Hi Jim, I never do live streaming from the field, (at least so far), so I wasn't to worried about that. Yes, I was dismayed that DJI does not include a fast charger with the controller. 👍

[@thefreightbroker1]

My intelligent flight mode icon doesn’t appear? Any ideas

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

That would be a function of the app, not the controller. As I recall in the Go 4 app you need to enable advanced functions in the settings menu. 👍

[@johngodfrey6455]

hi can you tell how you pic in pic like you and the drone pic on screen john nottingham uk

[@donb4138]

I just recently got the smart controller and plugged it into my computer, after about 3 hours I got frustrated since it only got to 50%, I plugged it in to thee provided charger. and the remaining 50% took about an hour

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Mine did not come with a charger.

[@RonaldBrown59]

It’s really a shame they didn’t include the fast charging brick with the refurbished unit. Or even give you the option of buying one. As far as the case is concerned, Mel showed me a case at SpinUp last year that held the Mavic 2 and the Smartcontoller with sticks still on. Great review , and this did seem to solve your problem of an over heating iPhone as your controller. And it was very easy to see the screen even looking at it from another screen.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Oh yes, the SC is a real winner in my book. Thank you Ron!

[@leonardoglesby1730]

I wonder how DJI is going to handle pairing the Smart Controller with the Air 2 which does not have a pairing button as found on the Mavic 2 (Zoom & Pro).

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm hoping we find out soon. 👍👍

[@airmanhawaii3565]

@@IdahoQuadcopter You use the same button that powers the MAV 2 on or off to pair. The button on top of the battery.

[@wavydavy4138]

hi marcus is it posible to load litchi on this.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I don't know. It would need to be side loaded.

[@garyb4819]

Marcus, I too just got the refurb sc from DJI store. I called them (I was mad) about selling me a 600.00 thing with no way to charge it. They gave me the any 2 amp charger will work bit. Took over 8 hours hours to charge from 46%. I ordered the one from Amazon that comes with the cord attached that claims to be as fast or faster than Orem. Took 5 hours. So I ordered another one that goes 12 volts, 2 amps and 24 watts (rather than 15) and it is 2coming in the morning. (13.00 rather than 22.00 on the first 5 hour one). I really like the simplicity and brightness of the SC but DJI should include a factory charger and neck strap attachments. It is not good business, if not dishonest, the way they are selling the refurb.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I agree, I see that they don't include a charger now even if you buy a new one.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@Lon Denard Wow, have a nice day Lon. By the way it doesn't fast charge on the drone charging brick.

[@garyb4819]

Idaho Quadcopter Lon, it doesn’t take a genius to figure out that charger was never made to work with the smart controller. It doesn’t begin to do the job. (I tried it the first thing). What’s the matter with you? Lol

[@TangentToWhat]

Getting into the weeds, love it.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

😎, yep, details, details. 👍

[@leffler2]

$750 for a proprietary transmitter? Maybe the RadioMaster TX 16s $149~(soon having touch screen enabled via BetaFlight) will add the DJI protocol? Wouldn’t that be a hoot? 8)

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It's not cheap, but it does work great. Thank you. 👍

[@tdrdronesebikesandscooters8377]

I was going to get one but I changed my mind because i have no intention of getting a mavic 2

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Honestly Bryan, I bought it on their promise of making it available for the Mavic Air 2.

[@tdrdronesebikesandscooters8377]

Idaho Quadcopter Same here, if I would have bought it last month it still would be sitting in the box, always take these rumors with a grain of salt, they will make it work with the air 2 but when?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@tdrdronesebikesandscooters8377 Good point.

[@tdrdronesebikesandscooters8377]

@@IdahoQuadcopter I will save this video for when i get it, i won't have to read anything hahaha

[@CSDCHI]

Fast charger came with mine!

[@henrytong8707]

I just got this and i am having some Range issues with the DJI Smart controller on my Mavic 2 Pro. Over the same route, the stock controller gives me about 10% better range. is this normal?

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

They should be about the same. I do not know. 🤷‍♂️

[@donb4138]

I’ve heard this is a common issue

[@Greg_Pittman]

Nice Marcus, but to expensive for me. I'll just use a sunshade.👍👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I hear you Greg! I had to take a big breath before hitting that buy button. 👍

[@allangosling6134]

when your landing is not accurate try calibrate the IMU. The factory charge cable is indeed fast, phone DJI and see what they say about your cable.

[@DroneDaysgr]

Great controller but i think it's to expensive. Yes you don't have a phone 📱 to worry about but again 600$ allot of money 💰 for just a controller. I enjoyed your video you do an amazing job.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! Yes, it is very expensive. 👍

[@ageranger1541]

Ok last comment, you will know when you are charging it fast because the charging lights will cycle much faster with a fast charger hooked to it, when your are charging fast it will look like a disco.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you! I'll look for that.

[@JohnCuppi]

Wow. I’m absolutely shocked to hear about the charging situation for yours! Otherwise it seems like a nice remote. That ability to SEE the screen is just something I never get with my iPhone either. Still not feasible for me because of the price they’re asking for it though ...

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, it is expensive for sure. I bought a fast charger on Amazon, and it did the trick. Thank you John!

[@ageranger1541]

Welcome to the Smart controller club.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you!

[@chrisdavies589]

My dji smart controller came with a power adapter

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Others have told me the same thing. 🤷‍♂️

[@Northstar-Media]

You should not be having that problem with Top of the range Apple phone. Ipad or or tablet would be a more versatile option with bigger screen & hood . I would imagine any 3 amp usb charger will fast charge .

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, a 3 amp charger works well. 👍

[@noname6568]

What a qlair

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

It's not bad.

[@ageranger1541]

You know the Earth isn't flat. 😳

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Huh?

[@Matanumi]

If this was plentiful and more affordable it would've done so well....

[@richardrogers9182]

In the left corner hit the x button and then the recording box will go away

[@Piranhadrone]

I sent you an email for info on the oem smart controller charging brick .

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you!

[@jetmartin9501]

DJI's moto: Mo accessories, Mo money, Mo Profit. It's like the Osmo Pocket $300 for the camera and then another $150 in accessories to make it useful.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I ended up selling my pocket, but you are spot on. In the end, I was into it for about $500.

[@jetmartin9501]

Yep...DJI is beginning to annoy me with all of their expensive add-ons. I was thinking of getting a Osmo Mobile 3 rather than the Osmo Pocket and just using my phone for blogging. At least I get the Object/Face Tracking with the Mobile 3, so I'm not chained to a single spot and I can attach it to a full sized tripod without having to purchase yet another friggin add on accessory. The only challenge is the Audio. I may have to go with a wireless mic if I want real distance between me and my phone's camera. Do or did you have a Osmo Mobile 3? Do you use it?. I fly with a tablet so I don't need my phone for flying. I've also got a Osmo Action so that is another possibility...but I don't get object tracking with it. Oh and Fimi Palm is on sale for $159 at Bangood. Cheers

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@jetmartin9501 I have an Osmo Mobile 3 and really like it, for all the reasons you state. However, it can be problematic when you need your phone for something else.

[@jetmartin9501]

@@IdahoQuadcopter Thx...Yep I can see that. That to me is the major drawback but not having owned it I wasn't sure if it had other issues (e.g., draining your phone's battery in active track mode, etc.). I was asking Ken (originalDobo) and his only comment about the Osmo Mobile 3 was "It's a mess stay away from it". Of course he didn't elaborate beyond that. Hence my question. I've never heard anything bad about the Osmo Mobile 3 so I don't know what his problem was with it.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@jetmartin9501 The Mobile 3 has a huge battery in it. You can actually charge your phone battery with the gimbal if needed. 👍

[@GorillamansGarage]

I was looking forward to this one. WOW... OMG... $650USD ($875CDN) for a 5.5" screen. Would the DJI CrystalSky not do better? As you mention... about 3 flights on a full charge is not as good as the regular controller and factor in that its only good on select DJI products that, are limited to a very select few that could afford the entire upper DJI product line. Of which, no one would need the entire collection as a hobbyist... you'd be broke. I would have liked to have seen your iphone beside the controller to see live comparison of brightness. All in all... it does what it advertises it does but unless you have $8-10k to invest in the hobby... pretty unrealistic. I would recommend using an Android Tablet and a screen box over this stand alone propitiatory device. Funny enough... I've seen several owners use shades on these things as well. Sorry... not a wise investment (IJMO) but it takes videos like this to inject an eye opening"Reality Check". Thanks.. 👍👍👍

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, I was getting tired of my iphone heating up and not having FPV visibility. I agree, the smart controller is cost prohibitive.

[@chadgilmore5046]

DJI don't give you the fast charger the main part of the controller that is so stupid

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I agree. It should include the charger.

[@bluegrassdroneguy3495]

It would cost them an extra dollar Marcus

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yeah, they're in it for the $$$.

[@olmedaenrique]

Gee weee put it in the air already!

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Thank you.

[@suazzz3070]

Still too expensive for a controller that only can be used on a couple drones

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I agree, it's not cheap.

[@gerv55]

It's a good controller but realistically with how cheap touch screen panels of that size are it could easily be half the price and they'd still make money on it. But this is DJI so they slap a premium price on it. =/

[@charlesspidell1447]

It would have landed on it

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

The cell tower? Yeah. 😎

[@jetmartin9501]

Crooked horizon and no precision landing...WTH...not a good day for the MP2Zoom...It's in a state depression because it's little brother (MA2) has taken all of it's spotlight.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Yes, I've notice with the M2Z, it'll nail the landing if you stay out of the intelligent flight modes. That's just anecdotal, but it has been my experience. I need to do a gimbal calibration, and I suspect that will correct the horizon.

[@Steve53]

Marcus that looks like a lot of booze behind you 😳

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

Just decoration.

[@Steve53]

Marcus just kidding, and another great review, do you think they will include the Mavic Air2 in the list of drones that will connect to the smart controller?, stay safe Marcus we need you.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

@@Steve53 Thank you Steven. I am hoping the compatibility with the Mavic Air 2 arrives soon. 👍

[@Steve53]

Marcus hope to see that review on your channel soon.

[@barbarafossa6506]

It's all about the $$$ DJI knows you will pay for those products 😢

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

No doubt DJI is a for profit corporation. 👍

[@Matanumi]

The newer generation works better and is cheaper now

[@petertoxin5752]

i love my Typhoon H controller altho the prices were close im happy its not a DJI...great drones lousy company

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm glad you are enjoying your Typhoon. I've never flown one.

[@BirdWhisperer46]

In all the drone videos I watch, virtually everybody is flying standing up. Well, that's pure BS. I am 78 and been flying drones for 6 years now, and I have never done it standing up. I mean, why would you? It's stupid and unless you got one of them wierd hats, there is nowhere to set your drink. DUHH. If you must, take a light weight folding chair out with you when you fly.

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

More power to you. 👍 🙂

[@Matanumi]

..... does it matter?

[@jackkhach]

did you lose weight ?>

[@IdahoQuadcopter]

I'm working on it. Thank you! 👍

[@llindstad]

You dont want to use your phone as your RC period. Not because the phone heats up, bad lighing, messaging is a hazzel so forth. So why use 15 min explaining why you want an independent RC bothers me.