Mastering Cinematic Solo B-Roll with a Self-Flying Camera | HoverAir X1

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

Is this the future of solo filmmaking? Let me know below 👇🎥👌

[@MaeFilipinavlog]

It's so perfect for solo filming

[@leoxlife]

How can I buy

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

Hey@@leoxlife I've link it in the video description 👍

[@kimcheval1]

It has a memory card inside or you need your Phone to get the footage? And do you think it works with no internet? I am often in remote locations! I think I absolutly need one!!! I ride horses solo! So I need something really safe for not hurting them!!

[@Mera_mulk]

Seems like

[@ZeroZeroRobotics]

Hi from Zero Zero! What a fun creative way to introduce the HOVERAir X1 - we love seeing how people unleash their creativity. Next time you can try "Smart Control" too where you can launch different flight modes using gestures, and returning to follow (back or dolly track) in between! Cheers, Sarah from HOVERAir

[@PulpParadise]

Thank you for sending this to him to test. I've never seen such a drone before and this little thing is completely next level and far cheaper than the drone I was planning to buy.

[@ZeroSilence]

Want

[@robinguysharman]

Can this amazing little machine be set to follow my dog instead of following me?

[@SideQuestTravelVlogs]

Please add manual controls over water 🙏🙏

[@PhanRangBoy]

HeroHero, I truly love your product. For the next drone version, would you increase the time flying? Also, I think Micro SD slot is the best and don't mind about the size being bigger.

[@WORTHITORNOT]

I’ve been using the X1 for the past year and it’s great to get the look of a second cameraman with you and it’s still working great. Such a powerful little tool

[@WORTHITORNOT]

@@NubisKubis-gc9if In manual mode using the phone app yes

[@WORTHITORNOT]

@@NubisKubis-gc9if I don’t know, I have an iPhone, click his link and see if it does

[@yaviraj1022]

But it's too costly ! 470$

[@jmpersonal2402]

My Hover AIr X1 is my new buddy (Herbie) when I take photos/videos. They are great shots for me, enough to present my weird tales to my family. I learn something new every day. My stuff is purely for the grandkids but little Herbie Hover's quality does amaze me.

[@Maximilan20]

I don’t how to describe how AMAZING your videos are like SERIOUSLY dude. for such a pettit device it seems pretty much the real deal

[@TB_Production_aka_TB_76]

I've seen the Hoverair X1 drone demonstrated on many KZbin channels, and based on that, I thought it was a indifferent gadget. After seeing, what pretty amazing results, you were capable of getting out of it, and how well it performed in your rather extreme test, I must say, I'm now very impressed. Great tests, great video 😎

[@mountainbikingfortherestofus]

Geez, what a professional production. I have been playing with filming and editing for two years, and can tell you it is not easy, at all, to make videos this well. A+

[@chrispatriot]

I was glad to see you tie all the different modes into together and make a cinematic ending. Some people really need to see things tied together to full understand the level of value one gets out of this device. I just got mine this morning, and of course, the first thing I'm doing is "learning" and "gathering creative inspiration" from all the podcast producers out there like yourself. Thank you for showing off the HOVERAir X1, it is truly a great device!

[@Kevinfordsynthesizers]

I’m pretty much amazed. Beautiful work, technology and creativity working together.

[@hummerzdca]

Yeah, I’ve had one some several months now. It was pricy at first, but the more I used it, and found how easy and manageable its small frame, and easy to use made it a variable tool I;d never figured I’d have. Great post Mate!😊

[@WanderingYooper]

I think they gave that drone to the right guy to try it out! Nice sequence. Gives me some ideas to try out with that thing.

[@kenhaley5450]

Love the fact that you talked to it! Great video showing the possibilities of using this drone and you’re one of the few reviewers I’ve seen who talk about its manual mode for more creative footage.

[@HarleyGeezer1954]

My wife got me this for Christmas and it has made an enormous difference to my channel. I don't use it all the time but when I need another camera operator this does the triack.

[@GeoffMcDonald]

I'm impressed. Great video as usual - thanks. And that little drone is something I could go for with it's ease of use a real standout. I couldn't tell it was a self-flying camera. 👏👏👏

[@TheXanUser]

love the simplicity and ease of use as it is RN. But if and when they add the ability to also manually fly it with any kind of decent joystick controller as well, and this thing will become the swiss army knife of pocket drones.

[@Julieandysaceventures]

As someone who is not good at flying drones this could be the answer I have been looking for 😮

[@stefw0200]

That's a great video Steve. Most people looking for air /follow up shots on their vacations don't need more than the simple modes this mini drone offers. This is a completely new drone segment. So yes, please do a follow up video. How much noise does this little fellow produce, from how far can you hear it? I hope DJI will notice this missing product in their line-up and make one by themself - but with DJI 4k 10bit video quality. We're living in a great time now with all these new innovations for private video creation.

[@jonatanaugust6793]

This is amazing, I was just thinking of something like this recently and I see now it’s possible.

[@borntoscrap1]

As an Action Filmmaker and Stunt and Fight Choreographer, this is the FUTURE!!!! Great Video well done

[@kiraliu6953]

The best review video I've ever seen!!❤

[@Lito-r4n]

All i can say is a big WOW❤❤

[@farm_with_abraham]

No 1fan of steve (online video learning) i got 2k subs after implementing your filmmaking tips. Thanks Steve

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

This is amazing to hear! Well done on 2k subs and thanks for watching.

[@TheOldGeekGuy]

I bought one myself and can;t stop using it. I have an older Magic Pro but I haven;t used it in months. I'll use this one a lot. Thanks for a great video.

[@travelwiththehales]

I just purchased the HoverX1 and thank you for all the useful tips. I will be using them in my next outing.

[@daztastic147]

It’s a great product, extremely versatile and suitable for all user-levels.

[@we-love-hifi]

The best video about the Hoverair X1 so far! We got our X1 a few days ago and we will use ist on our trip to south tyrol.

[@epos_rising]

Cool video ! I noticed the X1 makes a high pitched annoying noise, i hope they fix this with the ProMax. Two questions: 1. Do crashes on trees affect the gimbal? It looks kind of exposed. 2. How fast can you charge one battery fully ,if you connect a PD powerbank to the hover charging hub ? 3. Does it detect well the hand gestures in low light or from a 5m distance ?

[@YTFPV]

This little drone is pretty amazing sure open a world of possibility for film maker specially when solo. Nice work

[@wnbkonahi]

Of all the reviews and demos of this product I've seen, yours IS THE BEST. Thank for your this.

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

Wow, thank you!

[@MinivanAdventuresUK]

Wow what a cool bit of kit and not as expensive as I would have expected. I definitely need to get one thanks Steve.

[@FussionParkour]

It's just what I need, it's difficult to make videos on your own and even more so when they're my style.

[@dream.lifestyle]

A DJI mini 4 pro is about AUD$1800 for a basic kit and HOVERAIR X1 is about AUD$399 for a basic kit too. Considering dollar value, functions and ease of use the HOVERAIR X1 blows DJI mini 4 out of the water. I am seriously considering buying a HOVERAIR X1 soon.

[@tcDetects]

I use the Hover for my YT channel, it's great for B roll but I also use it for the intros too as the audio sync feature on the drone/app is spectacular and I think pretty much unique! Thanks for the great video!

[@mississippiapple1078]

Thank you for sharing! Looks incredible

[@AnneJutras]

Wow! Amazing result! This little drone would be helpful for solo creator for sure!👍

[@newtongardener6417]

Absolutely brilliant. Thank you for showing us this brilliant drone. Great filming too.

[@ElevationDrone-RRinflight]

Great video, just got my HoverAir X1. I've been flying drones for 8yrs now and this is the easiest drone ever.. Time to create videos!!

[@jacktyler7599]

Fascinating. The kind of drone I would be likely be buy: simple to operate, small in size, protected props. I wish you would have demonstrated the storage and battery capacity limitations you had to accept, it would have made for a better review.

[@TaskSwitcherify]

If it had offset rotors, you could fold those "wings" unto/into themselves, saving so much space. Nice video, but it would be nice to start with the specs (flight time, resolution, memory).

[@Rohan7ish]

this is absolutely useful for outdoor enthusiastic people. such an excellent technology. it's a pocket rocket.

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

'Pocket Rocket' I love it :-)

[@JetSurfingNation]

Thanks! Did you try Hover X pro over water and for watersports with self following? Following with the beacon?

[@THE.MICHAEL.ANGELO]

How long is the battery life? That's the only thing not covered. Thanks.

[@AZGeek520]

Nice editing for the final clip. One thing to note is that you have to get the app for this drone -- otherwise there is no way to retrieve the video captured on the drone. I have 5 DJI drones as well as the Hover Air X1 and I use the Hover Air more than my DJI drones. Primarily due to increased restrictions on drones in the US, but also because I do a lot of motorcycle trips and the portability and speed of getting this into the air makes it my "go to" flying camera on my moto trips.

[@paranormalhunts9053]

I treated myself to this drone, I find it works really well. So easy to use and durable. Great video, you really got the best out of it.

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

This was easily the most fun i've had making a KZbin video which I think says a lot about the product. I'm really impressed with how easy it is to use and the way it can crash into things and still be ok 🙂

[@Comets-Media-zimbabwe]

​@@LearnOnlineVideohie Steve that's so amazing I'm Prowess I have been your student since 2022 . I wonder if u could tell me the price of this drone I like it

[@fastrax1949]

A very positve review indeed. I will stay postive by saying that downloading and editing is very easier as well unlike many other units. I use PC and the clips appear clearly listed and numbered. I still use (don't laugh) Windows Movie Maker and transfer is simple. I edit my running films to about 3 minutes trying to include all the modes and add free to use music. A great unit. But seems to be gradually going up in price. Bought the Combo at less than £400 but seen now much higher.

[@mradjamesable]

Epic - Got mine a few weeks ago and I love it.

[@RelaxRestAndNature]

Wow this is amazing!! I need one!! And the fact you can fly it manually too, perfect! Brilliant video as ever, thanks Steve! 😃✨

[@MHASANMARUF]

Honestly I had the idea of this drone around 2 years ago. But idea is not enough to turn it into reality. I call it companion drone on my term. It’s good to watch it into reality.

[@deerock6655]

Amazing, didn't know that this drone exists! Gonna buy it 💪😎✌️😊

[@sibertiger17]

Love the new music cues for each section! Got me grooving! Sounds like "The Bad Touch" by The Bloodhound Gang. Awesome!

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

Thanks! You're the first to notice 🙂

[@JuanRivasBeasley]

WOWWW!!!!! Absolutely amazing, Steve! Muchas gracias.

[@Svendus]

❤ you now got a filmman on your team thank You for a nice and professional Review 👍

[@RobertWildling]

Wow! What a beautiful landscape you have found there! Enchanting! - Thank you for this very informative and entertaining review and tips! Much appreciated! 🙂

[@lifetrail_hiking_mentoring]

Incredible! Though I will continue to enjoy hiking in pure peace, away from tech and the need to record it.

[@EPICHIKE]

Did you end up getting it? I also would want to use one for hiking.

[@jayrchoya5008]

As usual very impressive tutorial..bravo👏

[@GrumpyDrone]

This is the best review of this little drone that I have seen. Does it have any type of obstacle avoidance, or is it just the way you use and set it? It seems to do rather well between obstacles. Your editing is awesome as always.

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

Hey @Rob_Francis Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed this video. The HOVERAir X1 does not have obstacle avoidance but It can detect obstacles in its path, when it does it will simply stop moving or land. Even if it does crash though there is no damage (at least in my experience). I must have crashed it at least 20 times, usually when I crash a drone its gets expensive, either a properly breaks or I scratch a lens but this thing is much tougher.

[@GrumpyDrone]

@LearnOnlineVideo Thank you for your response. Just good to know. At least it's tough which makes up for it. Really enjoy your videos. Very informative info.

[@edwardtheodore1427]

Awesome sequence lovely matching dramtic music bed.

[@NaturErleber]

Hi, you create the best footage I've seen of the drone.... I'm thrilled with what can be done with this little thing.... Mine will arrive tomorrow and thanks to you I was able to see what's possible. .. thank you Marcus

[@yatriprasad]

Great cinematic shots. Learnt some good camera tricks. Thank you!

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

Thanks @yatriprasad, Glad you enjoyed it!

[@thegreatoutthere]

Looks perfect for the creator who has avoided the hassles of standard drones!

[@whippet71]

Amazing, 30 years ago that footage would have cost $30,000.

[@bluedeath4888]

What do i Think? ITS AWESOME! I'm getting one! Thank you!

[@lifepairedwithwine8286]

Wow! This is amazing!

[@PatrickGodwill]

hey Steve, i would like to know the name of the 2 sound effects that come at the beginning of the final 1 minute sequence

[@1209jayt]

Like it! But how? How can I make that drone to follow, to orbit..etc? By talking and saying or gestures? Thanks!

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

There are 5 flight presets, you just select which preset you want (orbit, follow or zoom for example) and the drone will take off and capture the shot. The drone also has gesture control which I didn't demonstrate in this video but will do in a follow up video. Hope this helps

[@1209jayt]

@@LearnOnlineVideo thank u! 🙏🏼

[@Leeroyz1]

Awesome video!!! Just what I’ve been looking for! A mixture of shots is key!

[@KudaVibes]

💥💥💥Amazing💥💥

[@pupandro1]

Very impressive! So impressive in fact that you've inspired me too try doing different shots and sequences with my Hover Air X1! Thank you for an excellent video!

[@alexanderhansen3232]

The moment they produce a 4K 60fps version, I will definitely get this! 👍

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

The new one comes out at the end of the year 🤞

[@SavannaBanana205]

Great video!! Does anyone know what kind of battery life this gets?

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

Hey @SavannaBanana205 Thanks! Each battery lasts around 11 minutes, and I have a total of 4, giving me 44 minutes of flight time. While 11 minutes might not seem like much for a battery, this isn't your traditional drone where you send it up for longer periods of time. With this drone, each shot takes around 60 seconds to capture. So, even with just 2 batteries, you should be able to get around 22 shots per shoot, which for most people should be enough. I'll be doing a follow-up video that covers anything I may have missed in this video, as there's still so much I'd like to test with this drone. If you have any requests, please let me know, and I'll be sure to include them! Thanks, Steve

[@overlandtowater]

WOW!........as an outdoors/overland channel do you know will this follow an object such as a boat or 4x4 instead of a person?

[@dexterbelmain589]

Looks perfect for an amateur beginner like me. In fact, I just ordered one

[@Pr3ppie]

Hi! I have a question, please. When in follow mode or dolly mode, how do I get the drone to fly back towards me and land safely on my hand?

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

When you hold your hand out, the drone will know that you want it to land so will fly towards you and land. You can also use gesture control to instruct the drone to land or perform different manoeuvres. For example, if you cross your arms above your head, this will signal the drone to land, or if you point to the right it will orbit to the right. Hope this helps.

[@Pr3ppie]

@@LearnOnlineVideo thank you so much for your reply! 💪🏻

[@DG-Vlogs]

This is really awesome stuff. Steve does this come under the same licensing requirements as sub 250g drones? I'm a wedding videographer and was wandering would something like this be even more portable than a DJI mini 4 pro just for some venue establishing shots. What are the limitations of it? Also I'd love to see you do a review and test of the DJI Osmo Pocket 3. 😊

[@DirSpeedTheCreativeHands]

I really like your video bro. You did amazing review and the shots are awesome. Much love from Malawi 🇲🇼, Africa

[@HATSANIBD]

Very Nice..Love it

[@wheretheroadtakesus523]

Wow! I think that little drone is amazing. As always love your videos, your a master at work. 📹

[@GrayCodeMedia]

Great video. I love all your videos. I’m here to learn more about photography and videography. Watching you work is awesome.

[@petucker548]

Excellent tech. Love mine. Got a clip on lavalier Mike. Thanks for your review.

[@2limbo]

Loved the final sequence.

[@mcvandee]

Sir.. i have couple question.. 1. If I take a video in a crowd of people, does the hover still follow 1st person or does it change direction? 2. Since this drone doesn't use GPS, in some places that don't allow drone flights, is hovering still prohibited? Thank you for ur answer..

[@LauraTryUK]

Good questions!

[@rev-you1975]

Great review. Great video. Really enjoyed it all. Device looks nice too.

[@bigsong]

It looks cool; however, my $300 DJI SE does the same thing with four cages installed around the blades, and Litchi software offers all five of the same features, including 2.7k resolution. Plus, I can steer it out about 1/4 mile over the ocean and get it back with one button push if I lose it anywhere on the horizon.

[@composedlight6850]

looks great --- what is the quality of the images and are they easy to match to a DJI mini 3 pro output ? How long does the battery last and does it return to home when power runs low ?

[@englishwithmaria]

Steve, you've made my day. What a beautiful video!

[@firstframemedia6747]

Its an excellent option for Independent film makers... But is 2.7Mega Pixel enough for Bigger screen?

[@epos_rising]

Cool video, well done! Can you set a 360 active track with the specific angle , height and distance you want continuously maintained ?

[@PlayNowWorkLater]

This is amazing!! I’m totally saving up for one of these suckers. Great video, as always. Love your hints and tips, and suggestions of what gear to use. This is a really nice affordable option for starting out and getting great footage

[@mazdaram226]

Love the concept, if it was £130-£160 then I’d buy it , really impressed with the review matey ..

[@LearnOnlineVideo]

Thanks. Ive had a few comments saying they think it is overpriced but hopefully it will get cheaper with the release of the new version at the end of the year. Glad you enjoyed the video :-)

[@WanderNars]

This drone is for me !

[@trybik871]

amazing😁 a perfect option for recording holiday memories

[@CruisintheNarrowRoad]

Wonderful video. I have been using my Hoverair x1 for several months now and I love it. I am a Moto vlogger and this drone is perfect for taking with me on my bike to get great footage.

[@irubuview]

How's the battery life

[@CruisintheNarrowRoad]

@@irubuview good. It lasts about ten minutes per battery. It is more than enough to shoot enough clips for my videos. I have two batteries and the charger.

[@Frombehindthelens]

Great edit and amazing piece of kit. Best wishes Graham 🇬🇧

[@Sodslaw24]

Did you have to use multiple batteries for the shots in this video, I’m very impressed interested in them but heard battery life is really short??

[@JonhyPrieto]

very good video! One question: were you charging the Deon's battery between takes? Or did its 8 minutes of autonomy give you for all the shots? thank you!

[@FunMiniVacations]

Might consider buying one.

[@Droneaway-72]

Very nicely done They can keep the Neo I have a mini mavic to do longer shots The x1 is perfect for me

[@bobbyboombeck]

What is the battery life like? Does it have batteries or does it recharge directly by plugging the unit in? How long does it take to charge? Thanks.

[@GuidoPopoli]

Impressive technology in the drone for sure, especially for such a small and relatively inexpensive package, but the video footage is a bit jerky, is that a frame rate issue or something else?

[@gemiciozgur]

incredible product