NEW DJI RC 2 Controller Review - WHAT’S NEW? | DJI AIR 3 Tips & Tricks

[@TheDroneCreative]

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[@dalesmith7250]

Great video. The only thing I disagree with is that I don't think 700 nits is bright enough. I regularly need to shield the screen or try to find shade in order to sufficiently see what I'm doing, and that is with the brightness turned all the way up.

[@GoGetFree]

Exactly. One of the reasons I’m returning the RC 2 for the RC N2.

[@kristofeight9668]

That's the biggest problem with rc2, i have s22± and peak brightness 1200 nits for few minutes then goes down to constant 850 and im struggle to see something in bright sun, cant imagine rc2 with only 700 nits

[@dcc5049]

I agree. I live in Australia, and the screen is nowhere near bright enough on a good sunny day. I wish it was as bright as the screen on my S24. Otherwise, I'm happy with the controller

[@deeper4cheaper128]

One thing that you forgot (unless I missed it) is the new RC2 has an internal cooling fan that helps keeps the processor from slowing and screen from dimming.

[@dubayyuae8696]

and dimensions are different as well rc 1 cases don't fit

[@videodron2.0]

Hi Matthew, I'm watching many of your videos and I'm learning a lot. I love your way of teaching.. The mini 3 pro has no secrets for you 😄

[@StartLivingNow1963]

Thank You for the Great Comparison Between the Controllers🙂Watching from New Brunswick Canada🙂👍

[@TheDroneCreative]

Thanks for watching!

[@raspberrypiploy771]

Brilliant and informative as usual. I do feel that personally I am getting lost in all the DJI releases and then the compatibility issues, its great that they upgrade these items but I do feel they have these upgrades already but like the Apple iPhone model they drip feed to increase profits. I purchased the Osmo Action 3 (which is amazing) only to find that 2 months later the Osmo Action 4 was released. I just wish these big companies would try to facilitate better backwards compatibility, but in reality don't think that will happen.... its all about money it would seem 😞

[@SmartSamsung-u5h]

Now it is the osmo action 5 pro and DJI is working on osmo action 6 pro 😂 So what?? Enjoy what you have because technology and marketing are always on the move 😁

[@Robbe1984]

Gotta say, sold my mini 3 pro and bought the air 3. Been flying it for two days and I have to admit that I was a bit sceptical in terms of how much better it is compared to the mini 3 pro and boy il glad I did the swap. No signal loss at att in 3 km (flying in EU). The 3x zoom opens up the door for a lot of nice shots. However it's not perfect. A bit fiddly to put in the bag. You can't unbind the zoom scroll wheel so I've gotten a lot of accidental push. I get a constant notification that it can't update the fly-safe data even though I've done it already. I get an issue with it saying that I have to calibrate the controller and it doesn't work. And one thing that it does worse than the mini 3 pro is that it cuts the grass if you land in grass since the back-side sits very low. Battery time is awesome

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

All good to know.

[@SmartSamsung-u5h]

One year later what is your opinion on Air3??

[@Robbe1984]

@@SmartSamsung-u5h It's a pretty solid machine. Way better than the mini 3 or 4 pro but I would really like to have that 1" sensor that's providided in the Air 3S.

[@JimBailey]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. Have a great day. :)

[@TheDroneCreative]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@alexthebear]

Is it possible to use Air 3S + RC2 + Goggles 3 + some how connect another video device? Goggles or screen ? To have image in Goggles 3 and somewhere else for spectator.

[@auge1968]

Thanks for the good comparison. I have one question as I fail to find it with my RC2; Where does the RC2 save the screen recording, if you have entered a SD card? For me it always saves the screen recording at the internal storage of the RC2 and not at the SD card, even I defined the SD card as the storage to be used.

[@SkyMaus]

Im having the same scenario. Not sure why It will not stay set to the SD card even after formatting in the android settings.

[@SmartSamsung-u5h]

It is corrected after a firmware update 😎

[@supergeodotca]

I use the DJI RC with my Mini 3 Pro and sometimes transfer files to an SSD drive that I plug into the controller. Can this also be done with the RC2? Thanks for sharing.

[@DungarooTV]

Can I please ask if the fold-in antennas click into securely into place on the RC2 like the original RC for Mini 1 RC did? Mine just folds in leaving a tiny gap so they do get moved from position a little when in the carry bag. Thanks

[@Beth-El]

🤔💭 this controller also be able to be used with the mini 4 pro not just the air 3?

[@jeepy8067]

Mattheww, does losing the host port on the RC2 mean you can't plug in an external microphone anymore? You demonstrated this for recording commentaries a while back and I think you plugged a mic into the Host port. Thanks.

[@shsechas]

Good question! I have the RC and don't really do any live recordings, but I think I'm gonna pick up one of those cheap wireless mic's and have some fun narrating. Oh boy!

[@cmj0929]

1.25 speed, you’re welcome

[@thespiceislife2082]

I watch everything at 1.5

[@FernandoSantos76213]

Hello. Do you now why in photo at night with the 3x camera if we change the EV nothing append in the screen of the rc controller stay dark like with EV0.0?

[@Chief.Surveyor.AliQassim]

Is it possible to install Android applications in a smart CONTROL RC2 FOR AIR 3 DRONE like 3d survey apk?

[@emmanuelfrancis]

Can I use the USB-C port as a video out port to a video mixer using a USB-C to HDMI cable?

[@debeunproducties]

Hey Matthew do you think its possibel hardware wise that the rcpro is going to be compatible with the air 3

[@mlwz1082]

Exactly the video I was looking for, great job!! Just got my air 3 for the 2s and I'm lost in this remote 😂

[@debeunproducties]

Hey Matthew super video again gr hans

[@pureevoix]

Late comment, but how do you download footage from the drone's microsd straight to the RC2 controller's micro SD card, and not to the default onboard storage. It seems there is no option to have the shot footage go direct from the drone's micros sd to the microsd card slot on the RC2 controller. It would go to the smaller onboard storage as default and no way that i know of to change it to the RC2 controller's microsd card as the new/preferred/default way for future transfers. You will have to move the footage manually via RC2 controller menu to the microsd card and creates a few slow additional steps (bottleneck is transfer speeds and size of files to move over). :/. Anyone have any ideas or suggestions? Thanks in advance!

[@martinambler3774]

Hi Matthew. Great vid - again 👏. Is there an alternative for external mic?

[@ishvneet]

Hey Nice Video. Can we use a type c port as HDMI out for live display in large LEDs in RC N2 ?

[@KingKola_]

I came here for this too

[@useryggfdcc]

TIP: To extend the RC controller battery life, connect a long USB C cable to the controller charging port and to a backup battery caring it in their pocket. It also enables to use max screen brightness while the external battery pack keep charging the controller.

[@Blace5]

Thanks for the great tip!! I ordered the UGREEN 100W Portable Charger (from Amazon) and im just wondering. how about heat coming from both the portable charger and RC controller during charging mode... bearable??

[@useryggfdcc]

@@Blace5 Only an external power brick.

[@SkyMaus]

Oh wow

[@EfrenGregorio]

Hey TDC it's me again. Who always supporting and commenting to your video HAHA😅❤ 1st comment again and again and again ❤️

[@BrentCato001]

Hi! You’re my favorite drone guy, so I have a bit of news no other KZbinr has talked about. The RC 2 has HDMI out🎉. Just plug in a USB-C to HDMI and it auto mirrors the controller screen. I guess no one has tried because the original didn’t do it.

[@TheDroneCreative]

Good find - will give this a test!

[@unitedking11]

Hello Matthew, loving the content you make on drones and hope you keep it up! Are you planning to make more videos on the DJI Mavic 3 Pro?

[@TheDroneCreative]

Thank you! I am - I have a few Mavic 3 Pro videos coming soon!

[@unitedking11]

Perfect! Very excited, I didn't know half the places you record existed in Northern Ireland you make me want to get out and explore.

[@cristianzamoramiranda8889]

Can I install Pilot 2 or other app to photogrametry in that RC?

[@TylerMarletteNY]

can you use a external display like a ipad with the rc2?

[@tejasfitness3048]

When i cahrge my rc 2 controller fully chsrged and ket after 4 hour i saw its battery 93% its only 1 month old plz tell its norml or not??

[@Wiloran]

PLEASE help me in clearing up one point which is obviously of minor importance to many. My RC-1 controller disconnects the WiFi connection immediately after takeoff. Does the RC-2 do the same? I fly in an Enhanced Warning area which requires me to comply with certain condition and a WiFi connection is required for me to comply. The process of reconnecting to the internet after takeoff is time consuming and annoying. I therefore use an RC-N controller in preference. Any light on this matter would be greatly appreciated. Bill G, Canada.

[@TylerMarletteNY]

is the range the same with the RC-n2 and RC2? (USA)

[@gimpman1357]

How about the built in SPEAKER? Did they place it on the front and make it louder? Is there an earphone jack?

[@mudgyver5205]

As always, good stuff. Thanks for sharing.

[@MitchellRealty]

great video Thank you! I would love to see a video dedicated to using the DJI Air 3 for real estate video/photography. I only use my drone for real estate and I do find the videos very limited.

[@nguyencuong0406]

Can i export video livestream to bigger screen in dji rc2?

[@ldmndz4652]

New to drones..question..other videos mentioned something about "downloading" the mapped out "area" where you are most likely be flying around?..so you have to do this every time you want to fly?.I thought its like a GPS on cars..where it's active as you "go/fly"..the maps adjust and is already there for you on the go? kinds sucks nobody goes into more in depth in explaining this part..and actually showing the process of it all...guess everyone assumes people should know this already..haha ..appreciate some feedback..thank you

[@brendandornan2712]

New to drones here just bought the dji mini 3 over the weekend. Was planning on taking it to the giants causeway but i see on drone assist there is a yellow restriction box around it as its national trust land. Just woundering if its no fly or if you need permission to fly over the site

[@benmonson8655]

Curious to know how annoying/much your hands obscure the built-in screen?

[@fj1100mark]

As we have lost the host port, does the RC to have a built in microphone as the host port was used for plugging in the microphone to be able to record audio with your screen, recording or will the microphone work with the normal USB C

[@flightographist]

The hot topic seems to be audio for screen recorded narration. Some report the rhode works, it has it/s own power supply, but the non powered types do not ( movo etc.)

[@VideoPlanos]

Hi there, is it possible to do a clean OSD hdmi output, for example to use drone footage on a livestream?

[@javiervillalobos1924]

Why is the dji done company on the DOJ blacklist? I bought one, and couldn't download the app on my Galaxy phone. Is this drone safe to use???

[@ChrisMoody-q8t]

Hi, I've got the Mini 3 with the RC controller. After almost a year of flying I've suddenly lost all of the verbal warnings from the controller. It only beeps now and the voice prompts have all disappeared. Looking at the forums, a ton of people have had the same experience and it seems like an issue introduced after a firmware update. Have you come across this issue (yet) and, if so, have you found a solution. Cheers. Great channel by the way.

[@rodgerhunter1591]

What does this work with my air 2 s isn't going anywhere anytime soon I don't need a new drone every other year if ever I still fly my parrots anafi and bebop they work and fly just fine but I might be interested in this controller

[@anantstudiosoja]

Dji Drone Air 3 HDMI output... reply ?

[@Mr.MartinMD]

Great video as always, but almost none info about the Mini 3 Pro in this video, kinda clickbait put Mini 3 Pro in the title. But you still got my like, the info about the new controller is very well explaned. Cheers

[@cmelochick]

The RC2 controller also has a built in cooling fan and is less prone to overheating

[@Johncaig7279]

Can this RC2 allow mirroring to an alternative screen, either with an HDMI connection or an app loaded onto it as can be achieved with the RC Pro? For me this would be a deal breaker. Hopefully an hdmi connection can be achieved from the ‘C’ port as can be achieved from this port on the RC Pro.

[@Youno954]

I have the same question and that’s the only reason I am hesitant to get it. From what i found so far, you cannot use the USB for an external monitor. I hope this gets updated by a firmware update

[@Johncaig7279]

@@Youno954 I can’t see why it wouldn’t be.

[@gioman116]

You can also display on a bigger screen with type c to HDMI OUT

[@serkankizilay]

Thank’s

[@mikec4509]

I really enjoy your approach. I have learned a lot, and am still learning. I currently have a Mini 2 with the RC-N1 controller, and I use the Drone Mask 2. I am getting set to upgrade to the Mini 4 pro. I have to decide if I am going to get the RC-N2 or the RC 2 controller. If I get the RC 2 controller, I can't use my Drone Mask. The main reason I got the Drone Mask 2 was so I could see the screen of my phone in daylight. How does the screen on the RC 2 compare to a phone screen? If I stop using the Drone Mask, will I be able to use the RC 2 in bright sunlight, or will I be looking for a shady area to fly from again?

[@novax7176]

Love ur Videos

[@kinocchio]

How do we record audio when doing screen recordings with the rc2?

[@gerrykp]

Thanks for your great vids. I have learned so much from you. Suggestion, can you index your videos so we can jump to sections easily? 😊

[@Alfisti156]

Can I used the avata goggles to dji air 3?

[@Swissvistas-fz9ey]

I still fly the DJI Mini-2 with a DJI Smart Controller, and have never had any range or signal problems. The new DJI Mini 4 Pro is now on my list. A disturbing issue: the original Smart Controller was quite expensive, but DJI have rendered it obsolete as one cannot fly the Mini-3 or 4 with it. The new DJI RC Pro controller (quite expensive too) appears to have replaced the original now 4 year-old Smart Controller. Given that many updates are essentially software changes, I don't really see why the original Smart Controller could not receive a relevant Ocusync update to fly the Mini 3 and 4 drones. The financial loss because of the strongly sales oriented DJI hardware updates can be quite considerable: this needs to be considered carefully prior to any purchase from a longer term perspective. IMO, It makes no sense having to update all the gear every 3 years or so for some minor trickle-down improvements.

[@Wntrmute1]

Sorry to ask but I don't see anywhere in your list of recommended equipment the lanyard that you are using in this video. Sorry if I missed it in the list above but I thought I would ask. Thank you for any information and appreciate your videos!

[@Mr.Sky73]

Will this work on diji mini 2

[@herrlue3639]

If the port for the external Mic is gone, does that mean I can not record my voice anymore.????This would be really bad.

[@izzaniielachannel]

Thanks for sharing sir

[@miketheknife2]

Great channel !

[@MrPlaneTalk]

At 4:55, you talk about storing “screen recordings” to the SD card. FYI: ALL screen recordings are stored on internal storage and this cannot be changed as of 10/5/23. The screen recordings must be moved in the file system to the SD card as a second step. It is a pain. Even though the DJI FLY app allows changing storage between the internal and the SD card, “screen recording” files are still stored internally. (Side note, audio can be recorded with screen recording file by attaching a USB-C mic to controller port, or a wireless mic with receiver attached to USB-C port. Handy for tutorials)

[@jacobstiltner2671]

As of the latest update you can now screen record directly to the SD card. Yay!

[@TasosFotakis]

Unfortunately screen recordings doesn't saved to sd card, only internal

[@_nanolens_]

Cool.. How is the Rc2 as compared to RcN2 though?

[@davidtaylor-garcia]

I watched all this just for him to tell me that it's not compatible with the Mini 3 Pro. Maybe lead off with that at the beginning of the video?

[@endriu19]

You didn't say one thing. RC 2 supports Display Port, so we can connect an external monitor or AR glasses.

[@johndean7734]

Would dji mini 3pro battery work in dji mini 3 how long air time it would be

[@herrlue3639]

Yes

[@mgmatiasoficial]

Why doesn't works in air 2s?

[@garynorris4648]

Excellent

[@adarshtripathy1047]

Whats the battery life of RC2

[@7777russ]

I cannot get the controller to screen record to the SD card, what is the secret? thank you.

[@vasilehertely]

Now is posible

[@BryantAvant]

I don't like how the screen is blocked by my hands. Also, my iPhone 15 Pro max is a bigger, brighter, smoother screen. So I like the N2.

[@justinandrews1803]

the best thing for me is you now live stream from the RC2

[@stefantrojer6135]

Top air 3❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@michaelanthonyvideos]

I have the original and my drone disconnects once in awhile.

[@LAP1050]

Hi Matthew, I believe Dji is loosing RC2 sales by making it compatible with the Air 3. Hopefully, as you mentioned, they will do a firmware update that will expand its compatibility to other products like the M3P. Thanks for the video 👍 Lou🇺🇸

[@kingisrael1532]

Why would they take away the host port from the controller or atleast make it a host port as well as transfering and charging all in one? Im sure thats possible. Your forced to voice record speaking directly to the controller?

[@shsechas]

Awesome comparison Matthew! We all know DJI has the tech to make a occusync 6.0 if they wanted too. But that would be bad for sales, and we would lose interest fast.

[@ChrisHarmon1]

These updates are fairly cutting edge. Nobody comes close to DJIs video range/quality for a reason.

[@TheJpeg44]

The worst thing is that the USB C used for an external mic has disappeared

[@MrPlaneTalk]

The existing USB-C port on the RC-2 DOES support USB-C mics and wireless USB-C receivers for screen recording.

[@martinambler3774]

Is there any alternative for external mic?

[@NickHarbornePhotography]

That's not compatible with any other drone is it ?

[@TheDroneCreative]

Currently only the Air 3 - hopefully we see some backward compatibility introduced down the line.

[@aeonbreak4728]

i know right. its ridiculous they want to push a new drone just to get the better controller

[@NickHarbornePhotography]

@aeonbreak4728 yep imagine how smart controller owners feel spending £800 for a better controller that won't even be able to fly this

[@ArbieBelgica]

👌👌👌

[@jetmartin9501]

The RC2 controller (at least with fly more combo) only comes with one pair of sticks whereas the RC1 controller with fly more combo evidently came with 2 sets of sticks. Hmm...wonder how much a pair of sticks cost DJI? I'm jussayin.... Also downsides of RC style controller. 1) Live maps aren't available with the RC controller (unless you tether the phone to the controller and turn the wifi back on everytime you fly...as the wifi is automatically turned off each time you take off). You have to download offline maps to the controller and you can only download and save map snippets that are ~3MB in size and that ONLY covers a 3mi X 2mi geographic area. That sucks. To get coverage of a metro area you'd have to navigate to the map area you want, download the file covering that area, optionally name it. If you want coverage of a decent size area (metro area) you'd have to download 100's of map snippets and store them on the controller. And the UI for the downloading maps is horrible...try zooming in and out to get the snippet that you want...the UI can do some strange things. It's not good. 2) As far as I know there is no capability to run 3rd party applications or upgrade to more recent versions of Android. Current OS version is based on Android 9. Since it is a "closed system".

[@TheJcGlobal]

Better rcn2 to add a tablet and stream video.

[@calvin14888]

700nits again? Very disappointing😢 But the RC2 should be available for the Mini 4 pro which had already leaked.

[@brandonleefilms-weddings]

The 700 nits is a no go for me…

[@coreygill219]

But still locked and no 3rd party apps

[@SPS_survivor]

I found that the RC with built in screen took longer to connect and I hate that the sticks are above the screen (bad design imo) - also if you’re using your phone with the standard RC you get updates straight away, and just put it in airplane mode whilst flying! Simple - anyone who still needs to use their phone/get texts etc whilst flying is irresponsible in my opinion

[@MrPlaneTalk]

Is that TRUE?! Host USB was removed?!! So no external mic for screen recording?!! Please tell me that’s not true. Why does dji always do this?

[@jesusgjchuza6491]

😎😎

[@j.p.8112]

You’ll have to excuse me, cause I was just listening to this in the background, but I heard 😮you say protecting your ports with a cover is not valuable but inconvenient, it’s easier to get. Is that your real opinion or what they pay you to say. Ports get full of dirt, leaves, grass, when I’m out in the woods, weather be 30 minutes five hours or all day. What I would not give to hear an honest review. They’ll give you that drone regardless.

[@j.p.8112]

I stopped listening to your review after that.

[@Misthibeta43]

Dream

[@daabomb114]

The controllers aren't backwards compatible which is total B.S with the mini 3 pro

[@TheDroneCreative]

Hopefully they add backwards compatibility soon!

[@daabomb114]

@@TheDroneCreative Money Talks I say people shouldn't buy the Drone and DJ I will listen

[@snowbaord]

i want to purchase but have no money

[@LuxLadyStudio]

No 700nits is not bright enough for every scenario !

[@kevinmoriartyphotors]

They removed the flap. That's enough for me. Most. Annoying. Flap. Ever.

[@TheDroneCreative]

😂

[@ronmarvicsin7709]

I don’t see alit of difference. They should have released them when I bought my drone. I can’t keep upgrading

[@abcd.youtour]

我

[@aeonbreak4728]

IT DOESNT WORK WITH THE MINI 3 PRO? what the hellll that is so dumbbbbbbbbbb. I dont want to buy a giant drone, I want the mini 3 pro but with the better controller that shouldve come from the start