It takes about the same amount of work to use as putting your phone into a selfie stick.
The HoverAir X1 self-flying camera is simple and user-friendly.
It takes off from your palm with one click, making it easy to capture moments on the go.
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It has 32GB of internal storage, eliminating the need for an SD card.
The Combo package includes an extra battery and a two-port charging hub.
The Combo Plus package includes three batteries in total and the two-port charger and retails for $519.
The HoverAir X1 self-flying camera is simple and user-friendly. It takes off from your palm with one click, making it easy to capture moments on the go. It has 32GB of internal storage, eliminating the need for an SD card.
It makes more sense if you think of the X1 as a camera.
HoverAir even calls it a self-flying camera.
When folded up, the HoverAir X1 fits in the palm of a hand.
The HoverAir X1 self-flying camera is simple and user-friendly. It takes off from your palm with one click, making it easy to capture moments on the go. It has 32GB of internal storage, eliminating the need for an SD card.
It might even fit in some back jeans pocket.
Its not much larger when unfolded either.
Because the 125-gram drone is so compact that its exempt from FAA regulations.
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You dont need to register it.
The squared-off plastic grille around the propellers acts as protection.
It can be handled by anyone.
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My 11-year-old started a flight session and landed it on her palm.
Thats at the heart of what makes the HoverAir X1 so good: its single purpose.
For example, you’re free to personalize how far out you want the zoom-out mode to travel.
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When its recording the front light turns red.
Although different events and times will call for the use of different modes, my favorite is the zoom-out.
Similarly, I liked the birds eye mode because I didnt have to call people over or disrupt anything.
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You could see its limits on a larger TV, but it still looked good to my eyes.
More impressive, however, was the image stabilization.
It held its own in flight and almost always looked smooth.
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Its a very small, lightweight gadget that can overcome a fair amount of breeze and wind.
If it does fail suddenly it might be hard to get it back.
HoverAir claims the X1 can track a subject and follow them at 15 miles per hour.
The flight time and overall battery life are the X1s biggest hurdles and most obvious downsides.
Be prepared to constantly charge the equipment or switch the battery out for a fresh one.
The short time sounds bad, but in my experience, it was still completely usable.
The overall length will depend on which modes you tend to use the most.
I would also recommend the dual charger as an accessory to highly consider.
Thankfully, carrying a second or third battery doesnt add much weight or size.
You might not even feel the extra accessories.
There is a USB-C port directly on the drone you’ve got the option to you for charging.
I used that method some, but I preferred the two-port charger.
Ive used it frequently to change flight paths and download videos.
Connecting to its Wi-Fi internet will download a 30-second video to your phone in a few seconds.
Theres 32GB of storage on board the X1 drone.
My first 36 videosroughly 30 to 90 seconds eachhave taken up about 4GB of storage.
Unlike the battery life, I just dont see a scenario where the amount of storage limits anything.
Should You Buy HoverAir X1?
TheHoverAir X1self-flying drone has quickly become one of my favorite gadgets that Ive used this year.
Its simplicity made it easy to use quickly, while its photography skills captured stunning perspectives.
The lingering downside is the short battery life.
You will want a second battery, if not more.
That raises the cost.
But Ive found a lot of enjoyment from using it with my family.
Its a versatile little flying machine.
