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Bought a drone

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by D-Lite, Oct 16, 2015.

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  1. D-Lite

    D-Lite Contributing Member

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    Guys, just got a DJI Phantom 3 Standard drone.

    Anybody with experience in this model or the advanced/professional model? If so, please recommend good websites for tutorials or tips.

    TIA
     
    #1 D-Lite, Oct 16, 2015
  2. HR Dept

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    Fun!!
     
    #2 HR Dept, Oct 16, 2015
  3. Newlin

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    I'm not sure what I would do with a drone. Seems like it would be fun for about one day, and then it goes to the closet.
     
    #3 Newlin, Oct 16, 2015
  4. heypartner

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    be careful. a friend of mine just experienced a fatal flaw. apparently some models are prone to shoot up into the sky to never return

    no kidding. you can google it

    our theory is the government has a mother ship drone that they will fly home too if called
     
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  5. chow_yun_fat

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    If you could install a firework shooting mechanism on it to attack people, it might be worth it.
     
    #5 chow_yun_fat, Oct 16, 2015
  6. RedRedemption

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    DJI Phantom is the best consumer drone on the market. This isn't your $40 toy from Toys R Us.
     
    #6 RedRedemption, Oct 16, 2015
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    Post naked pictures of your neighbors as soon as you get good shots, thanks.
     
    #7 Ottomaton, Oct 16, 2015
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    That or Skynet
     
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    heavy.
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  11. Mr. Brightside

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    If I had a personal drone, I would probably fly it to Africa.
     
    #11 Mr. Brightside, Oct 16, 2015
  12. Codman

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    Are they difficult to control?

    It looks like a fun hobby, but I think I'd crash it too soon.

    For those of you who have drones, are they challenging to get the hang of? Is it worthwhile investment?
     
    #12 Codman, Oct 16, 2015
  13. fallenphoenix

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    What makes it more fun?
     
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    I would be too worried about someone else damaging it for kicks...aren't they like 3 or 4k?
     
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  15. Codman

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    Same here.

    They're that much?

    That's enough for a hoopty for a high school/college kid. Crazy.

    I guess I'll watch the Youtube videos instead.
     
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  16. RedRedemption

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    Obviously fun is subjective, but its an amazing gadget.

    Footage captured on a DJI Phantom 3.
    <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/EI1d81vgq-Q?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
     
    #16 RedRedemption, Oct 16, 2015
  17. heypartner

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    Cameras and bigger payloads. Higher altitudes. GPS systems. Overall, more practical functionality and cool accessories and possibilities.

    Hell, I'm tempted to buy one just to help me out with traffic jams to fly ahead and tell me which lane is going the fastest.

    I also was not kidding about a flaw where they will just shoot up and disappear and never come back.
     
    #17 heypartner, Oct 16, 2015
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    Best practical use for drones yet. That and promotional ad videos, I guess. I kinda want to go to Harlan, KY on the low low now.
     
    #18 donkeypunch, Oct 16, 2015
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    #20 donkeypunch, Oct 16, 2015
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