DJI, a Chinese-based technology company, got rid of its geofence software, which stopped people from flying drones over the White House, runways, power plants and during public emergencies.

The drone maker is removing software restraints that prevented its products from flying over restricted areas, ceding control to drone pilots.

DJI will no longer stop drones from flying over airports, wildfires, and the White House, passing the buck to US law enforcement to prevent some of the worst forms of drone misuse. Some are suggesting the curious timing of that decision is political,

The DJI Flip offers significantly longer battery life, providing up to 31 minutes of flight time. This extended duration allows for more creative flexibility and longer shooting sessions. The Neo has a shorter battery life, offering up to 18 minutes of flight time, which is more limiting but still sufficient for casual and beginner users.

I flew the new DJI Flip for a month and fell in love with its safety-first design, 48MP stills, 4K/60fps video capabilities, and its Star Wars-esque design.

Big news for drone enthusiasts! DJI has officially removed geofencing restrictions for US pilots, marking a major shift in drone flying regulations. Pilots will now have more freedom, with FAA-designated zones showing warnings instead of being auto-blocked.