Best Buy is your one-stop shopping spot for tech, music, appliances, gaming, movies and … drones. Yes, drones! The new Solo by 3DR is at Best Buy just in time for Father’s Day. The 3DR Solo Drone arrived in over 400 Best Buy stores this month. It’s the first-ever drone powered by two integrated Linux computers which makes capturing the perfect shot easy for anyone.
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This intelligent drone is he first to support full control of the GoPro cameras. It delivers live HD video wirelessly or through the controller’s HDMI port for live broadcasts. The 3DR Solo defines its own flight which leaves time for you to focus on the perfect capture of tiny baby hummingbirds in their nest or flowers on a mountain side that may be too difficult to hike to. Solo is built to maximize the GoPro experience.
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Enjoy an ergonomic controller built specifically for aerial photography. Its video game style design breaks from the clunky and complicated RC tradition, so it feels familiar, even to new pilots. And in keeping with the video game theme, the controller has a pause button that lets you stop Solo mid-flight any time.
Solo’s computers make flying easy for beginners and pros. Powerful satellite guided flight ensures Solo’s position is always accurate and Smart Shot modes keep Solo locked onto predetermined flight paths. It also has a great video game style controller for a feel familiar to most users. The controller features one-button, automatic flight controls. If you panic, don’t worry. The pause button lets you stop the Solo with the touch of a button.
There’s also a free downloadable full-featured mobile app for both iOS and Android. Choose between a live view from the camera and a satellite view of your selected shot.
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Pretty dang cool, right? But I think the most important thing is using this incredible little flying machine responsibly.
- Do not invade anyone’s privacy.
- Do not fly around moving vehicles.
- Do not try to sneak a peek at a concert or the like. Recently a musician was injured while swatting at a drone buzzing around his head while performing in concert. NOT cool!
- Absolutely do not fly around airports.
- Be a responsible drone owner. Think about what you’re doing before you take flight.
So … are you ready to fly? Get a free Solo Smart Battery ($149.99) when you purchase the 3DR Solo Drone. This offer is valid at Best Buy June 7, 2015 through July 11, 2015. The offer is only valid with the purchase of the 3DR Solo Drone SKU: 5351035. The Solo retails for $999.
The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
These look so cool! I want a GoPro so much and this would be a must have accessory for it.
Andrew says
This look like an awesome quadcopter! I love the live feed capabilities!
Ellen Christian says
That is really neat. My husband would have a blast using that!
Jennifer says
My husband is chomping at the bit for this. He’s a huge gadget guy. He’s got some really good ideas for what to do with it, actually.
Kelsey Apley says
These are so popular right now, I know a lot of tech savvy people who would love this!I think they would be fun to fly around!