YES, you CAN control the drone with only the beacon.. I've done it. The small "joysticks" on the beacon act as a normal Mode 2 joystick configuration. It's a bit slow to respond., however and is not the best way to control the drone, but it CAN be done.
I am from Zero Zero Technology. Your review is very good. Thank you. The best form of Beacon is to match it with JoyStick. People can control it with one hand or two hands, which adds a lot of fun.
The video is impressive and provides valuable insights. Well done 👏🏾. I have shared it with the Hoverair group chat in the hope that it will inspire them to make positive changes. It is important to note that the product is still in its early stages of development and may undergo further improvements.
Yes! I’ve had a recent firmware update that seems to have finally given me access to manual control from the Beacon - it’s still far more preferable using the app itself in terms of screen size, things you can change, and general control over the flight and recording - but it’s nice to finally feel like I have the option!
Thanks Cai. It’s interesting that you couldn’t use the little D pad on the Beacon to manually control the X1 Pro because the only time I tried it myself I could manually direct the drone! But I haven’t been able to use the Beacon microphone to record audio (the option in Beacon settings is greyed out). I can use the phone to record audio just like when I was flying my original X1 over the last 12 months. The Beacon needs a firmware update to both correct and expand some of the functionality IMO. I agree that currently the only practical use of the Beacon (without joysticks) for me as a cyclist, is to be able to look down to the screen and know it is following and on the odd occasion when you may need to use the return to home button because it’s gone wayward. I am a first a road cyclist and secondly a gravel cyclist and it’s on the country back roads, paths and gravel trails that I was using the original X1. It was just too slow when you’re doing 30++kph a lot of the time. During the week I’ve done a few local rides on paths and I can see how must faster the X1 Pro is - it can keep up easily and handle winds better. I’ll get out this weekend on some trails and give it more of a workout. vimeo.com/1018858431
Thanks for dropping by again, my friend. You and I have similar use cases, and we’re definitely agreed that the big hope here is increased functionality by way of firmware updates. Right now, it feels like we need some of the functions of the app to come across to the Beacon WITHOUT the joystick peripherals. I’m not sure I like the fact that the app feels like a more complete bit of software than what the beacon is running.
Thanks for your comment! Absolutely, I think this is the best combo to cover ALL bases. You get the power case, you get the joystick, and with the Beacon’s current firmware / capabilities, it’s hard to recommend it without the joystick.
originally I wanted to buy just cycling combo as I am not skiing (tried it only once or twice in my life with mixed results) and I also wanted joystick so I had changed my mind and ordered Skiing combo with extra handlebar mount as it was only 50dollars more expensive comparing to cycling combo with joystick (plus I got power case and 2 thermo batteries too). Best combo in my opinion (and it the same for both Pro and ProMax versions)
Thanks for the detailed video ! 11:45 - yep, bit of a "flaw" that you lose all control via the beacon once you're in "auto modes", guess you can still force an RTH though 13:10 - indeed, not very useful ! 14:41 - so you would have to hit "preview" before you take-off ? 14:44 - does it go back to beacon or to take-off point or to the person it's currently tracking ? 22:10 - You're supposed to be able to fly with the joysticks when the app is running so the Beacon would have to be connected to the Drone and then the beacon to the phone/app via the USB-C cable (on the joystick)
Hey bud - thanks for the comment - let me hit these the best I can! 1.) indeed. The most useful interaction you can have here is to stop / start rec with the beacon whilst in flight and force a RTH. 2.) nope 3.) you don’t have to hit ‘preview’ - the beacon will show the cam feed once you’ve sent the drone on its way, but either way the best you can do is ‘arm’ the drone from the beacon - not actually send it off, remotely. 4.) it’ll RTH if it has a subject tracked, BUT I’ve had experiences where it hasn’t picked me up on the initial ‘track’, I’ve moved off, and it just hovers in place - despite the fact it should be able to follow the beacon. 5.) I seeeee - well, fair enough. I guess I’m just disappointed that you can’t wirelessly use the beacon, app and drone together - having just one WiFi or BT connection between the three seems like a misstep (for now?).
@@cailife "3.) you don’t have to hit ‘preview’ - the beacon will show the cam feed once you’ve sent the drone on its way, but either way the best you can do is ‘arm’ the drone from the beacon - not actually send it off, remotely." But how do you go to preview once you're on that "Flying" screen you show in the video ?
@@cailife re point 4 - have yet to test it with beacon but it happens to be once that dron didn't pick me and just hovered on the place while I moved (in follow mode) re point 5 - drone is connected either to the phone or to the beacon. I couldn't make it to connect to both or to switch between connection "on the go". I had to close app or turn off the beacon and re-connect it again One of the best reviews I have seen so far
@muchanic there’re definitely still a ton of glitches even with a couple of firmware updates - I’m going to do an update review this week with reference to firmware updates but also the glitches and problems owners are having. Really appreciate the kind words re this video - means a lot!
18:40 the phone can be connected to the right joystick using a USB-C cable at the same time the beacon is connected to the drone. This way you can Smart Preview on the phone screen while the beacon is connected.
Hi Cai, cool clip. One question: If you're flying the drone in autonomous mode (Dolly Track), using the beacon for better connection, can you activate manual control on the app while the drone is in flight? I understood, that the beacon will lose connection to the drone. But it is possible to switch from beacon to app while the drone in in flight?
I’ve got the promax, beacon and joysticks! Not impressed at all! Same issues with the connection to the beacon and joysticks didn’t work not ever had the omni terrain thing connect and show as green! Burnt through a battery trying to get it to connect! Eventually managed to get the joysticks to work by using only one joysticks and the beacon, it didn’t connect easily in that set up, I then attached the other joystick and it had a bit of a moment but started working but by this time the battery was done! Been a DJI customer since the first Mavic had several other DJI models but I decided to try something else! Clearly that was a mistake as they’re a very long way off and to me this drone doesn’t work as advertised! Couldn’t connect to the drone is I had a weak phone signal? I mainly use drones where phone signal isn’t great so not being able to connect to download video or adjust settings is useless! The one thing that did impress me was the actual tracking straight out of the box with no beacon etc it worked very well but all the issues have put a massive downer on the whole experience! I have emailed hover air with a video of the joysticks not working, waiting to hear back!
Hey Rob - I hear you, brother. For those that have experienced issues (I’m one of those) it’s certainly at best a frustration and at worst can dent confidence in using what to many feels like a beta product. I’ve seen people say they’ve like beta testers for a pricey product, and I know there’ve been people that have struggled with customer service and resolution. As ever, I assume there are ALSO tons of customers who are happy and confident using their product but it seems that people are having different experiences with the same product, and that won’t help to instil confidence for this generation of drones or the next.
So i am using the follow me mode and ive seen that it tracks me well with it. When using the beacon I can use the follow me mode the same.....How do I know if its following the beacon and not just the standard follow me mode?
This is a really good question - I’m not sure I know the answer to this. Officially, the beacon uses their in-house-named ‘HoverLink’ tech to reinforce the tracking provided by the camera, that’s for sure.
Still did not receive my X1 ProMax Skiing Bundle with Beacon, but coming from Skydio 2+ maybe connecting beacon could work as follows: connect beacon to phone and then to X1 Pro. With my Skydio 2+ I have to fire up: first beacon, then phone, then drone. With Skydio 2+ the beacon works as “amplifier” for stronger ´"bondage" between phone and Skydio drone. Give it a try and search if beacon can be connected to the phone .................. or beacon needs to be connected to at least ONE RC-handle .................
Does it also come in pink? So what exactly does the beacon do? It has GPS right? Which means the HoverAir X1 Pro uses both optical tracking and follow-me at the same time. But then why not use the phone I wonder? The cheapest drones can have a perfect follow-me if programmed correctly. It's only a couple lines code. Unfortunately most drones do it wrong. That makes people believe GPS follow-me is inferior to optical tracking. It's not. It is different and it works completely different. Optical tracking, although a great feature, is not a replacement for follow-me. But perhaps a combination of optical and GPS follow-me simultaneously is not possible with an app and phone? Maybe you need a beacon? How does it work on the Skydio? Will it follow the phone? As long drone reviewers don't understand the difference between optical tracking and follow-me, it is hard to explain how exactly things combine. And why for example the phone can't be used as a beacon. Also there are different types of GPS follow-me; string, and compass. Basically string only follows from behind, while with compass type you can put the drone anywhere you want and it will stay north south east west relative to you. Very important is you can still use the sticks in tracking mode. And what you don't want is it flying back to where it took off as you are no longer there. Unless you can set it as an option. Anyway, thanks for the video. I'm not going to buy it. Maybe the Neo? But it gives me something to think about. Drone manufacturers can get it wrong. I mean they make a product and it all looks impressive. But often they themselves fail to understand how their product is used in real life. It's all about practicality. To prove my point, not a single person cycling around the world uses DJI's active-track. Ask them. They all fly their drone manually with the sticks. It quicker, simpler, more reliable, safer, and you get better shots. Maybe with the HoverAir X1 and Neo things will change?
Thanks for the comment! Sounds like you’ve got a few things to consider and they’re all genuinely relevant and important. Always pros and cons with any product, their USPs and mechanics!
Whatever you do, do not break a prop! There are no spares in the kit, and who knows how long to get a replacement! Someone on the X1 Pro Facebook group managed to break a prop and so far has been unable to get a new one! That is a massive fail as the Neo gets two spares in the kit, and spares are easy to buy.
Thanks for dropping in, Greg! This is all a very good point, and I mentioned this in my review video a few days ago - the lack of gimbal protection, the lack of a Care programme - I think a lot of us will total our X1s without any ability to keep that drone flying. I managed to fly mine into a bush the other day in orbit mode and have already got some scrapes!
@@19ab59this is the thing - the foldable form factor + it being able to keep up with runs and rides (although not fast descending) is too much of a game-winning combo to go with the Neo. Maybe after-market, third party solutions will come to light 🤔
@19ab59 The Neo in FPV manual mode has a top speed of 16 m/s or 57kph, it's funny how you defend the X1 pro with its limitations yet the Neo is "currently" slow in follow mode, however if enough people complain about its slow speed, all DJI have to do is fix the speed in a firmware update. Size wise, the Neo is shorter than the X1 its got much better camera protection, so to say the X1 fits better in your pocket is less important if you value not damaging the camera!
@@gregb1599 I never put the X1 I had in my jersey pocket. In kept it in a handlebar bag. I had a look at the Neo to check the size but believe me it's to "big" for my use. It would have cost a lot less money so I did have a good look at it. Asides from that the Pro is faster now. I hope for you and other DJI Neo lovers that many owners will "complain" It's not for me. I'm sure a aftermarket cover for the gimbal will come at some time.....
@@marco899can confirm that from my end, I get no manual control with the Beacon - that’s with various types of short and long presses on both buttons. I’ll put it down to inconsistent behaviour in terms of the firmware, and hope it just becomes universally available on the next release.
Not sure you know why people buy hover drone! If you need to manipulate all those parameters, buy a DJI. I bought hover x1 and pro because I want to press the button and they do the rest, no controller, record and done!
Thanks for your comment! Well, in fairness because it’s marketed as a legitimate feature of the product. My use case isn’t really to use it in manual - and since posting this there’ve been firmware updates that have given me control via the Beacon, even though I’m unlikely to use it much.
@@kolgax2064 yes we can demand both, but just like any economic lessons： resources are limited, but desires are unlimited. Zero zero is a new company, they need to deploy their limited resources to maximize their return. They still have bugs in the hoverair pro auto pilot, how do one expect them to cover all those manual control capabilities? We can wish for whatever we want, but if we stay with what we have now, I would focus hoverair drones in fully automated flights that they fully tested, and if I want more, I rather go buy a DJI drone to avoid the frustration and complaints.
YES, you CAN control the drone with only the beacon.. I've done it. The small "joysticks" on the beacon act as a normal Mode 2 joystick configuration. It's a bit slow to respond., however and is not the best way to control the drone, but it CAN be done.
I am from Zero Zero Technology. Your review is very good. Thank you. The best form of Beacon is to match it with JoyStick. People can control it with one hand or two hands, which adds a lot of fun.
Thanks for the info, and thanks for dropping in! On the whole, loving owning an X1 Pro so far ✅
@Maxmo_zerozero Can we take a picture with the beacon? Or just video? Thanks
The video is impressive and provides valuable insights. Well done 👏🏾.
I have shared it with the Hoverair group chat in the hope that it will inspire them to make positive changes. It is important to note that the product is still in its early stages of development and may undergo further improvements.
Thanks for the kind words, Ashley! I love this product and anything that helps to improve it is always a bonus ✅
I'm from U.S..i bought the Promax Cycle combo about a month ago ..cant wait to getting it & U cute😍🥰💕🔥😘
Yeeeeeeees I’m excited for you! It’s honestly such a great little drone - you’ll love it! 💜🫡
Great video, very informative. Thanks for sharing 👍🏾
Hey that means a lot, thanks for dropping in!
Cai, I didn't try it yet but you can also use a voice command to take off as I was told
Yes! I’ve had a recent firmware update that seems to have finally given me access to manual control from the Beacon - it’s still far more preferable using the app itself in terms of screen size, things you can change, and general control over the flight and recording - but it’s nice to finally feel like I have the option!
Thanks Cai. It’s interesting that you couldn’t use the little D pad on the Beacon to manually control the X1 Pro because the only time I tried it myself I could manually direct the drone! But I haven’t been able to use the Beacon microphone to record audio (the option in Beacon settings is greyed out). I can use the phone to record audio just like when I was flying my original X1 over the last 12 months.
The Beacon needs a firmware update to both correct and expand some of the functionality IMO.
I agree that currently the only practical use of the Beacon (without joysticks) for me as a cyclist, is to be able to look down to the screen and know it is following and on the odd occasion when you may need to use the return to home button because it’s gone wayward.
I am a first a road cyclist and secondly a gravel cyclist and it’s on the country back roads, paths and gravel trails that I was using the original X1. It was just too slow when you’re doing 30++kph a lot of the time. During the week I’ve done a few local rides on paths and I can see how must faster the X1 Pro is - it can keep up easily and handle winds better. I’ll get out this weekend on some trails and give it more of a workout.
vimeo.com/1018858431
Thanks for dropping by again, my friend. You and I have similar use cases, and we’re definitely agreed that the big hope here is increased functionality by way of firmware updates. Right now, it feels like we need some of the functions of the app to come across to the Beacon WITHOUT the joystick peripherals. I’m not sure I like the fact that the app feels like a more complete bit of software than what the beacon is running.
The one thing i miss on the beacon are the settings for nd filters - hdr mode - exposure. I hope this will come to the beacon
For sure - there’s definitely a ton of potential optimisation to come to take advantage of the tech and hardware
I ordered the skiing combo because it comes with the joystick. Makes manual flights a lot easier....well I hope so 😁
Thanks for your comment!
Absolutely, I think this is the best combo to cover ALL bases. You get the power case, you get the joystick, and with the Beacon’s current firmware / capabilities, it’s hard to recommend it without the joystick.
@@cailife Any updates so far Cai? I've seen some worrying video's from users who lost their drones. I received mine but am afraid to use it over water
originally I wanted to buy just cycling combo as I am not skiing (tried it only once or twice in my life with mixed results) and I also wanted joystick so I had changed my mind and ordered Skiing combo with extra handlebar mount as it was only 50dollars more expensive comparing to cycling combo with joystick (plus I got power case and 2 thermo batteries too). Best combo in my opinion (and it the same for both Pro and ProMax versions)
@@muchanic same for me, I don't ski but do a lot of bike riding 😁
Thanks for the detailed video !
11:45 - yep, bit of a "flaw" that you lose all control via the beacon once you're in "auto modes", guess you can still force an RTH though
13:10 - indeed, not very useful !
14:41 - so you would have to hit "preview" before you take-off ?
14:44 - does it go back to beacon or to take-off point or to the person it's currently tracking ?
22:10 - You're supposed to be able to fly with the joysticks when the app is running so the Beacon would have to be connected to the Drone and then the beacon to the phone/app via the USB-C cable (on the joystick)
Hey bud - thanks for the comment - let me hit these the best I can!
1.) indeed. The most useful interaction you can have here is to stop / start rec with the beacon whilst in flight and force a RTH.
2.) nope
3.) you don’t have to hit ‘preview’ - the beacon will show the cam feed once you’ve sent the drone on its way, but either way the best you can do is ‘arm’ the drone from the beacon - not actually send it off, remotely.
4.) it’ll RTH if it has a subject tracked, BUT I’ve had experiences where it hasn’t picked me up on the initial ‘track’, I’ve moved off, and it just hovers in place - despite the fact it should be able to follow the beacon.
5.) I seeeee - well, fair enough. I guess I’m just disappointed that you can’t wirelessly use the beacon, app and drone together - having just one WiFi or BT connection between the three seems like a misstep (for now?).
@@cailife "3.) you don’t have to hit ‘preview’ - the beacon will show the cam feed once you’ve sent the drone on its way, but either way the best you can do is ‘arm’ the drone from the beacon - not actually send it off, remotely."
But how do you go to preview once you're on that "Flying" screen you show in the video ?
@@cailife
re point 4 - have yet to test it with beacon but it happens to be once that dron didn't pick me and just hovered on the place while I moved (in follow mode)
re point 5 - drone is connected either to the phone or to the beacon. I couldn't make it to connect to both or to switch between connection "on the go". I had to close app or turn off the beacon and re-connect it again
One of the best reviews I have seen so far
@muchanic there’re definitely still a ton of glitches even with a couple of firmware updates - I’m going to do an update review this week with reference to firmware updates but also the glitches and problems owners are having.
Really appreciate the kind words re this video - means a lot!
hold both buttons on the beacon for a few seconds and it should allow you to control the drone from the beacon
Thanks pal - firmware update since I posted this seems to have enabled that!
18:40 the phone can be connected to the right joystick using a USB-C cable at the same time the beacon is connected to the drone. This way you can Smart Preview on the phone screen while the beacon is connected.
Suuuuuper helpful
Hi Cai, cool clip. One question: If you're flying the drone in autonomous mode (Dolly Track), using the beacon for better connection, can you activate manual control on the app while the drone is in flight? I understood, that the beacon will lose connection to the drone. But it is possible to switch from beacon to app while the drone in in flight?
I’ve got the promax, beacon and joysticks! Not impressed at all! Same issues with the connection to the beacon and joysticks didn’t work not ever had the omni terrain thing connect and show as green! Burnt through a battery trying to get it to connect! Eventually managed to get the joysticks to work by using only one joysticks and the beacon, it didn’t connect easily in that set up, I then attached the other joystick and it had a bit of a moment but started working but by this time the battery was done! Been a DJI customer since the first Mavic had several other DJI models but I decided to try something else! Clearly that was a mistake as they’re a very long way off and to me this drone doesn’t work as advertised! Couldn’t connect to the drone is I had a weak phone signal? I mainly use drones where phone signal isn’t great so not being able to connect to download video or adjust settings is useless! The one thing that did impress me was the actual tracking straight out of the box with no beacon etc it worked very well but all the issues have put a massive downer on the whole experience! I have emailed hover air with a video of the joysticks not working, waiting to hear back!
Hey Rob - I hear you, brother. For those that have experienced issues (I’m one of those) it’s certainly at best a frustration and at worst can dent confidence in using what to many feels like a beta product. I’ve seen people say they’ve like beta testers for a pricey product, and I know there’ve been people that have struggled with customer service and resolution. As ever, I assume there are ALSO tons of customers who are happy and confident using their product but it seems that people are having different experiences with the same product, and that won’t help to instil confidence for this generation of drones or the next.
I watched you other video, agree 100%! I’m not confident in using this anywhere with manual controls as it stands!
So i am using the follow me mode and ive seen that it tracks me well with it. When using the beacon I can use the follow me mode the same.....How do I know if its following the beacon and not just the standard follow me mode?
This is a really good question - I’m not sure I know the answer to this. Officially, the beacon uses their in-house-named ‘HoverLink’ tech to reinforce the tracking provided by the camera, that’s for sure.
take a walk with followme mode and then throw away the beacon 😂. will the drone follow the beacon or you.
Still did not receive my X1 ProMax Skiing Bundle with Beacon, but coming from Skydio 2+ maybe connecting beacon could work as follows: connect beacon to phone and then to X1 Pro. With my Skydio 2+ I have to fire up: first beacon, then phone, then drone. With Skydio 2+ the beacon works as “amplifier” for stronger ´"bondage" between phone and Skydio drone. Give it a try and search if beacon can be connected to the phone .................. or beacon needs to be connected to at least ONE RC-handle .................
This is a good shout - maybe it’s the combination or route of connectivity that’s the key. Thanks for the comment, super useful!
What happens if the signal is lost is there automatic return to home? Thanks
but you can get the drone to take off with the beacon via voice control I believe Zero Zero Robotics said that in one video.
Overall recommend?
Thanks for the comment! As a cyclist, overall recommend - I’d like to see either full manual functionality added to the naked beacon as is, though.
If i buy the basic version includes the beacon?
No, I’m afraid not! The beacon comes as a separate purchase or as part of the cycling or skiing bundle.
Does it also come in pink?
So what exactly does the beacon do? It has GPS right? Which means the HoverAir X1 Pro uses both optical tracking and follow-me at the same time. But then why not use the phone I wonder? The cheapest drones can have a perfect follow-me if programmed correctly. It's only a couple lines code. Unfortunately most drones do it wrong. That makes people believe GPS follow-me is inferior to optical tracking. It's not. It is different and it works completely different. Optical tracking, although a great feature, is not a replacement for follow-me.
But perhaps a combination of optical and GPS follow-me simultaneously is not possible with an app and phone? Maybe you need a beacon? How does it work on the Skydio? Will it follow the phone?
As long drone reviewers don't understand the difference between optical tracking and follow-me, it is hard to explain how exactly things combine. And why for example the phone can't be used as a beacon. Also there are different types of GPS follow-me; string, and compass. Basically string only follows from behind, while with compass type you can put the drone anywhere you want and it will stay north south east west relative to you.
Very important is you can still use the sticks in tracking mode. And what you don't want is it flying back to where it took off as you are no longer there. Unless you can set it as an option.
Anyway, thanks for the video. I'm not going to buy it. Maybe the Neo? But it gives me something to think about. Drone manufacturers can get it wrong. I mean they make a product and it all looks impressive. But often they themselves fail to understand how their product is used in real life. It's all about practicality. To prove my point, not a single person cycling around the world uses DJI's active-track. Ask them. They all fly their drone manually with the sticks. It quicker, simpler, more reliable, safer, and you get better shots. Maybe with the HoverAir X1 and Neo things will change?
Thanks for the comment! Sounds like you’ve got a few things to consider and they’re all genuinely relevant and important. Always pros and cons with any product, their USPs and mechanics!
Whatever you do, do not break a prop! There are no spares in the kit, and who knows how long to get a replacement! Someone on the X1 Pro Facebook group managed to break a prop and so far has been unable to get a new one! That is a massive fail as the Neo gets two spares in the kit, and spares are easy to buy.
Thanks for dropping in, Greg! This is all a very good point, and I mentioned this in my review video a few days ago - the lack of gimbal protection, the lack of a Care programme - I think a lot of us will total our X1s without any ability to keep that drone flying. I managed to fly mine into a bush the other day in orbit mode and have already got some scrapes!
@@gregb1599 if the Neo was faster and foldable I would have bought that one. For the previous X1 are spare props if I'm correct.
@@19ab59this is the thing - the foldable form factor + it being able to keep up with runs and rides (although not fast descending) is too much of a game-winning combo to go with the Neo.
Maybe after-market, third party solutions will come to light 🤔
@19ab59 The Neo in FPV manual mode has a top speed of 16 m/s or 57kph, it's funny how you defend the X1 pro with its limitations yet the Neo is "currently" slow in follow mode, however if enough people complain about its slow speed, all DJI have to do is fix the speed in a firmware update. Size wise, the Neo is shorter than the X1 its got much better camera protection, so to say the X1 fits better in your pocket is less important if you value not damaging the camera!
@@gregb1599 I never put the X1 I had in my jersey pocket. In kept it in a handlebar bag. I had a look at the Neo to check the size but believe me it's to "big" for my use. It would have cost a lot less money so I did have a good look at it. Asides from that the Pro is faster now. I hope for you and other DJI Neo lovers that many owners will "complain" It's not for me. I'm sure a aftermarket cover for the gimbal will come at some time.....
You can use the beacon for manual control. Press the function directional on the beacon
Thanks for dropping in!
Full control? In my experience, the Beacon won’t let me do anything apart from RTH without the joysticks.
@@cailife Yep, short press the directional button and you have manual control with the beacon
@@marco899can confirm that from my end, I get no manual control with the Beacon - that’s with various types of short and long presses on both buttons. I’ll put it down to inconsistent behaviour in terms of the firmware, and hope it just becomes universally available on the next release.
@@cailife th-cam.com/video/YsmBGLXjS-c/w-d-xo.html 1:38 min
@@cailife Yes,s full control, like Mode 2 joysticks.
Beacon and app are use WiFi to connect to drone , it’s not stable. It like a “fake” controller, i don’t use it , just buy drone alone is fine
I think this is a legitimate opinion - so far, not so good re the beacon
Not sure you know why people buy hover drone! If you need to manipulate all those parameters, buy a DJI. I bought hover x1 and pro because I want to press the button and they do the rest, no controller, record and done!
Thanks for your comment!
Well, in fairness because it’s marketed as a legitimate feature of the product. My use case isn’t really to use it in manual - and since posting this there’ve been firmware updates that have given me control via the Beacon, even though I’m unlikely to use it much.
Why can't we have both?
@@kolgax2064 yes we can demand both, but just like any economic lessons： resources are limited, but desires are unlimited. Zero zero is a new company, they need to deploy their limited resources to maximize their return. They still have bugs in the hoverair pro auto pilot, how do one expect them to cover all those manual control capabilities? We can wish for whatever we want, but if we stay with what we have now, I would focus hoverair drones in fully automated flights that they fully tested, and if I want more, I rather go buy a DJI drone to avoid the frustration and complaints.
I pressed thumbs down almost immediately. That much pink is just too much mate.
Aw it’s best not to get triggered by a colour, my guy - life’s too short!
This drone is junk. I'd rather have a Skydio drone instead.
Harsh take! I think it’s combination of video quality, form factor and ease of use puts it way above junk tier - but time will tell!
@@cailife he probably knows what he is talking about 😉
Not junk at all. I like mine
@@clintgoulet7572 I did sell my beacon and joysticks but still enjoy my X1 Pro for my bike rides. I've a DJI Mini 3 Pro for the other stuff.