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Direct Delivery: Video Captures Amazon Drone Slamming Into Apartment Building

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 22:45:00 +0000

Amazon's Prime Air delivery drone service is still rolling out nationwide, but a well-timed video has revealed that the company still has some bugs to work out.

UK Program Aims To Bring 3D-Printed Drones To The Battlefield

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Could the next wave of battlefield drones be built right beside the troops who use them? A UK experiment hints at a fast, flexible future for combat tech.

This Gadget Turns A Drone Into An Easy-To-Use Handheld Camera

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 01:45:00 +0000

The DJI Mini 4 Pro is an excellent choice for taking high-quality photographs from the air, but what about when you want to use its cameras without flying?

How China's 'Hurricane 3000' Microwave Weapon Drops Drones From The Air

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Sat, 24 Jan 2026 14:45:00 +0000

Drone swarms can quickly overwhelm defenses and are difficult to combat effectively, but China's new microwave system could be about to change that.

This City Claims To Be First In The US To Deploy New Police Drone

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 04:45:00 +0000

One U.S. city has retired its traditional police aircraft and replaced them with drones, including one the department says is the first of its kind.

This Student-Built Drone Could Help Solve America's Wildfire Problem

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 22:15:00 +0000

Wildfires spread fast, and early response matters. A student-led drone project shows how AI and automation could change how fires are detected.

Insurance Companies Are Using Drone Images To Cancel Customers' Policy Renewals

staff@slashgear.com (Patrick Phillips) — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:15:00 +0000

Commercial drone use by insurance companies is on the rise, with some homeowners reporting insurers are canceling policy renewals based on aerial photography.

This DIY Drone Just Shattered The Record For Fastest In The World

staff@slashgear.com (Rahul Srinivas) — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:15:00 +0000

Drones are becoming incredibly commonplace as useful tools, but they're still something raced by enthusiasts, and one racer just shattered a world record.

This Popular Drone Brand Is Now Officially Banned In The US (But There's A Catch)

staff@slashgear.com (Nadeem Sarwar) — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 18:13:39 +0000

Drones can be a vital tool for enthusiasts, businesses, and the government, but this popular brand has been banned in the U.S. Here's the scoop.

DJI Will No Longer Offer Support For These Drones - Is Yours One Of Them?

staff@slashgear.com (Shikhar Mehrotra) — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:45:00 +0000

DJI, popular drone maker, is discontinuing support for a number of its devices in the U.S. and meanwhile darker things may be on the horizon.

This Homemade Drone Can Theoretically Fly Forever

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 11:45:00 +0000

A drone's range or lack thereof can make or break it for many tasks. This homemade, solar-powered drone can technically stay in the air forever.

Here's One Way New York City's Fire Department Is Using Drones To Save Lives

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:15:00 +0000

Drones are versatile machines that are heavily utilized in military operations, but they've also been useful in hobbies and other industries.

The Next Wave Of Military Drones Could Be Mosquito-Sized And Stealthy

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sat, 08 Nov 2025 13:15:00 +0000

Defense developers are creating micro drones that can fly undetected, provide real-time intelligence, and potentially take on new roles in future conflicts.

The FCC Could Retroactively Ban These Legally-Sold Drones

staff@slashgear.com (Nadeem Sarwar) — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Recent proposals grant the FCC expanded powers with which to ban drones which were previously legally-sold, which could spell disaster for one maker.

China Has A New Laser Weapon It Claims Beats The US Navy's - Here's What It's For

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:35:00 +0000

As drones get more prolific on the battlefield, technology is being developed to counter it. Now, China is touting a new laser weapon system for this purpose.

Can You Shoot Down A Drone Over Your Property? Here's What The FAA Says

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 03:45:00 +0000

Most people just ignore drones flying around, but easily-annoyed gunowners might be tempted to shoot one down. However, the FAA might not like that.

The US Army Has A Looming Problem: Too Many Drones

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 22:15:00 +0000

The U.S. Army use drones for a variety of missions, including surveillance, reconnaissance, and intelligence. Some are small enough to throw like a football.

Germany Is Counting On This Tech To Solve Its Drone Problem

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:15:00 +0000

Germany is stepping up its counter-drone strategy, deploying cutting-edge air-defense tech and coordinated efforts between military and police forces.

These High-Tech Japanese Drones Have Just One Purpose - And It's Not What You Think

staff@slashgear.com (Patrick Phillips) — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 22:15:00 +0000

There are drones for all sorts of purposes these days, but these Japanese ones are built for agriculture, and they have one very specific job.

NASA's Dream Chaser Will Make Its 2026 Debut As A Free-Flying Spacecraft

staff@slashgear.com (Casey Cooper) — Sat, 18 Oct 2025 09:15:00 +0000

The Dream Chaser was meant to be NASA's replacement for the Space Shuttle and take supplies to the ISS, but its first test mission will be a free demo flight.