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The first DJI Osmo Pocket 4 image leaks suggest two big upgrades are on the way for our favorite vlogging camera

The first DJI Osmo Pocket 4 image leaks suggest two big upgrades are on the way for our favorite vlogging camera The first DJI Osmo Pocket 4 leaks have appeared We could get an extra sensor and an additional screen It's not clear when DJI's next gimbal camera might launch In our DJI Osmo Pocket 3 review , we gave the gimbal camera 4.5 stars out of 5, declaring it to be "class-leading". In fact, it still sits in top spot of our best vlogging cameras guide two years later, so expectations are high for the follow-up – and we've just spotted the first leaks for the DJI Osmo Pocket 4. Seasoned tipster @Quadro_News has posted a picture of what is described as a "Pocket 4 prototype", and we also have a couple of different images of the camera from well-known leaker Fixed Focus Digital as well. None of these pictures are of a particularly high quality, but they do give us some idea of how the design of the device might change this time around. It app...

Everyone is writing off the new wave of high-performance Chinese EVs – here's why that's a big mistake

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Everyone is writing off the new wave of high-performance Chinese EVs – here's why that's a big mistake It feels like only yesterday that the internet was abuzz with the news that Xiaomi – best known for its smartphones, watches and wearables – smashed the electric production car record at Germany’s infamous Nurburgring. The SU7 Ultra beat the formidable Porsche Taycan Turbo GT and the $2.5m Rimac Nevera, as well as shaming the Tesla Model S Plaid, itself a car that embarrassed many dedicated performance brands when it set a blistering time back in 2021. Now Yangwang has performed a similar feat, breaking an EV top speed record by hitting an eye-watering 293.54mph at the ATP test track in Germany. It beat previous records held by the Aspark Owl and the Rimac Nevera. Yup, another blow to the brand whose CEO is now head honcho at Bugatti. The fact that the Xiaomi SU7 bettered a Porsche Taycan Turbo GT on its very first lap around the Nurburgring is mildly embarrassing ...

ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from Apple's iPhone event teaser to a possible car theft threat

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ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from Apple's iPhone event teaser to a possible car theft threat This week Apple teased the iPhone 17 launch, and Flipepr Devices disputed claims its tech is helping people steal cars. To catch up on all this, and five more of the week's top tech news stories scroll down for the latest iteration of our weekly ICYMI recap. Next week is IFA and we're sure to see some big announcements there (perhaps even from Samsung) so be sure to check back for next recap in seven days. 7. Could Eternals tease doom for Doomsday? (Image credit: Disney/Marvel Studios) Eternals was the 2021 Marvel movie that instantly flopped, with fans and critics alike criticizing its rushed character development over a shorter runtime. In a new interview with Vanity Fair, director Chloe Zhao claimed having unlimited money and resources was “actually quite dangerous,” adding it prepared her for upcoming November release, Hamnet. But what if the sam...

More DJI Mini 5 Pro leaks suggest it will set the bar for ultra-lightweight drones, for a tantalizing price

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More DJI Mini 5 Pro leaks suggest it will set the bar for ultra-lightweight drones, for a tantalizing price Fly More Combo contents and Euro pricing seemingly unearthed Launch accessory list also revealed DJI Mini 5 Pro is expected to officially launch in September As the rumored DJI Mini 5 Pro launch looms ever closer, what was one a steady stream of leaks has become more like a raging torrent. This week has seen lots of interesting information spill out of the online rumor mill. For starters, there’s the emergence of a new video animation apparently showing the ultra-lightweight drone folding and unfolding, as posted on X (formely Twitter) by trusted drone tipster Jasper Ellens. Unexpectedly the #Mini5Pro #Flymore might cost exactly the same as the current #Mini4Pro. Also, this video was found in DJI Beta software today hinting on a mid-September release? Let's break down these leaks: https://t.co/UbE9bldXeV Cheers! pic.twitter.com/18r6QbuHCq August 26, 2025 Ellen...

DJI looks set to rival Insta360 again with new modular mini action cam – with price and features leaked ahead of upcoming launch

DJI looks set to rival Insta360 again with new modular mini action cam – with price and features leaked ahead of upcoming launch Leaked materials reveal first proper look of the rumored DJI Osmo Nano The mini modular action cam looks like an Insta360 Go 3S rival There will be two versions: 64GB and 128GB, with similar pricing to Go 3S It looks like DJI is set to go head to head with Insta360 once again, with rumors suggesting an Osmo Nano is on the way, hot on the heels of the excellent Insta360 Go Ultra . As a mini modular action cam, the Osmo Nano is a successor of sorts to DJI's Action 2 which was released in 2021, but fresh leaks reveal the new model's design and it looks like it has much more in common with Insta360's Go 3S , in fact, and less so the Go Ultra. DJI tipster Jasper Ellens has shared (and translated) on Drone XL what looks like a slide from a presentation deck for the Osmo Nano, which gives us the first clear look of the pill-shaped action cam, ...

Leica M11-V leak suggests controversial camera could be the cheapest M series yet

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Leica M11-V leak suggests controversial camera could be the cheapest M series yet Leica M11-V could be the most affordable M series model yet New leak claims it will have 64GB of internal storage and 60MP full-frame sensor Electronic viewfinder set to replace iconic rangefinder A new leak may have revealed the interesting features we can expect from the upcoming Leica M11-V – and has also seemingly confirmed that it will be the legendary manufacturer’s first M series model to come without the iconic rangefinder component. Leica Rumors has posted what appears to be a marketing information page about the rumored camera which, if genuine, supports previous claims that the M11-V would be replacing a rangefinder with an electronic viewfinder. This is likely to be a controversial decision among Leica aficionados – potentially the camera world’s most vocal, dedicated and opinionated fanbase. After all, the “Messsucher” (the German word for a combined rangefinder and viewfinder) is w...

Crowdfunding begins for the world's first 'water-born flying camera' – here's what you need to know about the HoverAir Aqua

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Crowdfunding begins for the world's first 'water-born flying camera' – here's what you need to know about the HoverAir Aqua HoverAir's crowdfunding campaign for Aqua drone now underway Self-flying watersports drone available for an early bird price of $999 Delivery of orders not expected until end of 2025 Zero Zero Robotics has today kicked off an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for its upcoming drone, the HoverAir Aqua , revealing new information about the fully waterproof flying camera. The campaign will be the only way to pre-order the drone currently, with backers able be able to secure their Aqua at a reduced price of $999 (around £739 / AU$1,543) – a saving of 40% on the projected full price of $1,399. There's bad news for watersports lovers itching to try out the self-flying waterproof camera, however: it won't be shipping until December 2025. The self-flying HoverAir Aqua is designed primarily for watersports use. (Image credit: Zer...

Insta360 Go Ultra vs Insta360 Go 3S: 4 reasons to upgrade (and 2 reasons to stick)

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Insta360 Go Ultra vs Insta360 Go 3S: 4 reasons to upgrade (and 2 reasons to stick) Insta360 has just announced the Go Ultra, its most advanced miniature action camera yet. With a new sensor and processing chip on board, the Go Ultra promises to outstrip all other tiny action cams on the market when it comes to image quality – including Insta360’s own Go 3S , released just last year. Up until now, the Insta360 Go 3S has been our favorite miniature action camera – and possibly the most fun camera available. Its minuscule size and weight allow it to get into spots other cameras – even other action cameras – simply can’t go, and it was the first model in the Go series able to capture 4K video. It’s a hard camera to beat, so how does the new Go Ultra top it? We’ve completed an in-depth Insta360 Go Ultra review and gone through the spec sheets with a fine-tooth comb to see where the differences lie – and determine why you might want to swap your Go 3S for a Go Ultra. Or not… @techra...

Another DJI rival bites the dust – Autel quits consumer drones, here’s what you need to know

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Another DJI rival bites the dust – Autel quits consumer drones, here’s what you need to know Autel Robotics ceasing support for Evo Nano and Evo Lite drones No further firmware updates or after-sales support Company to focus efforts on enterprise drones instead Despite DJI’s ongoing difficulties in the US market, it remains by far the biggest consumer drone maker in the world – and this week one of its main rivals has seemingly given up its attempts to compete. Chinese company Autel Robotics has joined the likes of Skydio, Parrot and GoPro in quitting the consumer drone market, retiring two of its product ranges: the Evo Nano and Evo Lite . Autel stopped marketing the drones (both of which were launched in late 2021) in mid-July; now only a few final Evo Lite+ bundles remain for sale on its website. In a blog post published on July 18, Autel announced, “we aim to concentrate resources to better serve our users and enhance product stability and competitiveness. As part of our...

I review drones for a living and I’m more excited about the DJI Mini 5 Pro than the Insta360 Antigravity A1 – here’s why

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I review drones for a living and I’m more excited about the DJI Mini 5 Pro than the Insta360 Antigravity A1 – here’s why Rumored Mini 5 Pro is latest model in DJI’s long-running ultra-light range Antigravity A1 is the world’s first all-in-one 360 video drone Both drones should be out by early 2026 Camera drone fans like me are really getting spoiled at the moment (well, perhaps not those that live in the US , but that’s for another time). Not only has newcomer Antigravity entered the market with its A1 , an entirely new type of drone, but online leaks and rumors strongly suggest that DJI is close to launching the Mini 5 Pro . As someone who reviews drones for a living, you’d probably assume, of these two, I’d be more excited about the Antigravity A1. After all, this is the world’s first 360 drone, and takes a completely different approach to video and photo creation. Plus, it’s piloted in a completely different way to most drones, utilizing the VR-style Goggles headset and one...

Insta360's Antigravity A1 drone has landed – here are 5 things you need to know about the world’s first 360 drone

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Insta360's Antigravity A1 drone has landed – here are 5 things you need to know about the world’s first 360 drone The Antigravity A1 drone has just been officially announced It can shoot 8K 360 footage with first-person flight The drone has a sub-250g weight for restriction-free flying Today sees the official announcement of the Antigravity A1 drone – and it’s a bit of a game-changer. Billed as the world’s first 360 drone, the A1 is a small, lightweight flying camera with similar 360-shooting skills to an Insta360 X5 . And no wonder, given that it’s been co-developed by Insta360. Our cameras editor Tim Coleman has already had some hands-on time with the drone, and you can read his initial Antigravity A1 impressions – but if you just want the straight need-to-know facts on the drone, we’ve assembled the key info below. 1. It’s the world’s first 360 drone (sort of) The DJI Osmo 360 proves that DJI knows how to make a superb 360-degree camera (Image credit: Antig...

New DJI Mini 5 Pro leak suggests it could be perfect travel drone thanks to these two features

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New DJI Mini 5 Pro leak suggests it could be perfect travel drone thanks to these two features A collection of new leaked DJI Mini 5 Pro photos has been released “C0” sticker suggests it will be the first sub-249g drone with a 1-inch sensor Battery appears to be the same as that used by DJI Mini 4 Pro and Mini 3 Pro A new set of leaked photos of the DJI Mini 5 Pro have arrived, bringing with them a whole heap of new information about the upcoming ultra-lightweight drone. Following on from the leaked render and specs that emerged earlier this month, this set of photos, shared on X (formerly Twitter) and DroneXL by trusted drone tipster Jasper Ellens, appear to show the actual drone itself from a variety of angles. Some exclusive new pictures from my friends today. Revealing multiple secrets on the #Mini5Pro. It seems DJI managed to pull off the unthinkable: a sub 249 gram #C0 consumer 1 inch camera drone. They actually made it happen! Cheers Jasperhttps://t.co/OOUwzGuLGC Au...

These 9 new cameras could still land in 2025, according to rumors – here's what to expect from Sony, GoPro and more

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These 9 new cameras could still land in 2025, according to rumors – here's what to expect from Sony, GoPro and more 2025 is shaping up to be a blockbuster year for camera fans, with the rumor mill churning out whispers of bold upgrades, surprise revivals and entirely new designs. From pro-grade flagships to pocketable powerhouses, manufacturers seem ready to flex every bit of innovation they’ve been holding back. Nikon, Canon, Sony, DJI, Insta360 – no corner of the market looks safe from a shake‑up. We’re talking faster bursts, smarter autofocus, bigger sensors and design overhauls that could redefine entire product lines. Some of these leaks feel almost too good to be true, but if even half of them land as expected, 2025’s second half could be one of the most exciting stretches in recent memory for stills shooters, content creators and serious filmmakers alike. Here’s a look at nine rumored cameras that might just steal the spotlight before the year is out – and why you shoul...

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