The Trump administration is banning new foreign-made drones, triggering pushback from both U.S. farmers and Chinese officials. The Federal Communications Commission says drones and critical parts made outside of the U.

U.S.-made drones lack the camera technology and affordability of DJI, making it difficult for cash-strapped police and fire departments to find suitable replacements.

UPDATE: Nov. 13, 2025, 6:21 p.m. EST DJI provided a statement to Mashable about the availability of the Neo 2. The article below has been updated to include this comment. Following an earlier launch in China, DJI launched a new follow-me style mini drone ...

DJI's made a gesture-controlled drone for vlogging rookies By Abhimanyu Ghoshal November 13, 2025 DJI's Neo 2 packs clever new features including gesture control, and specs that make it a whole lot more usable than its predecessor DJI View 6 Images

The FCC can now retroactively add brands to its banned list. DJI is facing a December ban in the US unless it gets clearance. You would be able to keep and fly existing devices. A potential ban on DJI devices in the US has been a threat for several years ...

Drones have become surprisingly easy to get in the last few years, but DJI’s newest Mini 5 Pro costs more than $700 before you even buy extra batteries and other necessary accessories. The Mini 3 costs about half as much as that flagship phone, but it has specs that are honestly all you need to take amazing aerial videos.