If you’re in the market for a drone you need to check out the indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for the PlexiDrone ($699+). The PlexiDrone can snap together and be ready to fly in less than a minute. You can get the standard four prop configuration or you can go to 8 props. The additional propellers allow you to lift up to 3.1 lbs of cargo and tolerate much higher winds. It also comes with a cool looking hardshell backpack which carries everything you need to create awesome aerial films. Additional features include retractable landing gear, so you never have to worry about obstructions in your shot, a follow me feature, and a swarm features which allows you to control multiple drones with a single smartphone. I think I might pass out if one of these bad boys showed up on my christmas tree.
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