DJI launches ‘foldable’ drone that can be fitted into a rucksack, and travel 7km at up to 65 km/h
Costing HK$7,759, company claims Mavic Pro can be unfolded and airborne within a minute
Shenzhen-based DJI, the world’s largest drone maker, has launched a new portable model that is says folds down to the size of a water bottle.
The “Mavic Pro” has four folding arms and propellers, allowing it to be fitted into a backpack or handbag, the company said.
It claims the new device, which will cost from HK$7,759, can be unfolded and airborne within one minute. DJI’s flagship Phantom 4 drone retails for HK$9,299.
Research firm Teal Group predicts global sales of civilian drones will soar to US$10.9 billion by 2025, up from US$2.6 billion for this year.
DJI last week opened its first store in Hong Kong, its third outlet following earlier openings in Shenzhen and Seoul, as part of a retail push to reach Asian consumers.
The Mavic Pro’s launch comes a week after action camera maker GoPro unveiled its first drone, the “Karma”, which can also be collapsed for easy transport. It retails at HK$6,300.