Recent content by rward325

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    Can you have too many drones?

    I have an addictive personality. I tend to get in deep with whatever hobby I get into. I am an avid cyclist and let’s say I used to “collect” bicycles. In the cycling world we have an equation for what is the proper number of bicycles one should own. The equation n+1 represents this number. The...
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    How drones work

    I enjoyed it. Very well done. I’m looking forward to the series.
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    Thoughts about using an iPad 4 mini as a screen?

    After starting out with my LG Stylo 4 I got tired of squinting real fast. With a little homework I found there s a huge supply of used iPad minis out there. Through Best Buy I got a mini 4 WiFi + Cellular unlocked with 128gb for just over $300. I made sure it was A stock to insure it was as...
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    New in Indio, CA

    I’m a strict believer in forums. Why should I inflict pain upon myself when I can find someone who has already experienced it. I’m a member of a number of forums related to cars and racing. I’ve always loved photography and this is an amazing avenue to extend that love. Right now I’m doing a ton...
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    New in Indio, CA

    Just stared flying a Phantom 4 Pro a few weeks ago. Started flying some lesser known toy drones and got the bug. Bought my P4P used but in perfect condition. So much to learn with this drone. The photography aspect is what got me to go with the P4P. Have several friends that have been doing this...
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    Drone Pilots

    Is this really all of the people in SoCal flying drones? I’m in the Coachella Valley. The land of unlimited site lines!
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    P4 V2.0 coming and considering sale

    I just paid $700 for one with 2 batteries both with less than 20 charge cycles on them. That seems to be the average out there. I've seen the going for between $675 and $900. It took me about 3 weeks to finally purchase mine for the price I was willing to pay.
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    From the Coachella Valley

    Kind of new to this deal. I bought an inexpensive drone to start a few months back and learn a little. I just purchased a used P4P on ebay and an iPad mini 4 on the recommendations of the internet and a friend who flies. Picking up the iPad tomorrow and will fly the new drone this weekend. I am...