Flying with phone

[BayouBill]

No. This guy did though:

Thanks for this. I'll have to subscribe to this guy's channel - he will probably do so more testing. I tried flying with just the virtual screen joysticks and that was scary. But with a PS3 gamepad it is just like using an RC transmitter.

 

[merdok14]

I saw this post and thought I would ask it here. I am brand new and getting ready to pull the trigger on a P3P and I am wondering if my iPad will work. I have a 3rd generation 64GB iPad with wifi only. Can I fly the phantom with this or is it to old? Thanks.

 

[msinger]

I am wondering if my iPad will work. I have a 3rd generation 64GB iPad with wifi only.

It's too old. You should use an Apple device from this list.

 

[merdok14]

Thanks msinger, i figured it was too old. Looks like it will be the iPhone6S Plus.

 

[sandman259]

Nope. It's actually better since you have more flexibility.

Is there anything you think the phantom does better or that you like better about the phantom?


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[msinger]

The Phantom is a completely different aircraft in my mind. Here are some things I like about the Phantom though (in no special order):

• It's more comfortable to fly with a tablet
• Larger tablets can be attached to the remote controller
• It's possible to use phones/tablets that are in a case
• A sun shade can be attached to the remote controller when needed
  
• The sticks can be raised on the remote controller
• It's much easier to hand catch
• It sits higher off the ground
• There are more places to attach accessories (e.g. a tracker)
• The camera is semi protected by the landing gear
• The position of the mobile device cable does not feel awkward since it's never resting against your hand as you're holding the remote controller
• The remote controller battery lasts a lot longer

 

[sandman259]

The Phantom is a completely different aircraft in my mind. Here are some things I like about the Phantom though (in no special order):

• It's more comfortable to fly with a tablet
• Larger tablets can be attached to the remote controller
• It's possible to use phones/tablets that are in a case
• A sun shade can be attached to the remote controller when needed
  
• The sticks can be raised on the remote controller
• It's much easier to hand catch
• It sits higher off the ground
• There are more places to attach accessories (e.g. a tracker)
• The camera is semi protected by the landing gear
• The position of the mobile device cable does not feel awkward since it's never resting against your hand as you're holding the remote controller

Ok right on[emoji106]. Now what do you like better about the Mavic other then the small size?


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[msinger]

For the Mavic:

• It's very stable when hovering (equal or slightly steadier than the P4)
• The remote controller has a screen with flight details (handy if your mobile device stops working)
• Flight-wise, it can do everything the Phantom 4 can do
• The new flight modes make it easier to pull off shots that are hard to do manually (e.g. circling a moving target)
• Everything is smaller
• The prop locking system is better than the P4 (it doesn't look like it'll wear out)
• It's quieter than a Phantom
• The build quality is fantastic
• The batteries are less expensive and offer a similar flight time
• The range is better since it uses OcuSync

 

[sandman259]

For the Mavic:

• It's very stable when hovering (equal or slightly steadier than the P4)
• The remote controller has a screen with flight details (handy if your mobile device stops working)
• Flight-wise, it can do everything the Phantom 4 can do
• The new flight modes make it easier to pull off shots that are hard to do manually (e.g. circling a moving target)
• Everything is smaller
• The prop locking system is better than the P4 (it doesn't look like it'll wear out)
• It's quieter than a Phantom
• The build quality is fantastic
• The batteries are less expensive and offer a similar flight time
• The range is better since it uses OcuSync

Very cool...thanks Msinger....


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[sandman259]

Very cool...thanks Msinger....


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One more question Msinger....when you say set it to infinity and it's like the p4 then. What does that mean anyway? I don't know much about photography. How is this done? Something in the settings?


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[msinger]

Infinity focus means everything appears to be in focus no matter where the camera is pointed.

 

[sandman259]

Infinity focus means everything appears to be in focus no matter where the camera is pointed.

How do you set the mavic to infinity focus?


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[msinger]

Tap the sky.

 

[sandman259]

Tap the sky.

[emoji106]


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[Matchlock]

I guess it's each to his own though a I have absolutely no interest in the Mavic drone whatsoever. I like my Phantom 3 Pro and will stay with it.

Bud

 

[Not A Speck Of Cereal]

If I could change one thing, I wish the remote controller holder was thicker so it could hold a phone in a case.

There's a deal breaker right there.

 

[msinger]

Well, it's not the end of the world (for me anyhow). I have an OtterBox Symmetry case on my iPhone 7. Even though it does not slide into the remote controller handles, the remote controller holds it in place when I press the handles against the side of my iPhone. I might 3D print some adapters to hold my phone, but I'm wondering if that's going to be more hassle than it's worth since I'll have to remove them every time I folder up the remote controller.