Xiaomi Mi Drone 4k - 393 euro including delivery

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Sending my anafi back to Amazon tomorrow. It's faulty and they are sending me a replacement.

padair

tedpan wrote: »

No idea, I checked last week and it's not available. Maybe Google have removed it temporarily? The apk is available if you search on Google.

I downloaded apk from web but when installing it was asking for weird rights, like overlay of other apps which is not right so deleted it. Drone is dead unless can find new app for it

tedpan

padair wrote:

I downloaded apk from web but when installing it was asking for weird rights, like overlay of other apps which is not right so deleted it. Drone is dead unless can find new app for it

Hmmm, that's annoying, hope it's back soon.

FYI, I've checked the permissions on the official app on my phone. It's nearly everything!
Call logs
Camera
Contacts
Location
Microphone
Storage
Telephone

If your apk is looking for those, I'm guessing it's correct.

padair

tedpan wrote: »

Hmmm, that's annoying, hope it's back soon.

FYI, I've checked the permissions on the official app on my phone. It's nearly everything!
Call logs
Camera
Contacts
Location
Microphone
Storage
Telephone

If your apk is looking for those, I'm guessing it's correct.

Thanks this is the list, size of app is 30 odd Meg, not sure it that is correct.

tedpan

padair wrote: »

Thanks this is the list, size of app is 30 odd Meg, not sure it that is correct.

Yep, that's the one. The below is the same version that I have installed.

https://m.apkpure.com/mi-drone/com.fimi.overseas.soul

I think it needs most if the permissions for tethering and transferring files etc.

So weird it's gone from the play store

bromley52

Get someone with the official app installed to use APK Extractor to copy it and share it.
As with side loading any app ensure you trust the source.

scottigael

tedpan wrote: »

Yep, that's the one. The below is the same version that I have installed.

https://m.apkpure.com/mi-drone/com.fimi.overseas.soul

I think it needs most if the permissions for tethering and transferring files etc.

So weird it's gone from the play store

Download it from the official website.

https://www.fimi.com/mi-drone-4k.html

tedpan

scottigael wrote:

Download it from the official website.

Nice one, I clicked the download link yesterday and it wasn't working! Thanks

padair

scottigael wrote: »

Download it from the official website.

https://www.fimi.com/mi-drone-4k.html

Cheers, didn't realize that they were now fimi.

padair

So, had a small accident
Drone decided from about 10-15 meters up to take a noise dive and drop onto the beach. Looked like one of motors or something stopped running as it did a fairly sharp corkscrew into the ground breaking camera gimbal. Or something put it off balance. On a lucky note , drone still flies.

Does anyone know if camera is repairable? Snaps attached

ozmo

padair wrote: »

So, had a small accident
Drone decided from about 10-15 meters up to take a noise dive and drop onto the beach. Looked like one of motors or something stopped running as it did a fairly sharp corkscrew into the ground breaking camera gimbal. Or something put it off balance. On a lucky note , drone still flies.

Does anyone know if camera is repairable? Snaps attached

Not sure would be worth it - you look like you have a missing shock rubber, broken bracket and cut ribbon cable - you will need at least a new ribbon cable as they cannot be repaired.

Could this be the ribbon?
https://www.banggood.com/Anti-Shake-Flex-Cable-4K-Camera-Gimbal-Cable-for-Xiaomi-RC-Quadcopter-Drone-Spare-Parts-p-1431597.html?rmmds=buy&ID=528185&cur_warehouse=CN


A whole new camera is going to be very pricey- not sure what model you have... here are two possibilities.

https://www.banggood.com/Xiaomi-Mi-Drone-RC-Quadcopter-Spare-Parts-4K-Gimbal-Camera-p-1174079.html?rmmds=buy&cur_warehouse=CN

https://www.banggood.com/Xiaomi-Mi-Drone-RC-Quadcopter-Spare-Parts-Gimbal-p-1131614.html?rmmds=buy&cur_warehouse=CN

tedpan

padair wrote:

So, had a small accident Drone decided from about 10-15 meters up to take a noise dive and drop onto the beach. Looked like one of motors or something stopped running as it did a fairly sharp corkscrew into the ground breaking camera gimbal. Or something put it off balance. On a lucky note , drone still flies.

Ah no disaster! Were you recording at the time, do you know what caused it?

Unfortunately you broke the most expensive part and it's not a simple fix

padair

tedpan wrote: »

Ah no disaster! Were you recording at the time, do you know what caused it?

Unfortunately you broke the most expensive part and it's not a simple fix

I was recording but the video is corrupt. I have the logs but can't do anything with them.

padair

tedpan wrote: »

Ah no disaster! Were you recording at the time, do you know what caused it?

Unfortunately you broke the most expensive part and it's not a simple fix

I was but the recording is corrupt.
I have flight logs but no idea how to look at them

Jester232

Drones haven't come down in price have they? link from OP is now 600 dollars.

I bought my DJI phantom 3 standard, linked in this forum about 3 years ago, for 445 euro.

padair

Jester232 wrote: »

Drones haven't come down in price have they? link from OP is now 600 dollars.

I bought my DJI phantom 3 standard, linked in this forum about 3 years ago, for 445 euro.

Afraid not.

Jester232

padair wrote: »

Afraid not.

Makes that bargain from euglobal all those years ago all the better

tedpan

padair wrote:

I was recording but the video is corrupt. I have the logs but can't do anything with them.

Ah god, that's terrible news. Really wish I could help you out, although I cant advise on repair

Northern Monkey

I can’t remember who it is but there was someone on here who had 2 (possibly 3) of these as they had crashed at least one. Might be worth trying them to see if they have a spare camera as part of the setup.

padair

Northern Monkey wrote: »

I can’t remember who it is but there was someone on here who had 2 (possibly 3) of these as they had crashed at least one. Might be worth trying them to see if they have a spare camera as part of the setup.

Cheers, I will have a look through the three to see if I can find person. Cheers for the heads up

Northern Monkey

padair wrote: »

Cheers, I will have a look through the three to see if I can find person. Cheers for the heads up

I had a look there and I think it Marigot have been KKV:

https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/member.php?u=135718

Mackzee

What's the best price on this now?

tedpan

Mackzee wrote:

What's the best price on this now?

Gearbest or banggood, around 415e on both sites..

Mackzee

tedpan wrote: »

Gearbest or banggood, around 415e on both sites..

Thanks.

Would you buy this or the Xiaomi Fimi X8

tedpan

Mackzee wrote:

Would you buy this or the Xiaomi Fimi X8

It really depends on if you want portability or not. The mi drone is huge, but incredibly stable in even strong wind. Video looks very similar. The Fimi is really impressive in terms of battery life and size, up to you I suppose..

Mackzee

tedpan wrote: »

It really depends on if you want portability or not. The mi drone is huge, but incredibly stable in even strong wind. Video looks very similar. The Fimi is really impressive in terms of battery life and size, up to you I suppose..

Thanks, is there other drones similar to the x8 for similar money?

tedpan

Mackzee wrote:

Thanks, is there other drones similar to the x8 for similar money?

Not really, it's in between a spark and a Mavic air/pro.

You could look at the Fimi a3 which is fantastic for the money, not as portable and only 1080p, but costs around 250e and has an integrated display.

Mackzee

tedpan wrote: »

Not really, it's in between a spark and a Mavic air/pro.

You could look at the Fimi a3 which is fantastic for the money, not as portable and only 1080p, but costs around 250e and has an integrated display.

Came across this on aliexpress, what do you think? Probably get caught by customs.

https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/ctdO8ZFa

tedpan

Mackzee wrote:

Came across this on aliexpress, what do you think? Probably get caught by customs.

Not bad as they're out of stock in most places. You're taking the risk with customs with gearbest and banggood too though.

ozmo

Mackzee wrote: »

What's the best price on this now?

Maybe keep an eye on adverts also - I've seen some good prices on Phantom 4's etc. - just hold out for one in perfect condition.

Debub

the stick looks great as well:

https://www.gearbest.com/rc-quadcopter-parts/pp_925110.html?wid=1433363

padair

Debub wrote: »

the stick looks great as well:

https://www.gearbest.com/rc-quadcopter-parts/pp_925110.html?wid=1433363

I have one available if anyone is looking for one. Camera is dead so no need for mine

padair

padair wrote: »

I have one available if anyone is looking for one. Camera is dead so no need for mine

If anyone is interested insome spare parts let me know

two battery's
controller
handheld attachment for camera
spare base with propellars

J_V_C

padair wrote: »

So, had a small accident
Drone decided from about 10-15 meters up to take a noise dive and drop onto the beach. Looked like one of motors or something stopped running as it did a fairly sharp corkscrew into the ground breaking camera gimbal. Or something put it off balance. On a lucky note , drone still flies.

Does anyone know if camera is repairable? Snaps attached

Alright there buddo,
I've had to repair this kind of break several times.
Looks like the ribbon connector is intact so you don't need to replace it. You will need a new gimbal arm. I'm currently awaiting another gimbal arm (it's a VERY common break) from AliExpress (it's an .ru domain so you'll need to translate)
The repair procedure is not for the faint of heart but very doable (many youtube vids on disassembly available).
On my 2nd drone now, replaced motors, gps module, compass module, ribbons, gimbal even swapped out the motherboard for a new one

Despair thee not, totally salvageable

Oh and uh yeh, props to Tedpan for putting me on to this beaut, never looked back.

Here is the part you need:
https://ru.aliexpress.com/item/Sky-Hawkeye-HM1315S-Quadcopter-Spare-Part-motor-blades/32489202122.html

aboarads231

I got those from tomtop

Lanshane

Hi all, just wondering if anyone has or knows of anywhere selling the 4k battery? My battery has become damaged and states through the app that it is not usable, even though all voltages are fine and battery level near 100%. Disappointing really especially as it's only had about 40 cycles and I would be careful not to discharge below 20%. Anyway, I've had a look on Gearbest and they are over €100 at the moment!!, plus the only shipping warehouse is 'HK4", or am I missing something! Am I likely to be hit with customs using this particular warehouse or has anyone been lucky? Many thanks

vargoo

Lanshane wrote: »

Hi all, just wondering if anyone has or knows of anywhere selling the 4k battery? My battery has become damaged and states through the app that it is not usable, even though all voltages are fine and battery level near 100%. Disappointing really especially as it's only had about 40 cycles and I would be careful not to discharge below 20%. Anyway, I've had a look on Gearbest and they are over €100 at the moment!!, plus the only shipping warehouse is 'HK4", or am I missing something! Am I likely to be hit with customs using this particular warehouse or has anyone been lucky? Many thanks

20%

JabbaTheHut

Lanshane wrote: »

Hi all, just wondering if anyone has or knows of anywhere selling the 4k battery? My battery has become damaged and states through the app that it is not usable, even though all voltages are fine and battery level near 100%. Disappointing really especially as it's only had about 40 cycles and I would be careful not to discharge below 20%. Anyway, I've had a look on Gearbest and they are over €100 at the moment!!, plus the only shipping warehouse is 'HK4", or am I missing something! Am I likely to be hit with customs using this particular warehouse or has anyone been lucky? Many thanks

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padair wrote: »

If anyone is interested insome spare parts let me know

two battery's
controller
handheld attachment for camera
spare base with propellars

Lanshane

JabbaTheHut wrote: »

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Yes thanks I had sent a PM to Padair. Just said I'd throw it out to the forum also....

ito

Here a happy owner of a FIMI X8 SE. If you have any questions, please ask me.

BKWDR

ito wrote: »

Here a happy owner of a FIMI X8 SE. If you have any questions, please ask me.

Have my fimi x8 in a box at home, awaiting sd card so I can fly it! Itching at me

What's your experience so far

ito

BKWDR wrote: »

Have my fimi x8 in a box at home, awaiting sd card so I can fly it! Itching at me

What's your experience so far

I have been flying it plenty of times. I had the 4K before and this one is far better. You can fit it inside a backpack.

Excellent battery life, good colors, easy to fly...

BKWDR

ito wrote: »

I have been flying it plenty of times. I had the 4K before and this one is far better. You can fit it inside a backpack.

Excellent battery life, good colors, easy to fly...

How it handle in winds for ya?

tedpan

ito wrote: »

Here a happy owner of a FIMI X8 SE. If you have any questions, please ask me.

Please share some video!

Rock Paper Scissors

ito wrote: »

I have been flying it plenty of times. I had the 4K before and this one is far better. You can fit it inside a backpack.

Excellent battery life, good colors, easy to fly...

Can you please post some video footage?

I was considering buy this drone but the initial reviews on YouTube were not very good.

Some of the negative feedback included a "blue tint" on the video that the drone produced and also the flight range not being as good as advertised.

But maybe firmware updates solved these issues?

Please share your experience with this drone

tedpan

ito wrote: »

Here a happy owner of a FIMI X8 SE. If you have any questions, please ask me.

Surely you got some footage this weekend?!?

tedpan

I was trawling through YouTube and found the Hubsan Zino 4k portable drone. It has impressive specs and costs around €250. Could be a decent option if you don't want to spend serious cash on a DJI..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlOnaWNe-98

Shefwedfan

Have one of these for sale if anyone interested? I posted on this thread ages ago, it was for bro who used 3-4 times and sat in box since

steven087

Shefwedfan wrote: »

Have one of these for sale if anyone interested? I posted on this thread ages ago, it was for bro who used 3-4 times and sat in box since

Pm

tedpan

ito wrote:

Here a happy owner of a FIMI X8 SE. If you have any questions, please ask me.

Seriously though, are you going to answer any questions?