{
  "id": 1962480,
  "title": "HoverAir’s ingenious self-flying drone can transform into a pocket gimbal camera — and unlike DJI, it just got FCC approval",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/hoverairs-ingenious-self-flying-drone-can-transform-into-a-pocket",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-19T15:30:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/cameras/drones/hoverairs-ingenious-self-flying-drone-can-transform-into-a-pocket-gimbal-camera-and-unlike-dji-it-just-got-fcc-approval"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "HoverAir has unveiled Versa, a groundbreaking 2-in-1 pocket gimbal camera and drone, marking the first of its kind in the market. Priced at $499, Versa can transform from a drone into a DJI Pocket-like gimbal camera, offering a unique combination of drone and camera capabilities. The FCC-approved device is set to launch on Indiegogo and debut at IFA in Berlin. Versa boasts impressive specs, including 4K video recording up to 60fps, 4K HDR at 30fps, 12MP photos, AI subject tracking, auto framing, a 14-minute flight time, and a maximum speed of 36km/h. With a weight of 230g, it falls under the beginner drone category and features a DJI Pocket-like OLED screen. While Versa may be pricier than DJI's offerings, its innovative design and features set it apart in the competitive drone market.",
  "summary": "HoverAir, makers of the original self-flying drone, have launched Versa on Indiegogo, and it's set for US availability. It's 3-axis gimbal camera shoots 4K 60p video with up to 17.5EV dynamic range",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Mashable",
        "title": "The HoverAir Versa camera-drone combo has dodged the FCC ban — meet the drone taking on DJI",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/the-hoverair-versa-camera-drone-combo-has-dodged-the-fcc-ban-meet-the",
        "published": "2026-08-19T14:25:13.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}