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Record stunning high-definition videos with this Parrot Bebop drone. Maneuver through the air for up to 25 minutes using the FreeFlight Pro app on a tablet or smartphone, and capture 1080p images with the 14-megapixel camera. A 300-meter range and built-in GPS make navigation easy, and the goggles included with this Parrot Bebop drone supply a real-time viewing experience.Fly Responsibly:Before takeoff, update all software and firmware, and read the instructions thoroughly.See the FAA website for registration requirements and information about flying a drone safely: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/. Additional state or local requirements may apply. Check your local jurisdiction. The following websites may help you make informed decisions about flying your drone: www.knowbeforeyoufly.org and www.modelaircraft.org.
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4
Super, nearly fool-proof, drone-flying experience
on June 21, 2017
Posted by: Jeff
Verified Purchase:Yes
I purchased this after trying out some cheaper models first. I wanted to get my crashes out of the way. But that really isn't an issue with this drone. Sure I have crashed it, due to trying some sketchy maneuvers or flying in bad windy conditions. But if I remove my hands from the controls it darn near flies itself.
Pros: The camera is a great quality. Not 4K, but that wasn't what I was looking for.
Return to home feature - If the drone loses connection with your viewing device (phone / tablet), the drone will return to home on its own. When you have a visual lock on it you can take over control (at any time really) and continue flying.
Comes with a flight plan, where you set up coords, and the follow me feature, which locks on to a target and follows it while doing some added maneuvers in this mode, such as 360 orbit and boomerang effect.
Return to home feature - If the drone loses connection with your viewing device (phone / tablet), the drone will return to home on its own. When you have a visual lock on it you can take over control (at any time really) and continue flying.
Comes with a flight plan, where you set up coords, and the follow me feature, which locks on to a target and follows it while doing some added maneuvers in this mode, such as 360 orbit and boomerang effect.
Cons: The added features are add-on, meaning they aren't free ($19.99 each). That kind of stinks, but I got them anyway.
I get a weird affect while watching back video. It occurs during rapid ascending or forward movement, but I don't seem to see it when going slower.
Repair parts are not cheap, but they can be found cheaper if you look around.
I get a weird affect while watching back video. It occurs during rapid ascending or forward movement, but I don't seem to see it when going slower.
Repair parts are not cheap, but they can be found cheaper if you look around.
All in all I really like this drone. I have had mine up to the maximum ceiling allowed by FAA (400 feet) and the views are amazing from almost anywhere I have decided to fly. I'll be taking it on my hikes this summer to get some footage from the mountains. Can't wait.
My Best Buy number: 2572993452
My Best Buy number: 2572993452
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Designed to hold up to a 14" laptop, this Targus Bex II TSS878 sleeve offers a protective main compartment for your device and a front cargo pocket for easy access to your charger and other go-to items. Reflective accents enhance visibility.
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5
Perfect Protection
on September 23, 2016
Posted by: Jeff
Verified Purchase:Yes
The Targus 14" sleeve is perfect. It protects my laptop very well. There is a nice pocket for thumb drives and a screen wipe cloth. I just went threw airport security and I have no concerns with placing my laptop into the airport bins while inside this sleeve. Very nice.
My Best Buy number: 2572993452
My Best Buy number: 2572993452
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience the versatility of this 14-inch Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga laptop. It converts to a tablet when needed, letting you navigate the touch screen with the included stylus, and the Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM run multiple programs smoothly. This Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga laptop has a 256GB solid-state drive for storage space and fast data retrieval.Easily change between four modes - laptop, stand, tablet, and tent - while your system automatically switches system settings and locks the keyboard in place. The secret: ThinkPad Yoga 14's unique design, improved hinge, and touchscreen display allow the screen to flip around 360 degrees - and even lay it flat - which means you can select the mode you use based on what you choose to do.Starting at a mere 4.2 lbs and 0.8" thin, ThinkPad Yoga 14 is ultraportable - it's perfect for productivity on the go. And with hours of battery life, you can go all day without recharging.
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4
Fantastic laptop
on September 23, 2016
Posted by: Jeff
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought the ThinkPad as a school laptop. I was looking at the Surface Pro, but the salesman mentioned this one. I love that it has a stylus, esp. one that charges itself upon returning to its holding place. Bending back the keyboard turns this into a tablet and also retracts the keys so there are no accidental keystrokes.
I would give it a five but for two reasons. Occasionally I have to return the keyboard to its home position because the program won't let me log in. That only happens with certain programs and not all the time.
The other issue is the stylus cursor moves off to the side of the screen. To fix this I just pull the stylus away from the screen and it resets.
This is a quality laptop / tablet. It's lightweight and perfect for the school environment. And it doesn't get hot because of the SSD, which is also very fast for boot up.
My Best Buy number: 2572993452
My Best Buy number: 2572993452
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Record stunning high-definition videos with this Parrot Bebop drone. Maneuver through the air for up to 25 minutes using the FreeFlight Pro app on a tablet or smartphone, and capture 1080p images with the 14-megapixel camera. A 300-meter range and built-in GPS make navigation easy, and the goggles included with this Parrot Bebop drone supply a real-time viewing experience.Fly Responsibly:Before takeoff, update all software and firmware, and read the instructions thoroughly.See the FAA website for registration requirements and information about flying a drone safely: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/. Additional state or local requirements may apply. Check your local jurisdiction. The following websites may help you make informed decisions about flying your drone: www.knowbeforeyoufly.org and www.modelaircraft.org.
Can I use any Galaxy Samsung phone with the Skycontroller 2 and FPV Glasses? another question!!! which tablet at a good price recommend to use with this parrot bebop 2?
I have the Samsung Galaxy S7 and it works with my phone. It fits nicely into the FPV or on the cradle of the Skycontroller 2. I also have a Samsung Galaxy tab3 10.1 that it works well with. I don't know if that is a good price according to your requirements, but it works well.
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