Articles by Adam Juniper, Managing Editor

With over 20 years of expertise as a tech journalist, Adam brings a wealth of knowledge across a vast number of product categories, including timelapse cameras, home security cameras, NVR cameras, photography books, webcams, 3D printers and 3D scanners, borescopes, radar detectors… and, above all, drones.

Adam is our resident expert on all aspects of camera drones and drone photography, from buying guides on the best choices for aerial photographers of all ability levels to the latest rules and regulations on piloting drones.

He is the author of a number of books including The Complete Guide to Drones, The Smart Smart Home Handbook, 101 Tips for DSLR Video and The Drone Pilot's Handbook.

Articles by: Adam Juniper

Sony ditches its Airpeak drone? I'm not surprised… but surely this is the time to get INTO the drone business, not out of it!

By Adam Juniper published 6 November 24

Opinion Has Sony chosen EXACTLY the wrong day to discontinue the Airpeak drone? Is it looking at the same 'business environment' that I am?

DJI Goggles N3 worn by drone user piloting drone with control wand

DJI's new Goggles N3 makes FPV drone flying affordable – flip, roll, and drift!

By Adam Juniper published 6 November 24

News New cheaper FPV goggles from DJI – the N3 – bring the prices down for FPV and lift the Neo drone's potential as a gift

Black Friday drone deals from DJI and others

By Adam Juniper last updated 4 November 24

Black friday Our pick of the early Black Friday drone deals for beginners and professional pilots

Sharp Leica Aquos R9 phone with indicator lines pointing to phone

Would you like a Leica phone? A new one is here – with a shutter button – BUT there is a 'but'...

By Adam Juniper published 4 November 24

A Leica phone – or at least a Sharp phone co-engineered with the legendary brand – has just been announced (and it isn't even the first)

People in a business meeting using one of the best conference room webcams, the Meeting Owl Pro

The best conference room webcam in 2024: conferencing cameras for groups

By Adam Juniper last updated 4 November 24

Buying guide See the whole meeting in high resolution, with the best conference room webcam available today

Video still from iPhone next to upgrading iphones

If I want a new iPhone, I'll get it. New is always better and photographers who don't upgrade often miss out!

By Adam Juniper published 2 November 24

Opinion It has become fashionable to argue that phone upgrades are a mistake. I disagree – my camera body can wait; phones change fast!

Picture of woman giving birth apparently in a stable with a person helping her and a donkey looking on

A photo book on childbirth might be too much for some publishers, but Blurb provided a solution for award-winning photographer

By Adam Juniper published 2 November 24

News A photographer with joyful work in a traditionally po-faced art world isn't shut out any more – but whether to sell through Amazon or Blurb is a real debate!

HoverAir X1 Pro and ProMax drones finally go on sale for real – and DJI has a serious competitor again!

By Adam Juniper published 1 November 24

News The revolutionary HoverAir X1 PRO and 8K PROMAX drones go on sale today – this represents a massive step against the established order (code for DJI!)

Animation of the Canon RF-S 7.8mm f/4 STM Dual lens being unmounted from a Canon EOS R7 body

Canon just made VR waaaaaay more affordable, with this $500 lens

By Adam Juniper published 1 November 24

News Wanna film in VR? It only costs $500 with Canon's new lens, which makes VR content creation WAY more affordable

Acorn A3010 and Apple MacBook Pro with text explaining that only the Acorn from 1992 has upgradeable memory

One little thing... in ten seconds Apple FINALLY admits that memory actually matters – and quietly gifts an upgrade to MacBook Air!

By Adam Juniper published 31 October 24

Opinion In a throwaway remark at the end of the M4 MacBook Pro launch, Apple admits it's been wrong about memory all these years (sort of!)

iMac in box in car boot with sad face next to new iMac M4 with angry face

iMac? Bye Mac! – "If you ask me, the new iMac M4 is an insult to photographers and video makers"

By Adam Juniper published 30 October 24

Opinion I just sold my beloved 27-inch 5K iMac because it couldn't keep up with me – now I feel like Apple's iMac M4 is an insult to photographers and video editors

Is the ultimate toy also the best educational gift? This DJI drone could get you a job as a scientist – or a filmmaker

By Adam Juniper published 30 October 24

Opinion If you're looking for a STEM toy that the whole family will love, can capture memories, and can be bought in stages, this FPV drone might be the solution!

Drone rumors in 2024: what drones are coming, and the most reliable tips

By Adam Juniper last updated 29 October 24

DRONE RUMORS All the latest drone rumors, from the latest DJI leaks, news from Autel, Skydio, Potensic and others, and legal developments

Reddit users get DJI Air 3S – despite the US customs ban. Here's how!

By Adam Juniper published 22 October 24

News You might not find the DJI Air 3S on Amazon because US customs has blocked a shipment – but Reddit users are reporting how to make orders that arrive!

The best DJI drones in 2024: the top drones from the top drone brand

By Adam Juniper last updated 22 October 24

BUYING GUIDE Struggling to pick the best DJI drone? Here is our guide to which DJI drone does what, and the best deals for each

Ace Pro 2 – an 8K GoPro beater on every front from Insta360 and Leica

By Adam Juniper published 22 October 24

The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 – co-engineered with Leica – has arrived, and it must have GoPro worried!

DJI vs The Pentagon: Drone company takes on the US Department of Defence

By Adam Juniper published 21 October 24

News DJI strikes back at the bans facing it by suing the US Defence Department

DJI v GoPro battle to go full circle with an Osmo 360?

By Adam Juniper published 21 October 24

Rumors say DJI has filed with the FCC for an Osmo 360-degree camera – will it beat the GoPro Max 2 to market?

DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro v GoPro Hero 13 Black – the head vs heart of action cameras!

By Adam Juniper published 18 October 24

News The new DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro versus the GoPro Hero 13 Black – which is the ultimate action camera?

USA Customs blocking DJI drones – including the new Air 3S. Is this the end for DJI in America?

By Adam Juniper published 17 October 24

News DJI have responded to the "misunderstanding" but could a bureaucrat – not a new law – be the end of DJI drones in the USA?

Insta360 teases the "Real Pro" – we're guessing Ace Pro 2! More Leica-co-branded 8K Action coming?

By Adam Juniper published 16 October 24

News With today's teaser for an October 22nd event, we see balls of fire (but is there a Leica co-brand?)

DJI Air 3S review – better than the Mavic 3 Pro, for less?

By Adam Juniper published 15 October 24

Review The photographer's favourite drone gets a bigger image sensor, smart focusing, an upgraded pano feature, and the option of cellular control. Mavic 3 Pro at risk?

New DJI Air 3S drone camera: "more breathtaking detail than the current DJI Mavic 3 Pro" for half the price!

By Adam Juniper published 15 October 24

News DJI has made some pretty astounding claims about the new Air 3S drone which has an all-new camera module

Doctor using the best otoscope to examine a woman's ear

The best otoscopes for parents, medical students and pet owners in 2024

By Adam Juniper last updated 13 October 24

Updated Check for earwax and inflammation in your own ears, your family's and your pets, using the best otoscopes

Woman wearing Ray-Ban x Meta Smart Glasses

Best camera glasses in 2024: wearable tech for eye-level photography

By Adam Juniper last updated 10 October 24

buying guide Capture images and video, make calls and listen to music, with the best camera glasses

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