This year, I experienced CES from afar after a whirlwind year of travel to some of the most innovative drone hubs like a Wing Nest in Fort Worth, Texas, the live taping of America’s Got Talent in Pasadena, and Matternet’s Silicon Valley headquarters. Even though I wasn’t physically at CES, the magic of technology made it easy to stay tuned to all the latest and greatest. And yes, there are all sorts of new CES 2025 products that we should all be hyped about.
January always brings new tech that sets the tone for the year ahead, and this guide highlights the best products we discovered during CES week. Some were officially launched or showcased at CES, while others are fresh releases you can buy (or pre-order) right now.
CES 2025 products that drone pilots should get hyped about
New drone gear
DJI O4 Air Unit & O4 Air Unit Pro
- Why it’s great: DJI’s O4 Air Unit lineup upgrades FPV functionality for non-FPV drones with lower latency (down to 15ms in Racing Mode for the Pro version) and smoother video transmission. The Pro adds 4K120 slow motion, dual antennas, and expandable storage with a microSD slot. Want to learn more? We took a deeper dive into the DJI O4 Air Unit series.
- Price: Starting at $109 for the standard version, or $229 for the DJI O4 Air Unit Pro
DJI Matrice 4 Series (4T & 4E)
- Why it’s great: Enterprise users will appreciate advanced AI detection, laser range finding, and impressive telephoto capabilities for inspections and mapping. The Matrice 4T stands out with its thermal imaging, while the 4E excels in high-speed aerial mapping.
- Price: $7,299 for DJI Matrice 4T drone with Care Enterprise Plus, or $4,799 for DJI Matrice 4E drone with Care Enterprise Plus.
- Contact DJI Enterprise Dealers to purchase. Drone Girl’s preferred enterprise dealer is Drone Nerds.
HGLRC Wind5 Lite V2 Racing Frame Kit
- Why it’s great: This lightweight, durable frame is perfect for drone racers looking for top-tier performance and easy maintenance.
- Price: $37
RCINPOWER Vanover 2207 V3 Motor
- Why it’s great: Designed by freestyle world champion Alex Vanover, this motor delivers durability and precision for freestyle and racing pilots.
- Price: $28
TrueRC Duality 2.4/5.8GHz RP-SMA Stubby Antenna
- Why it’s great: A compact, high-performance antenna for DJI FPV Goggles V2 with dual-band capability for seamless video.
- Price: $95
Other new CES 2025 products that drone pilots may love
Hollyland LARK M2S DUO & Mini Combo Wireless Mic Systems
- Why it’s great: These ultra-light microphones are perfect for content creators with 48kHz/24-bit audio, intelligent noise cancellation, and up to 30 hours of battery life.
- Price: $120
OBSBOT Tail 2 AI-Powered PTZR Live Production Camera
- Why it’s great: A flexible, AI-enhanced live production camera with 4K60 video, improved tracking, and gesture control. Perfect for content creation and conferences.
- Price: $1,000
Samsung ViewFinity S8 Monitor
- Why it’s great: A massive 37” monitor with stunning 4K resolution, 99% sRGB color accuracy, and ergonomic features for creative professionals.
- Price: $680
SHOKZ OpenFit 2 Wireless Earbuds
- Why it’s great: These open-ear earbuds feature superior sound quality, minimal sound leakage, and IP55 resistance, with 48 hours of total battery life.
- Price: $180
Dell Area-51 Laptop
- Why it’s great: This gaming powerhouse offers up to 12TB of storage, NVIDIA RTX 50 series graphics, and blazing-fast refresh rates (up to 300Hz).
- Price: Starting at $2,500
Whether you’re a drone enthusiast, a creator, or a tech aficionado, these CES 2025 products represent the best of innovation for the year ahead. For those first-movers who need to have the latest and greatest tech right when it hits, these are the products to consider. They strike that balance of new and unique — but also practical. Happy shopping, and happy flying!
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