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Recent content by Mibalzich

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    Storing the Spark Vetrtically

    I drew a big, silver X over the part covering the camera, so if I forget to remove it, I remember as soon as the camera comes on.
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    Flying Spark out of site

    Man up and use that thing as God intended! Get out there and really fly.
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    Thumbs or two fingers?

    I had never even considered the pinch method until I saw a YouTube video comparing the two styles. I tried it myself but it was very uncomfortable and I felt like I was paying more attention to my fingers than my Spark. It's thumbs for me.
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    My new Spark. The pilot is new also

    You cannot fly your Spark from a cruise ship. None of the cruise lines allow it and they will most certainly confiscate the drone if they even let you have it in the first place. Many will take it as soon as you try to bring it on board. You need to check with your cruiser line before you try to...
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    Gimbal Protection

    I drew an X on the gimbal guard with a silver Sharpie. As soon as the camera view comes up, you know you forgot something.
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    Best tablet for spark

    I had never had any Apple products before but I found a used iPad Mini 2 for about $65 US specifically for my Spark. Works just fine.
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    Useful info for new/prospective Spark owners - Updated Jan 14, 2018

    Here's a story from today's USA Today about new drone owners: R.I.P. Christmas drones; many already go missing
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    Gloves that work with touchscreen

    I got these from Amazon: Cycling Gloves, Waterproof Touchscreen in Winter Outdoor Bike Gloves Adjustable Size- Black (Large) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQLNEO3?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf They aren't great for extreme cold but you probably shouldn't fly in extreme cold anyway. Works quite well on the...
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    Show your Spark!!!

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    4.1.22 android

    Just got it
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    Cinematic shots

    Go low, slow and learn to fly backwards through tight spaces.
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    Positive drone story in the news

    Here's another one: "Defibrillator-carrying drones could save lives, research suggests" Defibrillator-carrying drones could save lives, research suggests
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    What did you call your spark?

    I call mine Little Big Red. The local high school's nickname is the Big Reds so with the Spark's tiny size: Little Big Red.