hello,
just a simple question. can i use my smart controller for the mavic mini (or in future via software update)?
just a simple question. can i use my smart controller for the mavic mini (or in future via software update)?
According to the information available, no. The smart controller uses Occusync and the Mavic Mini uses wi-fi.
SPECSWhere'd you get the spec on MM using wifi? DJI says 4km range for the MM, hard to believe that's possible with wifi.
The Mavic Mini specs and other info are available on DJI's site here.Where'd you get the spec on MM using wifi?
Although it’s been pointed out that the Mavic Mini uses wifi not OcuSync for it’s remote control signal, it should be remembered that the smart controller is equipped with both wi-fi frequencies, thus maybe making it theoretically possible, maybe with a firmware update to control the Mavic Mini..hello,
just a simple question. can i use my smart controller for the mavic mini (or in future via software update)?
Given the SC is basically a software defined radio there's likely no *technical* reason why it cant be updated to support the WiFi or any other protocol needed.
However, from a business point of view, it makes no sense.
There are two related hardware issues that would keep that from happening... CPU and heat. It takes a _lot_ of CPU power to record 4k and heat goes along with that. Many pocket 4k cameras from a couple of years ago would only record a few minutes of 4k before they would overheat. So it is not just a matter of software to charge 2k to 4k video.I’m pretty sure there is no technical reason why the mini can’t support 4K video and more advanced camera controls with a firmware update too... but DJI certainly has a business case for hampering the hardware in a way that creates more differentiation on their product line.
I asked the same ?hello,
just a simple question. can i use my smart controller for the mavic mini (or in future via software update)?
Do you know if they are using a different CPU than the one in the Air?There are two related hardware issues that would keep that from happening... CPU and heat. It takes a _lot_ of CPU power to record 4k and heat goes along with that. Many pocket 4k cameras from a couple of years ago would only record a few minutes of 4k before they would overheat. So it is not just a matter of software to charge 2k to 4k video.
Lots of protocols are done in dedicated hardware.
Don't know but 1) they obviously tried to cut the price by removing lot of hardware and 2) it does not do 4k. So it would not make sense to include a more expensive CPU (and cooling hardware) for no reason.Do you know if they are using a different CPU than the one in the Air?
Don't know but 1) they obviously tried to cut the price by removing lot of hardware and 2) it does not do 4k. So it would not make sense to include a more expensive CPU (and cooling hardware) for no reason.