New pilot in Ontario Canada

[J Paul]

I’ve purchased my first drone, the Mavic Mini, on the recommendation of a friend so I’ve yet to fly one. It’s pretty clear that the “go low and slow” approach is safest! A lot of time needed in some open spaces! Still, the DJI Care “insurance” looks attractive! My first technical question, though .... do people usually get a small tablet or other device for dedicated use or do they use their smartphone?

I don’t mind relying on automation as long as I understand exactly how it does what it’s doing! So much to learn!!!

 

[dirkclod]

Welcome to the forum.
I hope you will find our site helpful and look forward to any input , photo's/video's you might post .
Don't be shy and ask anything if you can't find it by searching .

 

[Aerial-Pixel]

I’ve purchased my first drone, the Mavic Mini, on the recommendation of a friend so I’ve yet to fly one. It’s pretty clear that the “go low and slow” approach is safest! A lot of time needed in some open spaces! Still, the DJI Care “insurance” looks attractive! My first technical question, though .... do people usually get a small tablet or other device for dedicated use or do they use their smartphone?

I don’t mind relying on automation as long as I understand exactly how it does what it’s doing! So much to learn!!!

Welcome to MavicPilots from Dayton Ohio! Enjoy your new Mavic Mini. For the Mavic Mini you could get away with just using your cell phone as long as you have a relatively new one. Otherwise a iPad Mini 4 or newer works really well with it. Fly safe and have fun!

 

[msinger]

Welcome to the forum!

do people usually get a small tablet or other device for dedicated use or do they use their smartphone?

You can find a list of mobile devices people are using here:
Best Tablets and Phones for DJI GO & DJI Fly (Updated Daily)

 

[Thomas B]

Welcome to the forum from the deserts of Arizona! Enjoy.

 

[Dale D]

I’ve purchased my first drone, the Mavic Mini, on the recommendation of a friend so I’ve yet to fly one. It’s pretty clear that the “go low and slow” approach is safest! A lot of time needed in some open spaces! Still, the DJI Care “insurance” looks attractive! My first technical question, though .... do people usually get a small tablet or other device for dedicated use or do they use their smartphone?

I don’t mind relying on automation as long as I understand exactly how it does what it’s doing! So much to learn!!!

I love using my Apple iPad 9.5 inch screen. Rarely, if ever, do I use my iPhone XS Max.It needs a holder like a Skyreat. available on Amazon.

 

[bfindlay]

Welcome! From Southwestern Ontario.