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See our ethics statement.The Antigravity A1. Photo by Sean Hollister / The VergeSean HollisterCloseSean HollisterPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Sean Hollister is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget.With DJI facing an imminent import ban in the US and its flagship drones disappearing from shelves, the new Antigravity A1 didn’t need to be a groundbreaking gadget to make headlines. It just needed to be a competent alternative that you can actually buy in the United States. In August, the Chinese brand couldn’t promise that for sure.But today, it’s happening: the Antigravity A1 is now on sale at Best Buy here in the US, on shelves and shipping this very week. It seems Best Buy jumped the gun ahead of a full reveal tomorrow, December 4th — there’s one for sale at my local store right now!RelatedI flew Insta360’s Antigravity — it could change how drones are madeAnd thankfully, it’s not just a DJI alternative: this $1,599 drone and headset combo is like nothing I’ve tried before.As I explained in August and as you can see in my embedded video, this 8K drone isn’t about “piloting a drone” or “shooting aerial footage.” It’s designed to keep you from having to think about flying or filming at all.The 360-degree camera and motion-sensing goggles let you simply turn your head to look in any direction. Inside, you’ll see a line you can move with your arm and point where you want to go. Pull a trigger, and the drone flies there, while your head stays free to take in the sights from above. And because you’re recording video in every direction simultaneously, you can rotate and zoom your recorded video when you’re done.At $1,599 — $1,899 if you want three batteries, a multi-charger, and a carrying case, or $1,999 for three “high-capacity” batteries according to the Best Buy listing — this drone is more expensive than drones with cameras that’ll produce higher-quality traditional rectangular footage.In my early demo, the Antigravity A1 weighs, flies, and folds like a DJI Mini, not the higher-grade Mavic or Air, even though it’s priced closer to where those higher-end drones were priced when they were broadly available in the US.But none of those prosumer DJI drones came with a 360-degree camera system and bundled goggles that make easy flying and filming the priority. (Antigravity’s goggles are more impressive, too.) But that could happen with DJI’s own 360-degree drone, the Avata 360, which just got FCC clearance last week. Maybe it’ll make it to the US before the door closes on future DJI gadgets.The Avata 360 might be a different beast than the Antigravity A1, though. 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Antigravity’s 360-degree drone, the A1, has arrived in the United States, offering a compelling, albeit expensive, alternative to DJI drones. Sean Hollister, Senior Editor at The Verge, secured an early look at the device, highlighting its core functionality and differentiating it significantly from traditional drone experiences. The A1 represents a shift away from piloting a drone and actively filming, instead prioritizing a hands-free, head-tracking system. This allows users to simply turn their head to look in any direction, with the drone following their gaze. A trigger initiates flight, while the user remains free to observe the surroundings. The system incorporates an 8K camera capturing a 360-degree view, and the recorded footage can be rotated and zoomed in post-capture.

The drone itself is designed to mimic the form factor of a DJI Mini, prioritizing ease of use and minimizing registration requirements due to its lighter weight. While priced closer to the higher-end DJI Mavic or Air drones, the Antigravity A1 distinguishes itself through its integrated 360-degree camera system and the accompanying motion-sensing goggles. These goggles are presented as particularly impressive. The device is currently available for purchase at Best Buy, with a price point of $1,599 for the combined drone and goggles, or $1,899-$1,999 with added batteries and charging solutions.

Hollister emphasizes the device’s unique approach – it’s less about “flying a drone” and more about eliminating the need to actively control or film. This creates a novel perspective, allowing the user to simply observe and record the environment around them. The A1's arrival coincides with the imminent potential import ban of DJI drones into the US, further increasing the device’s novelty and relevance. The success of the Antigravity A1 hinges on its ability to deliver a genuinely different drone experience, rather than simply being a cheaper alternative to DJI’s offerings.