HoverAir X1 ProMax: A Pricy Yet Impressive Selfie Drone Experience

A whole subset of compact, portable camera drones has emerged specifically for taking selfies, and the HoverAir X1 ProMax by ZeroZero Robotics stands out as one of the most confident and impressive options available.

This drone is incredibly easy to carry, making even the DJI Mini 4 Pro look cumbersome in comparison. Weighing in at just 6.79 ounces, it features a smart folding design and an all-encompassing cage that protects the propellers from damage. The X1 ProMax can effortlessly fit into a jacket pocket or backpack, eliminating concerns about damage. It’s the type of gadget that you can casually take along for any day trip or vacation, right alongside your sunglasses and water bottle, just in case it proves useful.

To get started, simply pull it out, unfold it, press the power button, choose your desired selfie video style using the left and right buttons, place the drone on your outstretched palm facing you, press the power button again, and it will take off, capture the selected shot, and return to land on your palm, ready to be stored again.

The entire procedure can be completed in about 30 seconds, offering something distinctively impressive for anyone looking to enhance their ‘content.’ If you find yourself in a beautiful location and want a quick video of yourself captured from an appealing angle, or need a remote-controlled camera to follow you as you speed down a coastal road on your bicycle, the X1 ProMax efficiently manages the task with ease. It can automatically track a subject moving at speeds of up to 26 mph, and during my tests, it consistently stayed right on track, whether I was walking or cycling.

Footage and photographs can be effortlessly transferred to your smartphone via Wi-Fi 6 using the X1 Hover app, which not only allows you to adjust settings and update firmware but also provides manual flight controls through on-screen options.

Video Capabilities Galore

The camera of the X1 ProMax is striking, offering the ability to record 8K video at up to 30 frames per second, 4K HDR video at up to 30 fps, 4K video at up to 60 fps, and 2.7K HDR video at up to 60 fps. It can also capture footage in 4K or 1080p resolution at up to 120 fps for fluid 4X slow-motion playback, while also providing still photos in 12 MP or 48 MP resolutions.