Snapchat’s new flying camera
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Snap Inc., the tech firm behind the Snapchat instant messaging
app, has launched a cute new drone camera called Pixy
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Puck-shaped gadget takes off and lands from hand. Can follow user around, filming what they’re doing

Runs on replaceable, rechargeable lithium-ion battery – charges to: 80% in 20 minutes 100% in 40 minutes
Weight: 101g (with battery)

Camera: Takes 12MP photos or shoots HD video (2.7K, up to 30 FPS) 

Cost: $230 (with one battery)
$250 (with spare battery)

132mm

FLIGHT: Central dial can be set to one of four modes

Hover Reveal Follow Orbit

Content is wirelessly transferred to phone’s Snapchat app for editing. From there it can be shared on Snapchat, or any other platform
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Sources: The Verge, Snap Pictures: Snap, Lucas Carl (Unsplash) © GRAPHIC NEWS