After a 10 month "break", I'm back in the saddle with another drone review. This time, it's the Hisingy Stargazer, an incredible little FPV drone by a company out of China called Hisingy (pronounced Hi-sin-jee).
Look, I've flown a lot of different types of drones over the years, and they all start to blend together after a while. Hisingy has completely upset the balance by combining a durable, easy-to-fly drone, a well-designed companion app, and a novel new game-like "upgrade" system that keeps you wanting to fly every day.
Everything you need to fly (including goggles) is included in the Stargazer starter kit and Hisingy sells a whole line of customizable components, so you can make the Stargazer as unique as you are.
Check the video out to see why the Stargazer is the perfect choice for both new pilots wanting to experience the thrill of FPV for the first time, as well as older pilots who are looking for a new take on the FPV experience.
I'm officially a Stargazer fan, and I think you will be too.
If you're interested in purchasing the Stargazer you can find it here: store.hisingy.com
Here are a few helpful time stamps if you're looking to jump to a specific portion of the video:
00:00 Ouch
00:22 Welcome/Excuses/Thank You
01:00 Introduction to the Stargazer
01:40 Who is Hisingy?
02:14 Introducing the Stargazer FPV drone
02:26 Stargazer size comparison
02:48 Stargazer components
03:20 Flying the Stargazer as an "external pilot"
03:44 the Stargazer's FPV Goggles
04:21 the Stargazer experience begins!
05:00 the awesome Hisingy App
06:20 Stargazer first time setup
06:44 getting the Stargazer out of "beginner mode"
07:24 Sinergy explanation (i.e. Stargazer fuel)
07:48 using Sinergy to upgrade Stargazer's performance
08:52 Daily Challenges/Pilot Profile/Achievement Badges
10:37 100 Crashes?! (crash safety system)
11:35 Turtle mode (auto-flip)
12:07 Beacon mode (find your Stargazer)
12:28 Stargazer repair parts and customization options
13:25 changing the color of the Stargazer's tail light
13:40 Stargazer upgrade tips: get the prop removal tool kit!
14:25 Stargazer prop orientation
14:43 Stargazer flight experience
15:23 the Stargazer is FAST!
15:52 Stargazer flight time and recharge time
16:09 Stargazer battery quick swap demonstration
16:32 Stargazer battery charger
16:58 Stargazer FPV range (indoor and outdoor)
17:29 changing video channel on the FPV goggles
18:10 flying the Stargazer with your own FPV goggles
18:37 recording and sharing your Stargazer flights with the DVR module
19:19 the Hisingy Grand Prix: a virtual AND real-life drone race!
19:54 Closing thoughts on the Stargazer