Science & Tech · Gadgets & EVs · 51 mins ago
HoverAir Versa combines a handheld camera and mini drone
The $539 HoverAir Versa combines a handheld camera and mini drone in one device.
It is made by HoverAir, a company that has previously sold selfie drones, and is its first handheld camera.
In camera mode, it records up to 4K video at 60 frames per second and has a three-axis gimbal to steady footage.
Adding magnetic accessories turns it into a drone with preset flight patterns, palm takeoff and landing, and swappable batteries.
But the drone has no obstacle avoidance, and the camera lacks some advanced modes.
That means the Versa offers flexibility, but users should not expect the strongest features of both a dedicated camera and a dedicated drone.
US availability is unclear because of legal issues over the drone feature; the full kit is expected to be available in much of the rest of the world, including Canada.
HoverAir’s Versa combines a handheld gimbal camera with a mini drone.
The camera records at up to 4K/60 frames per second and has a three-axis gimbal.
A magnetic accessory lets the device switch to drone mode, with preset flight patterns and swappable batteries.
The drone has downward sensors but no obstacle avoidance.
The full kit’s availability in the United States is unclear, while the article says Canada and most of the rest of the world will have access to it.
- Who
- HoverAir makes the Versa.
- What
- It is a handheld gimbal camera that can convert into a mini drone.
- When
- Engadget published its review on November 10, 2026.
- Where
- The article says availability in the United States is unclear; Canada and most of the rest of the world will have access to the full kit.
- Why
- The device is designed to combine handheld camera use with drone flight.
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- Price
- $539
- Maximum video resolution
- 4K/60 frames per second
- Display size
- 1.64 inches
- Internal storage
- 55GB, expandable by SD card
- Photo resolution
- 12 megapixels
What people are saying
The device is a clever combination that makes a lot of sense, but don’t expect the best of both worlds.
Are there compromises in either mode?