Today, Parrot has announced its new swing and Parrot Parrot Mambo minidrones. The minidrone line serves as a good point for people looking to get into the hobby with their, and more toys models like little cheaper compared to larger models and more expensive, as the Parrot size Bebop 2 and had input Disco.
The Swing Parrot is certainly the most unique of the two, with a design almost-like X-wing that looks like it flew straight out of a Star Wars film. The Swing is actually a drone quadcopter / hybrid aircraft capable of vertical takeoff and landing. Once it is in the air, however, it can go from a flight quadcopter at a faster mode, more maneuverable more horizontal flight like a remote control plane, at speeds that can reach Parrot claims up to 18 mph.
it is easy to imagine that Parrot might have more modular pieces on his way to the Mambo in the future
The Parrot Mambo, on the other hand, seems at first glance like a traditional quadcopter. But the Mambo is distinguished by a modular mounting system, allowing various attachments materials controlled to be mounted on the UAV. The Mambo ships with Cannon and Grabber modules that allow you to annoy friends, family members, and / or animals by bombarding them with small plastic balls and pick up and carry small objects, respectively, while a third fastener Illuminator with LED spots will be sold separately at launch for $ 15. It is easy to imagine that Parrot might have more modular pieces on his way to the Mambo in the future.
The two drones can be controlled by a smartphone connected using FreeFlight Mini app Parrot, or the $ 39.99 Parrot Flypad controller option that offers physical control sticks and increased range. One of the drawbacks of small drones is limited flight time, with Parrot saying that both minidrones get about eight minutes in the air fresh off of 30 minutes.
Price-wise, the Parrot Swing will cost $ 139.99 in a bundle that includes the Flypad controller, while the Mambo runs for $ 119.99 with attachments and Cannon Grabber. They will both be available in September.
