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<blockquote data-quote="Dougcjohn" data-source="post: 104130" data-attributes="member: 4060"><p>I've got no doubts the SDK will be available to developers; if they sign & agree to not disclose is an unknown. On the Hacker issue, no concerns regarding "hackers" on these products. </p><p></p><p>Any 3rd Party app or program requires the SDK, and every 3rd party tool supporting the DJI platform is a benefit for DJI... they encourage 3rd Party development, it strengthens their market. It's not DJI that limits the 3rd party development, it's the "developer" that determines if the platform is profitable to develop or take the time to add to their app or services. The Spark didn't get added to several 3rd party tools at first, and was slowly added to some and still lacks others that could include but choose not to support the Spark. </p><p></p><p>Firmware beyond the initial 1st release isn't a question, it's a certainty. In addition, with the increase in FAA & airspace requirements, including NFZ, TFR, etc ongoing updated FW will continue. </p><p></p><p>To encourage additional users to purchase, additional features will most certainly be added. Keep in mind, this is a brand new DJI app and it's most likely in it's early development too. If they add camera controls, that encourages more Buyers, if they add additional autonomous features: ie: Active Track, encourages more Buyers. </p><p></p><p>Hacks to tweak performance dynamics, camera parameters, NFZ, override TFR, or attitude parameters as examples aren't a concern for the percentages. Similar to the Android & iOS phones; used to perform the hacks/jailbreaks, hold off versions, wait for new hacks. Overall with new hardware, new OS features, the gains became minimal and non-important. Not identical, but similar for the Spark, it's functionality doesn't change with hacks. The hacks aren't updating Spark with improved GPS, ESC, or adding 5 minutes to the flight time. A hacked Spark isn't a replacement for Inspire shooting cinema, a Matrice surveying construction. SW Hacks don't alter dynamics much, and physical mods aren't economical or much improvement. </p><p></p><p>In addition, flying where not allowed, higher than authorized isn't beneficial both photography and to the sUAV community; it encourages enforcement reactions that damage the whole. Other hacks to tweak camera or performance... eh.. some useful, adds a bit of excitement to others, others not an issue. </p><p></p><p>I don't fly a Spark for jobs... actually sold my Spark 6-8 months ago... it was an entertainment toy and a low cost "frequency tester" for heavy metro interference areas before I put up a larger platform. Overall an enjoyment craft with the neighborhood kids.</p><p></p><p>I enjoyed the Spark to just fly & play...always in Sport mode, never used the avoidance sensors and rarely the 2 axis camera. The Mavic Mini, in my opinion will easily outsell the Spark & the Mavic Air for multiple reasons already sited. The early reviews are positive, consumer anticipation is high already; and for me it's an improvement in several ways for my needs with an ultra small craft. May not be equal to a little Anafi Thermal in RGB autonomous modes, but it looks like a great little $400-500 platform. </p><p></p><p>If Spark fits a persons needs... that's a super fit... Great! Used Sparks are a super buy now! </p><p>I still own an Inspire 1 Raw and Inspire 1 Pro v2... probably similar rational; nice crafts and not made the same anymore... they were pure aerial sports cars... don't use them much now, but still like them. </p><p></p><p>The Mavic Mini will most likely set new standards that will spawn even better versions or crafts... and that's a positive.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Dougcjohn, post: 104130, member: 4060"] I've got no doubts the SDK will be available to developers; if they sign & agree to not disclose is an unknown. On the Hacker issue, no concerns regarding "hackers" on these products. Any 3rd Party app or program requires the SDK, and every 3rd party tool supporting the DJI platform is a benefit for DJI... they encourage 3rd Party development, it strengthens their market. It's not DJI that limits the 3rd party development, it's the "developer" that determines if the platform is profitable to develop or take the time to add to their app or services. The Spark didn't get added to several 3rd party tools at first, and was slowly added to some and still lacks others that could include but choose not to support the Spark. Firmware beyond the initial 1st release isn't a question, it's a certainty. In addition, with the increase in FAA & airspace requirements, including NFZ, TFR, etc ongoing updated FW will continue. To encourage additional users to purchase, additional features will most certainly be added. Keep in mind, this is a brand new DJI app and it's most likely in it's early development too. If they add camera controls, that encourages more Buyers, if they add additional autonomous features: ie: Active Track, encourages more Buyers. Hacks to tweak performance dynamics, camera parameters, NFZ, override TFR, or attitude parameters as examples aren't a concern for the percentages. Similar to the Android & iOS phones; used to perform the hacks/jailbreaks, hold off versions, wait for new hacks. Overall with new hardware, new OS features, the gains became minimal and non-important. Not identical, but similar for the Spark, it's functionality doesn't change with hacks. The hacks aren't updating Spark with improved GPS, ESC, or adding 5 minutes to the flight time. A hacked Spark isn't a replacement for Inspire shooting cinema, a Matrice surveying construction. SW Hacks don't alter dynamics much, and physical mods aren't economical or much improvement. In addition, flying where not allowed, higher than authorized isn't beneficial both photography and to the sUAV community; it encourages enforcement reactions that damage the whole. Other hacks to tweak camera or performance... eh.. some useful, adds a bit of excitement to others, others not an issue. I don't fly a Spark for jobs... actually sold my Spark 6-8 months ago... it was an entertainment toy and a low cost "frequency tester" for heavy metro interference areas before I put up a larger platform. Overall an enjoyment craft with the neighborhood kids. I enjoyed the Spark to just fly & play...always in Sport mode, never used the avoidance sensors and rarely the 2 axis camera. The Mavic Mini, in my opinion will easily outsell the Spark & the Mavic Air for multiple reasons already sited. The early reviews are positive, consumer anticipation is high already; and for me it's an improvement in several ways for my needs with an ultra small craft. May not be equal to a little Anafi Thermal in RGB autonomous modes, but it looks like a great little $400-500 platform. If Spark fits a persons needs... that's a super fit... Great! Used Sparks are a super buy now! I still own an Inspire 1 Raw and Inspire 1 Pro v2... probably similar rational; nice crafts and not made the same anymore... they were pure aerial sports cars... don't use them much now, but still like them. The Mavic Mini will most likely set new standards that will spawn even better versions or crafts... and that's a positive. [/QUOTE]
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