This is a companion topic for our recent blog post on blog.unmanned.tech
The FpV drone realm is witnessing a seismic shift, all thanks to Artosyn’s AR-8030 chip. It’s like the new kid in school whose mere presence seems to change the entire playground dynamic—prices drop and options multiply, but don’t expect a free-for-all just yet; compatibility remains as tangled as last Christmas’ fairy lights.
Caddx, BetaFPV, and StartRC are all jumping on the bandwagon with various kits featuring the AR-8030, effectively shaking things up and pushing digital FpV gear closer to analogue pricing. But before you start planning your next shopping spree, bear in mind that just because everyone’s using the same chip doesn’t mean they’ll play nicely together. Compatibility is still vendor-dependent, so you might want to keep your soldering iron nearby just in case.
Artosyn isn’t just content with being the new silicon superstar; they’ve cleverly repositioned themselves after a few misadventures. With their finger now firmly on the pulse of digital video links, they’re looking to provide cheaper options while keeping their tech under wraps—a classic case of “you can’t have your cake and eat it too,” really.
For the buyers, this is a delightful opportunity for wallet-friendly options, while makers will rejoice at the plethora of reference boards available. Just don’t go expecting universal compatibility anytime soon—it’s more like a “choose your own adventure” book, where the ending is still unwritten.
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