# Obstacle-Avoiding Photography Drones The DJI PHANTOM 4 Aerial Drone is Packed with Impressive AI By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-03-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerial-drone References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/phantom-4-djis-smartest-drone-ever/) & [dji](http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-4) The market for [consumer drone products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-mini-5-pro) is ever-expanding, and the DJI PHANTOM 4 Aerial Drone is an ideal example of how the technology is changing. Packed with [artificial intelligence technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-fluid-pro-ai) that can be utilized right out of the box, the drone comes with a bevy of innovative features. Double tapping the screen makes the drone take off, while the Obstacle Sensing System will prevent it from coming into contact with people, objects or landscape. [ActiveTrack technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/action-5-pro) allows pilots of the DJI PHANTOM 4 Aerial Drone to set a target to track and record easily. The all-new Sport mode ensures every moment is captured as it happens. Compared to other drones from the brand, the DJI PHANTOM 4 will offer 25% longer battery life, which translates to more flight time for users to enjoy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Obstacle-avoiding Drones:** Developing obstacle-avoiding technology in drones presents an opportunity for innovative aerial photography and videography. - **Artificial Intelligence Drones:** The integration of artificial intelligence in drones provides opportunities for more user-friendly and efficient photography and videography. - **Extended Battery Life Drones:** Extended battery life in drones presents opportunities for longer flight time, and increased opportunity for photography and videography. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography and Videography Industry:** Developing innovative drones for photography and videography presents an opportunity for companies in this industry to stay ahead of the game. - **Film and Television Industry:** The use of drones for film and television can save time and costs, and allow for innovative camera angles and shots. - **Agriculture Industry:** Drones with artificial intelligence and obstacle-avoiding capabilities can aid in precision agriculture, with crops and fields being easily monitored for any abnormalities or potential damage. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Mode Camera Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multimode-camera-drones.md) - [Enterprise-Ready Drone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-matrice-400.md) - [Mesh Networking Support Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evo-max-4t.md) - [Lightweight Agility Camera Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-air-3.md) - [Self-Stabilizing Photography Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-x1-selfflying-camera.md) - [Cinewhoop-Style Camera Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-avata.md) - [Minuscule Flagship Photography Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-mini-4-pro.md) - [Foldable Camera Drone Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-1.md) - [Technical Triple-Camera Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-mavic-3-pro.md)