# Navigational Autonomous Drones The DJI Phantom 4 Flying Drone Gadget is Able to Detect Obstacles By M | Published 2016-03-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-drones References: [werd](http://www.werd.com/33682/dji-phantom-4/) & [dji](http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-4) Ushering a new age of [autonomous drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-neo-2) are the [DJI](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-matrice-400) [Phantom 4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-hitop) models, that are cleverly designed to be able to detect on-coming obstacles and humans to avoid collision. The drone is engineered to be able to navigate itself using give different cameras and the intelligence provided through an integrated 3D mapping system. The DJI Phantom drones are both sleek and elegant, making use of the latest photo technology to capture aerial views of landscapes and cities. The drone features propeller wings that lift the drone up quietly and incredibly fast. The device includes five cameras located throughout the model to give it a 360-degree view of its surroundings. The central camera also captures footage in 4K UHD for crystal clear imaging. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Navigational Autonomous Drones:** Drones with obstacle-detection and other navigational abilities, opening up opportunities for innovative applications. - **Intelligent Camera Systems:** Cameras and sensors integrated into drones, allowing for precision navigation and high-quality imaging. - **3D Mapping Technology:** Integration of 3D mapping technology into drones for advanced location and navigation capabilities. ### Where This Applies - **Photography and Videography:** Professional photography and videography for real estate, filmmaking, and other uses. - **Delivery and Logistics:** Use of drones for delivery and logistics, such as delivering packages in urban areas or inspecting pipelines and infrastructure. - **Agriculture and Mining:** Applications in precision agriculture and mapping mines, quarries, and other industrial landscapes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Mode Camera Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multimode-camera-drones.md) - [Mesh Networking Support Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evo-max-4t.md) - [Enterprise-Ready Drone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-matrice-400.md) - [Self-Stabilizing Photography Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-x1-selfflying-camera.md) - [Modular Self-Flying Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-x1-pro.md) - [Cinewhoop-Style Camera Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-avata.md) - [Foldable Camera Drone Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-1.md) - [Rounded Bi-Rotor Ducted Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleo-dronut-x1.md) - [All-Weather LiDAR Selfie Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-neo-2.md)