DJI VISION 4+

This latest DJI software update killed my Phantom 2 more effectively than flying it into a concrete wall at maximum speed. Like everyone else, I received a notice when I was gearing up to shoot some overhead pictures and videos at my local race track that an update would be accomplished in only 60 seconds. And, in only 60 seconds, my Phantom 2 was rendered unusable through no effort on my part. At some future date, DJI may choose to provide another software update that may correct its recent faux pas. In the meantime, my Phantom sits in its carrier gathering dust. Good job, DJI! BTW, my enthusiasm to upgrade to a Phantom 4 is now lower than Death Valley.

Follow-up. Thirty-one (31) reviews have now been provided for this app (as of 23 Aug 16). All 31 have received one star. If a zero star rating could be applied, I'm sure all the reviews would reflect a zero rating. This catastrophic version of the app was released on 7 July 2016. You would think 6 weeks would be enough time to release a fix or develop a strategy to undo the damage done to your customers. I obviously still believe in Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, the tooth fairy, and the government. DJI, however, I have lost any regard I had for your company and its products. It will be a truly cold day before I do business with you again.

How the hell do you stop supporting a product that is $1,300 after just 2/3 years of its launch ? This seems to be another corporate greed scheme to force hobbyists into purchasing the latest model and discard the older ones. Seems like a $1,300 commitment to DJI every two or three years. I personally am done with this. They rendered any phantom before version 3 useless. I'll take the satisfaction of running this thing over with my truck. Don't fall for it. Corporate greed will always find a way into your pockets. Find another hobby. This is unethical at a huge level. I have had my quad for only a year and a half and now it's pretty much useless. So much money out the window. Lesson learned..

I've had a Phantom 2 Vision Plus sitting in a box for over two years. I was going to try to sell it but I couldn't get anything for it and as I have a renewed interest in the hobby, I decided to get it out and see if I could get it going. The first thing I did after getting the batteries charged was to update the firmware on the controller, the Phantom/Naza and the IMU with the latest available on the DJI website. Everything works great. I'm getting the live camera preview and not seeing any functionality issues with the application. For those having issues I would recommend doing the updates and trying again.