Parrot - Hydrofoil Orak Drone - Black

Name: Parrot - Hydrofoil Orak Drone - Black
Brand: Parrot
SKU: 4419900
Rating: 3.7 (35 reviews)

Model: 46012BBR

SKU: 4419900

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General
- Product Name: Hydrofoil Orak Drone
- Brand: Parrot
- Assembly Required: Partial
- Recommended Minimum Age: 14 years
- Model Number: 46012BBR
- Color: Black
- Color Category: Black
Flight
- Autonomous Flight Modes: Hover
- Number of Rotors: 4
Camera
- Integrated Camera: true
- Autofocus: false (Allows the camera to automatically focus through the lens, rather than by adjusting the lens manually.)
- Image Stabilization: None (This feature helps reduce image/video blur or distortion that may occur from unsteady motion.)
- Digital Zoom: None (A digital zoom is accomplished electronically, with no adjustment of the camera's optics, and no optical resolution gained in the process. The existing data is not enhanced or added to, merely displayed at a lower resolution, thereby giving an illusion of an enlarged image.)
- Optical Zoom: None (The optical zoom uses a combination of lenses that magnify the image prior to it being registered at high resolution by the imaging sensor.)
- Image File Format(s): JPEG (Standardized software format(s) of storing digital images. The type of format chosen for capturing and compressing the image can determine quality, level of detail, and storage space required.)
- Image Sensor Type: Other (CCD and CMOS are the two main technologies used in image sensors. CCD, the older of the two types, turns analog light signals into digital pixels. This conversion happens without distortion, resulting in high-quality images. Newer CMOS sensors use transistors at each pixel to move electrical charges. CMOS sensors are typically less expensive, but also require more light to create distortion-free images.)
Environmental
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor and outdoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
Features
- Integrated GPS: No
- Records Audio: false
- Landing Gear/Legs Included: Landing Gear
Storage
- Memory Card Compatibility: None (The type of memory card(s) recommended for use with the product.)
- Memory Card Included: false (Indicates whether a memory card is included.)
Power
- Charging Time: 90 minutes
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: None
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: None
Other
- UPC: 738516460123

Control this Parrot Hydrofoil Orak 46012BBR drone from up to 65' away with your Bluetooth-enabled Apple® or Android device when you download the FreeFlight 3 app, which offers touch controls for easy flying. The built-in camera lets you capture snapshots.

Fly Responsibly:
Before takeoff, update all software and firmware, and read the instructions thoroughly.
See the FAA website for requirements and information about flying a drone safely: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/fly_for_fun/. Additional state or local requirements may apply. Check your local jurisdiction. The following websites may help you make informed decisions about flying your drone: www.knowbeforeyoufly.org and www.modelaircraft.org.

Built-in camera: Take action shots to show your friends in 640 x 480 resolution.
Versatile hybrid mini drone: Use the Hydrofoil structure to hover 2" above the water and perform cool tricks, or remove it to pilot the drone through the air.
Speeds up to 6.2 mph: Let you zoom over aquatic environments.
Plastic and EPP construction: Offers durability to resist shock from falls up to 3', so you don't have to worry about a botched landing.
Up to 65' wireless range with most Bluetooth-enabled Apple and Android devices: Allows you to pilot the drone using simple touch controls right from your smartphone or tablet when you download the FreeFlight 3 app.
Fly Responsibly:: The following website may help you make informed decisions about flying your drone: KnowBeforeYouFly.org. Additional state or local requirements may apply. Check your local jurisdiction.

Whats Included

Hydrofoil Orak Drone
Lithium-ion battery
USB-to-micro USB cable,
Hydrofoil structure, stickers, screws
Owner's manual

Q: Does it need an app or does it have a remote as well?

A: The requires you download the free app. It does not come with a remote.

Q: Does it come with a camera, if not can you buy a camera separate?

A: It does come with a camera

Q: The Patriot mini drone is it worth getting fixed if it breaks

A: undefined

Q: Why was this a mini drone when the received it? Does not say MINI drone anywhere.

A: undefined

Q: Is this drone "hobby quality" when it comes to repair? Or is it a "throw away"?

A: Throw away. Ours was broken quickly. I wouldn't recommend buying it.

Q: What is the max wind speed the drone can still fly?

A: This can fly up to 6.2 miles per hour.

Customers are saying

Customers are satisfied with the Hydrofoil Orak Drone's ease of use, citing its simple assembly and smooth, easy-to-control flight. However, some users expressed concerns regarding the battery life, noting that it is shorter than expected, especially when using the hydrofoil attachment. A few customers also mentioned that the camera quality could be improved. Overall, the positive feedback on ease of use is prominent.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
LOOKS COOL, FUNCTIONS AVERAGE, NIGHTMARE SET-UP
I consider myself to be somewhat of an accompished novice in drones/quadcopters/etc, and own approximately 20 at this point. This "Hydrofoil 'Orak' Drone" is average. I judge a drone on three categories: 1) How easy it is to set up/start using right out of the box. 2) How easy it is to fly obviously 3) Flight time/battery life, and charging time. 1) The most negative about this drone is the set up. This thing was a nightmare to get up and running. Typically one can simply pull a new drone out of the box, pop batteries in, monkey with the remote a bit, and your flying away. This thing however, requires assembly to say the least... The drone itself is flight capable out of the box, but the "Hydrofoil" has to be assembled, and then clipped to the drone. Assembly time is about 15-20 minutes which isn't terrible but will require your full attention for the 20 minutes I assure you. Next is the remote, oh wait, it doesn't come with a remote which is part of the selling point of using the app on your phone as the remote. Loading the app on your phone is easy; registering, confirming email, syncing to phone(it shows up in Bluetooth connections actually named 'ORAK'), etc, and getting the app to actually work is another story. ALL in, took me about an hour with this thing before I was up and running. 2) The remote on your phone is actually pretty slick and the saving grace to this thing. It has three different modes depending on if your flying drone by itself, attached it to the hydrofoil, etc, and it has a plethora of different flight controls, some of which I'd never seen before so that soothed some of my 'assembly required' pains. As opposed to a standard joystick-in-hand remote, it takes a little getting used to but is far better with all of the flight control options and makes flying a lot simpler(imagine two cars-first car is older, rear wheel drive only, no traction control. Second car is off the showroom floor, fully loaded, four wheel hi and low, with all wheel traction control). Once attached to the hydrofoil it's yet again, a whole different story though... Flying/sailing/hydrofoiling is cumbersome, and not exactly what a drone is intended for. So in theory it sounds cool/fun and kind of is just for a change of pace, however I got bored/frustrated with it after about 10 minutes. Which brings us to number three. 3) Flight time is actually pretty decent, against charging time when flying the drone by itself. Flight time drone by itself I've gotten up to 15 minutes, typically between 10-12. Attach it to that hydrofoil and literally cut your flight time in half because of the added weight obviously the drone is using more power. In addition, depending on how much drag from the water your getting will also drain the battery. Flight time with hydrofoil attached is as quick as for minutes, no more than seven. In conclusion: there are better options out there, for far less money. For the $160 spent, your paying a lot of extra money for a cool remote on your phone, and the brand name Parrot. Pass...
Posted 9 years ago by RICO1
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great little mini drone
Parrot is known to make quality products, and this little drone is no other. Works seamlessly once paired to your phone. Camera for still shots isn't the greatest , but over all the drone fairs well due to its ability to transform working as a hydro and a regular drone. Battery life is short, so buying a secondary back up is advisable. All in all a great little drone!
Posted 8 years ago by Kunzee80
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
fun to play with
Fun to play with and like that you can use the drone by itself or with the boat.
Posted 9 years ago by jojo