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Insta360 Mic review: midrange wireless mic kit impresses on audio and flexibility

Insta360's standard Mic kit carries over much of the audio quality from the pricier Mic Pro, offering Voice, Rich and Bright presets along with effective noise reduction for indoor and outdoor recording. It connects directly to Insta360 cameras like the Ace Pro 2 and Luna series without a receiver dongle, and supports linking up to four microphones to one receiver or syncing multiple receivers across two cameras simultaneously.

Insta360 launches Mic with e-ink covers, microSD storage, lower price than Mic Pro

Insta360 has released a new wireless microphone line called Mic, featuring customizable e-ink displays and, for the first time in its mic lineup, microSD card expansion. The Mic lacks the Mic Pro's three-capsule directional array but shares its receiver, NPU noise reduction, and direct camera connectivity with devices like the Luna Ultra, Luna Pro, X6 and GO Ultra. Pricing starts at $80 standalone, with bundles at $140 and $250, each undercutting equivalent Mic Pro packages.

Insta360 debuts $249.99 Mic as mid-tier wireless microphone option

Insta360 has launched the Insta360 Mic, a wireless microphone system priced between its premium Mic Pro and budget Mic Air lines. The new kit, priced at $249.99 for two transmitters, a receiver, and a charging case, retains the color E Ink screen and Bluetooth connectivity of the Mic Pro but drops some features to hit a lower price point. Individual transmitters sell for $79.99, compared to $99.99 for the Mic Pro.

Antigravity launches $340 Follow Me accessory kit for A1 drone with watch and ring remotes

Antigravity, the drone maker tied to Insta360, has released a new Follow Me bundle for its A1 drone featuring propeller guards, a watch remote and a ring remote. The accessories enable hands-free flying through gesture controls and improve subject tracking by combining visual tracking with GNSS data from the watch. The bundle is sold with the A1 drone for $799, as a standalone $340 accessory kit, or for $272 for existing A1 owners.

Insta360 launches Luna Ultra and Luna Pro gimbal cameras in the US

Insta360 has released two pocket gimbal cameras, the Luna Ultra (June) and Luna Pro (September), both built around a 20mm-equivalent f/1.8 lens on a 1-inch sensor. The Ultra adds a second zoom lens developed with Leica, while the Pro omits it as a cheaper alternative; both compete directly with DJI's Osmo Pocket line.

Amazon cuts price of Insta360 X4 Air Starter Bundle by 20%

Amazon is selling the Insta360 X4 Air Starter Bundle for $349.99, a 20% discount off its regular price. The bundle includes the 8K 360-degree camera, an extra battery, and a selfie stick.

Insta360 Luna Pro emerges as $600 rival to DJI's Osmo Pocket 4

Insta360's Luna Pro gimbal camera matches DJI's Osmo Pocket 4 with a 1-inch sensor, a 20mm f/1.8 lens, 10-bit log capture, subject tracking, detachable display, and up to four hours of battery life. It undercuts the Pocket 4 in some specs, like 4K vertical video versus 3K, but trails in dynamic range and internal storage, with recent testing noting weaknesses in its log footage.

Insta360 confirms it is developing mirrorless cameras and smart glasses

Insta360 cofounder Max Richter says the company, having sold its 10 millionth 360-degree camera and opened a flagship store in Times Square, wants to become a top imaging or even tech company, rivaling Canon, Sony, Nikon and Fujifilm. Founder JK Liu has separately confirmed two mirrorless cameras are in development, one with an unusual design, and Richter says any Insta360 smart glasses would prioritize easy high-quality capture over AI assistant features.

DJI's Osmo 360 II adds faster video modes and easier repairs

DJI's new Osmo 360 II 360-degree camera keeps the 1/1.1-inch square sensor from its predecessor but upgrades the processor, now supporting 8K video at up to 60fps and 4K at 120fps. The company also says dynamic range has increased to 14.5 stops and added a SuperNight 2.0 noise-reduction mode with an 'Anti-motion Blur' setting for low-light shooting, alongside improved repairability over the original model.

Insta360 adds Spatial Capture to turn videos into explorable 3D scenes

Insta360 is rolling out a new feature called Spatial Capture on September 28 for owners of its X6, X5, and X4 Air cameras. The tool lets users upload a video clip of up to two minutes to the cloud, where 3D Gaussian Splatting technology converts it into a navigable 3D environment within one to two hours.

Engadget rounds up reviews: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14, Insta360 Luna Pro

Engadget published a recap covering recent product reviews, including the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 laptop and the Insta360 Luna Pro camera. Senior writer Devindra Hardawar praised the ThinkPad's speed, light weight and OLED display, while noting it sticks to a familiar, utilitarian design rather than chasing a more stylish look.

Insta360 launches Luna Pro, single-lens gimbal camera with 4K vertical video, available in US

Insta360 has released the Luna Pro, a pared-down version of its Luna Ultra steadycam that removes the telephoto lens but keeps the same 1-inch 8K sensor. The standout feature is the ability to record 4K vertical video at 30fps, something the pricier Ultra model currently lacks. It costs $599.99 and, unlike DJI's Osmo Pocket 4, is actually sold in the US market.