DJI unveiled the Neo 2, the successor to its Neo selfie drone, packing LiDAR-based obstacle avoidance and downward infrared sensing for safer following and tracking.

The Neo 2 retains a compact, lightweight design and adds gesture controls alongside improved obstacle avoidance and compatibility with existing DJI accessories like motion controllers and Goggles N3.

In China, pricing starts at 1,499 CNY (about $211), with bundles available that add extra batteries, a multi-charger, or a bundle including a motion control joystick and Goggles N3 for higher tiers.

Battery capacity has been increased to 1606 mAh, delivering up to about 19 minutes of flight per charge, up from the previous model.

Performance upgrades include a top follow speed of around 12 m/s (roughly 27 mph) and improved wind stability, able to hover in winds up to about 24 mph.

The camera system is upgraded to a dual-axis gimbal with a 1/1.3-inch sensor, capable of 4K at 60 fps and up to 100 fps in manual piloting, with a wider field of view.

The Neo 2 supports Ocusync 4, Active Track 6.0, and improved wind resistance for a smoother flight experience.

Weighing about 151 grams, the Neo 2 carries a larger 1606 mAh battery and increases onboard storage to 49 GB (up from 22 GB), contributing to the heavier frame.

Launch timing places the Neo 2 in China first, with a Europe release anticipated later in November 2025.

Gesture controls enable hands-free position and distance adjustments, complemented by existing motion controllers and DJI’s RC-N3 remote control, plus an on-drone display indicating mode.

The Neo 2 remains compatible with DJI accessories and introduces a new on-drone UI for mode indication.

Positioned as a cheaper, more capable selfie drone, the Neo 2’s rollout is currently limited to the Chinese market with questions about international availability.