As the end of the year approaches, speculation about new DJI releases is increasing, especially after Antigravity launched the A1 drone as the first 360-degree drone for consumers. Now, recent leaks reveal the DJI Avata 360 drone, which is the company’s first 360-degree drone, and the launch appears to be closer than expected, perhaps before the possible US ban on December 23. These leaks follow previous reports about the Mini 360 drone, but the Avata 360 stands out as a direct competitor to the A1, focusing on an immersive FPV (first-person perspective) experience.
Igor Bogdanov, known for his meticulous leaks, has posted high-resolution promotional images confirming the name “Avata 360,” which are similar in style to those from the recent launch of the Avata 2 and Mini 5 Pro. These images show the drone in everyday contexts, such as a woman wearing DJI Goggles N3 and a person holding a DJI RC2 remote, indicating O3+ or O4 support for wireless connectivity, and suggesting that the device will be part of an FPV system. The design retains the sporty character of the Avata series, with full ball protection for free rotation and inverted flight, and a 1/1.3-inch dual CMOS camera for true 360-degree shooting, not just a wide field of view.
The most recent leak is an image of the product’s commercial packaging, published by multiple accounts on X yesterday, with filters to hide some details to avoid detection of the source by DJI. This photo appears to be of the “Fly More Combo” box that includes three batteries and FPV goggles, which means DJI has started shipping units to influencers for initial reviews. Although the original source is unclear, and the images may be doctored, they are consistent with previous reports, including US FCC approval on December 28 (number SS3-V2X3601225), and factory images from Weibo in January.
The Avata 360 is expected to come with 8K 360-degree video, obstacle avoidance, tracking mode, and a flight time of up to 31 minutes with a weight of around 385 grams, making it an ideal choice for creators and gamers who want immersive footage without losing orientation. The expected price starts at $1,200 for the drone only, or higher for the combo, and it may reach the markets before Christmas to avoid the ban. This release reflects DJI’s strategy of responding quickly to the competition, especially with the Antigravity A1 expected in January 2026, but caution is advised until the official announcement, as details may change.
