“This is an entirely new way of capturing aerial imagery,” explains Antoine Level, CEO and cofounder of Hexo+. “We are incredibly proud to bring together our experience in aeronautics technology and software development to create a simple, easy-to-use product.”
Cofounder, professional snowboarder Xavier de Le Rue, is especially eager to use HEXO+ when filming in the backcountry this season. “HEXO+ was built with outdoor adventurers in mind, allowing them to live in the moment and not behind a lens,” he explains. “It enables you to capture incredible footage of yourselfby yourself. As a snowboarder, this gives me unprecedented freedom to create and share footage without the expense of helicopters and a film crew.”
HEXO+s key features
- No remote control neededyou can control HEXO+ with just your smartphone and the HEXO+ app, which is available for Apple iOS 9 and Android 4.4 and above
- Compatible with most GoPro camera models
- Predictive tracking algorithms anticipate your next move
- Operating altitude of up to 16,000 feet
- Maximum speed of 45 mph
- 6-propeller design for added stability and power
- Quick and easy battery swap
- Library of 12 pre-programmed camera movements that are easily adjusted and fine-tuned.
