The DJI Ban is Here

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Today, the Creator Secrets team breaks down the DJI “ban” headlines and what they actually mean for creators.

Short version: the FCC moved to restrict new imports of foreign-made drones unless DoD or DHS signs off. Existing devices remain legal to use. Products that already have FCC authorization can keep selling for now. Policy details may shift.

What this means on the ground:
Osmo Pocket 3 has FCC clearance, so retail availability should continue unless policy or listings change.
Pocket 4 appears cleared as well, with launch timing still rumor-level. Treat everything as provisional.
Firmware future is unclear. Your current device will keep working as-is; don’t assume ongoing feature updates.
Retail is choppy: prices swing, bundles vary, and some big-box stores may pause or drop inventory without notice.

Creator takeaways:
If a specific camera is mission-critical, watch stock and set price/availability alerts.
Plan a fallback: second body, different gimbal, or a non-DJI workflow you can switch to quickly.
Lock your workflow: test on current firmware and avoid last-minute updates before shoots.
Keep receipts and accessories sorted; returns and cross-grading get harder when inventory tightens.

No panic. Just risk management and clear contingencies.