DJI Neo 2

Let's be honest: when you think of a drone, you might picture some sort of James Bond gadget, elegantly soaring through the skies while you sip on a cocktail. Enter the DJI Neo 2, your not-so-ordinary companion for capturing life from exhilarating heights. This little beauty has earned the title of our Hero pick-not merely because it's a spectacle to behold, but because it puts professional-quality aerial photography right at your fingertips, minus the fuss.

I mean, have you ever tried takeoff in a cramped garden? What used to be an embarrassing ordeal is resurrected through palm takeoff-yes, just let your hand be the launchpad! With the Neo 2, you'd think someone was having a laugh with the feature set; but really, it delivers on almost every front, making it the companion every aspiring filmmaker and happy snapper didn't know they craved.

And let's not forget how ridiculous yet utterly thrilling it feels to tell your mates that you can command your drone with just gestures. It's not just a gadget; it's a way to make your average weekend barbecue sound far more sophisticated than it really is.