# Mi Drone - Explore & Record

> Photo & Video

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1182281556](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1182281556)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1182281556`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Beijing FIMI Technology CO.,LTD
- **Category:** Photo & Video
- **Rating:** 2.00 / 5 (56 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.9
- **Last updated:** 2018-01-03
- **First published:** 2016-12-08
- **Size:** 99 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mi-drone-explore-record/id1182281556)

## Description

Connect the Mi Drone Chrome extension with your Mi Drone hardware to explore new perspectives at your fingertips. Enjoy a real-time map view, flight parameters, and an HD camera to capture photos and videos during flight.

Key features include a real-time map view and flight parameters; quick Take Off, Land, Return to Home, Orbit, Dronie, Tap-fly, and Waypoints; safety systems such as GPS tracking, Return to Home on low battery or disconnect, and auto hover in No-Fly Zones; flight records for distance and duration; and easy sharing of photos to Facebook, Twitter, and WeChat.

## Rankings

- #229,923 — Overall

## Review summary

Overall negative sentiment: the app is largely unusable on current iOS due to outdated updates, compatibility issues with iOS 13+ and newer iPhone models, and frequent login/connection errors. Some users report it works on very old devices, but essential features are missing and support is poor.

### Pros

- Connectivity with Xiaomi Mi Drone 4K on older iPhone models.
- Comprehensive and easy-to-use interface.
- When it works, it connects and operates the drone.

### Cons

- Lack of updates for years, making the app unusable on current iOS versions.
- Major compatibility issues with iOS 13+ and newer iPhone models (XR/XS/X).
- Frequent login/connection problems (login failed, RC connection errors).
- Missing essential features (e.g., follow-me mode, ability to download original video) and no iPad support.
- Limited or poor ongoing support from the manufacturer.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1182281556)