3D Robotics Solo Drone at Best Buy #SoloatBestBuy -

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Father’s Day is this Sunday! Are you still searching for that perfect gift idea? Each year I try to think out of the box. I mean, how many ties does your Dad really need? Best Buy is the destination for drones, including the new Solo™ by 3DR. Now is the time to explore for Father’s Day.

Solo, the Smart Drone, arrived in over 400 Best Buy stores on June 8, just in time for Father’s Day. It’s the first-ever drone powered by two integrated Linux computers, making capturing the perfect shot easy for anyone. The Solo retails for $999.

Not every Dad is going to be backpacking across Peru or going on a “walkabout” in Australia. Now with Grandpa retiring and vacationing all over the place that is a very real possibility. That’s what is great about this drone! It can be enjoyed at home as well as visiting your favorite getaway destinations. You can just imagine the faces of the guests at your Dad’s next backyard barbecue as he flies his drone around to capture pictures. We normally see the pictures that everyone has struck a pose for from the party. For once, I would like to catch Uncle Fred asleep in the chair with the dog licking his face. Was that Grandma dancing? I want to see real people enjoying themselves!

Solo can define its own flight, freeing users to focus on getting the shot. This intelligent drone is also the first to support full control of GoPro® cameras and deliver live HD video either wirelessly to your mobile device or through the controller’s HDMI port for live broadcasts.

My husband always enjoyed playing with the boys’ remote controlled cars and airplanes. This is taking that to a whole new level! Look at the picture quality! Plus, now you will be able to have it sent to your phone! Wow!

Have you started planning your summer vacation? How about family camping trip? Is your family the adventurous type? Maybe you could squeeze in a little bit of mountain climbing. Check out this gorgeous view: