How to Live Stream Drone Footage on Android: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Live Stream Drone Footage on Android: Step-by-Step Guide

To live stream drone footage on your Android device, follow these steps:

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1. Check Your Drone Compatibility

Ensure your drone supports live streaming. Popular drones with Android streaming capabilities include:

DJI Drones (Mavic, Mini, Air, Phantom series) – Use DJI Fly or DJI GO 4 apps.

Autel Drones (Evo series) – Use Autel Explorer app.

Parrot Anafi – Use FreeFlight 6 app.

FPV Drones – Use apps like DJI Fly, Litchi, or an external HDMI capture card.

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2. Install the Required Mobile App

Download the appropriate app for your drone from the Google Play Store:

DJI Fly (for Mini, Air, and newer Mavic drones)

DJI GO 4 (for older DJI models)

Autel Explorer (for Autel drones)

Parrot FreeFlight 6 (for Parrot drones)

Litchi App (for third-party DJI support)

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3. Connect Your Drone to Your Android Phone

1. Turn on the Drone and Controller.

2. Connect via USB or WiFi:

Most drones connect via USB-C or micro-USB cable to your phone.

Some (like Parrot Anafi) use WiFi for connection.

3. Open the App and Ensure You Have a Live Camera Feed.

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4. Set Up Live Streaming

For DJI Drones (Using DJI Fly or DJI GO 4)

1. Open the DJI Fly or DJI GO 4 app.

2. Go to Settings > Transmission > Live Streaming.

3. Select your streaming platform (YouTube Live, Facebook Live, or RTMP for Twitch, OBS, etc.).

4. Enter your Stream URL and Stream Key:

YouTube Live: rtmp://a.rtmp.youtube.com/live2/your_stream_key

Facebook Live: rtmp://live-api-s.facebook.com/rtmp/your_stream_key

Twitch: rtmp://live.twitch.tv/app/your_stream_key

5. Adjust stream quality (1080p, 30fps recommended).

6. Tap Start Streaming.

For Autel Drones (Using Autel Explorer)

1. Open Autel Explorer.

2. Go to Live Streaming settings.

3. Select a platform or enter an RTMP URL.

4. Configure resolution and bitrate.

5. Start streaming.

For FPV Drones

Use HDMI out from FPV goggles > HDMI capture card > Android device.

Use an app like Litchi (if supported) for direct streaming.

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5. Ensure a Stable Internet Connection

Use 4G/5G or WiFi (at least 5 Mbps upload speed).

Consider a mobile hotspot if streaming outdoors.

Avoid interference by flying in an open area.

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6. Start Your Live Stream

Check the preview on YouTube/Facebook before going live.

Monitor battery, signal strength, and overheating.

Stop streaming when needed via the app.