I bought DJI’s banned camera — it was cheap and easy
The author purchased a banned DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Pro camera from Temu, an online marketplace, for $659.28, which is cheaper than the previous model. The camera was shipped from a fulfillment center in Oregon, and the author notes that the FCC ban on DJI cameras does not se…
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The author bought a banned DJI camera from Temu, an online marketplace, for a lower price than the previous model. The camera was shipped from Oregon, and the author questions the effectiveness of the FCC ban on DJI cameras.
Imagine you want to buy a camera that's not allowed in the US. You can still buy it online from a website called Temu, and it will be shipped to you from a place in Oregon. This is because the rules that say you can't buy this camera are not being followed.
Analysis
DJI's Banned Cameras and the FCC Ban
The recent ban on DJI cameras in the US has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the ban. The ban, which was implemented in December 2025, prohibits the importation, marketing, and sale of DJI cameras in the US. However, as this story highlights, it appears that the ban is not being enforced, and banned cameras can still be easily purchased online.
The author purchased a DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Pro camera from Temu, an online marketplace, for $659.28. The camera was shipped from a fulfillment center in Oregon, and the author notes that the packaging is primarily in English, Chinese, and French, but has regulatory markings from many countries, including Canada, China, Brazil, Japan, Korea, and the UAE. The box does include the "This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules" boilerplate.
The author questions the effectiveness of the FCC ban on DJI cameras, noting that the ban does not seem to be enforced. The author also notes that the camera starts up with Chinese menus, and neither the camera's regulatory screen nor the box display an FCC ID, suggesting that DJI may not have followed the ban.
The story highlights the ease with which banned DJI cameras can be purchased online, and the apparent lack of enforcement of the FCC ban. It also raises questions about the effectiveness of the ban and whether it is being enforced.
The Impact of the Ban on DJI Cameras
The ban on DJI cameras has significant implications for the company and its customers. The ban prohibits the importation, marketing, and sale of DJI cameras in the US, which could have a significant impact on the company's sales and revenue. However, as this story highlights, the ban does not seem to be enforced, and banned cameras can still be easily purchased online.
The author notes that the camera was shipped from a fulfillment center in Oregon, and the author questions the effectiveness of the FCC ban on DJI cameras. The author also notes that the camera starts up with Chinese menus, and neither the camera's regulatory screen nor the box display an FCC ID, suggesting that DJI may not have followed the ban.
The Future of DJI Cameras in the US
The future of DJI cameras in the US is uncertain. The ban on DJI cameras has significant implications for the company and its customers, and it is unclear whether the ban will be enforced. The author notes that the camera was shipped from a fulfillment center in Oregon, and the author questions the effectiveness of the FCC ban on DJI cameras.
The story highlights the ease with which banned DJI cameras can be purchased online, and the apparent lack of enforcement of the FCC ban. It also raises questions about the effectiveness of the ban and whether it is being enforced.
Key points
- The author purchased a banned DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Pro camera from Temu, an online marketplace, for $659.28.
- The camera was shipped from a fulfillment center in Oregon.
- The author notes that the FCC ban on DJI cameras does not seem to be enforced.
- The camera starts up with Chinese menus, and neither the camera's regulatory screen nor the box display an FCC ID.
- The author questions the effectiveness of the FCC ban on DJI cameras.
If the FCC ban on DJI cameras is enforced, it could lead to a decrease in the sale of DJI cameras in the US, which could negatively impact the company's sales and revenue. However, if the ban is not enforced, it could lead to a continued ease of access to banned cameras, which could have negative implications for national security.
If the FCC ban on DJI cameras is not enforced, it could lead to a continued ease of access to banned cameras, which could have negative implications for national security. Additionally, the lack of enforcement of the ban could lead to a decrease in trust in the FCC's ability to regulate and enforce its rules.
