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| The Osmo Pocket 4 comes with an upgraded, larger battery compared to the previous model. (Image source: Federation of Independent Photographers) |
The rumor mill is officially in overdrive. Fresh on the heels of the Avata 360's appearance, DJI's next-generation vlogging camera, the highly anticipated Osmo Pocket 4, has now passed through the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), spilling crucial details about its specifications and marking a significant step towards its commercial release.
The FCC filing, a required step for electronic devices sold in the US, acts as an unofficial treasure trove for tech enthusiasts, and the details for the Osmo Pocket 4 are particularly exciting. The biggest takeaway? Users can expect a substantial boost in battery life.
A Significant Power Boost for Extended Shooting
According to the FCC documentation, the Osmo Pocket 4 will be equipped with a rated battery capacity of 1,545 mAh. This represents a major 18% leap from the 1,300 mAh battery found in the popular Osmo Pocket 3.
When you factor in the typical "rated" versus "advertised" capacity that companies use, this strongly suggests DJI will market the Osmo Pocket 4 with a typical battery capacity exceeding 1,600 mAh. For creators, this translates to a potential 20% or more increase in recording time, meaning less time worrying about battery levels and more time capturing the action.
You can delve into the technical specifics yourself through the official FCC ID lookup page for the device: 2ANDR-OP041.
What’s New and What’s Staying the Same?
While the battery is getting a welcome upgrade, the FCC filing also reveals that DJI is sticking with some familiar technology to keep costs down. Notably, the Osmo Pocket 4 will not receive a Wi-Fi upgrade and will remain with a Wi-Fi 5-capable modem. This means transfer speeds to your smartphone will be similar to its predecessor, which most users have found perfectly adequate for moving video files.
Additionally, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) support is confirmed to return. However, it remains to be seen whether the Osmo Pocket 4 will advance beyond the BLE 5.2 standard that DJI afforded its predecessor.
For a visual breakdown of the leaked details, the team at The New Camera has an excellent analysis of the FCC findings that you can check out here: DJI Pocket 4 FCC Analysis.
(Image: A side-by-side comparison graphic of the Osmo Pocket 3's 1,300 mAh battery vs. the Osmo Pocket 4's 1,545 mAh battery, highlighting the 18% increase.)
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The Bigger Picture: DJI’s End-of-Year Product Blitz
The Osmo Pocket 4's FCC appearance is not an isolated event. It signals that DJI is gearing up for a significant product launch cycle before the year's end. The drone and camera manufacturer seems poised to refresh several key product lines, with the Avata 360 drone also recently making its regulatory debut.
This aggressive timeline suggests that DJI is aiming to capture the crucial holiday shopping season, positioning the Osmo Pocket 4 as the must-have vlogging and content creation tool. While the official launch date is still unknown, FCC certifications typically precede a product's announcement by a matter of weeks.
For those looking to snag a deal on the current model, the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 is still available on Amazon and remains an incredibly capable device: Buy DJI Osmo Pocket 3 on Amazon.
What to Expect Next
The FCC filing gives us a solid foundation of what to expect, but it leaves many questions unanswered. We are still eagerly awaiting official details on the sensor size, video recording capabilities (will we see 8K?), low-light performance, and any new AI-powered features.
For further speculation and community discussion, resources like GSMGoTech are already theorizing about what these leaks mean for the final product: Beyond the Leaks: DJI's Osmo Pocket 4 Tipped.
One thing is clear: the portable camera market is about to get a lot more interesting. With a confirmed battery boost and a launch seemingly just around the corner, the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 is shaping up to be a formidable successor.
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| (Image source: FCC) |
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