DJI may be preparing a surprising shift in its FPV lineup. Instead of the long-ru d Avata 3, new leaks suggest that the company is working on something unconventional—one that could shake up the emerging 360° drone segment. And with Insta360 gearing up for its own drone debut, the timing is anything but coincidental.

Reports now indicate that DJI’s next FPV-style release will arrive as the DJI Avata 360, designed to directly counter Insta360’s Antigravity A1the company’s first drone expected to launch in January next year. This marks a notable departure from expectations built over the last six months, which pointed toward a traditional third-generation Avata.

Rumors of the Avata 3 began circulating earlier this year, around the same period leaks hinted at the Neo 2 and Mini 5 Pro. Both of those drones have since materialized in one form or another, and the Neo 2 itself may be approaching a wider global rollout soon. But while many were waiting for DJI to follow up with a refined Avata 3, alleged prototypes that surfaced since May told a different story.

Photos showcased a drone that looked nothing like the Open 2. Instead of the compact, rounded FPV frame, the prototypes revealed a flatter, unconventional layout. That unusual design suddenly makes sense in light of the new claim: DJI isn’t refining the Avata formula; it’s repurposing it.

According to leaker Igor Bogdanov, who now claims to have received direct confirmation, DJI will introduce Avata 360, a drone aimed squarely at the 360° aerial capture market. This positions it as a direct competitor to Insta360’s upcoming Antigravity A1—a bold strategic move, considering Insta360’s dominance in immersive imaging.

Pricing speculation suggests a starting point around $1,099, though no supporting evidence has been shared yet. If accurate, DJI’s decision signals a pivot toward immersive FPV filmmaking at a time when the 360° drone niche is just beginning to heat up. The Avata 360 could be the opening shot in a new competitive chapter.

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(Sources: The New Camera,Igor Bogdanov)