Got a DJI drone as a birthday present and instead of having me install from the Play store they want me to install an apk directly from their website.

Does anybody know why this app isn’t on the play store? Is this legit or just a vector for malware?

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I’ve owned two dji products, the Air2S and osmo… 3? Both needed apps downloaded not via Google Play.

Given the size and reputation of DJI, you shouldn’t have any concerns.

Given DJI is Chinese and a similar size Chinese company was found spreading malware you should worry.

https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2023/03/android-app-from-china-executed-0-day-exploit-on-millions-of-devices/amp/

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