Defy Gravity with Antigravity A1
Antigravity’s debut A1 drone, billed as the first all‑in‑one 8K 360 camera drone, is now on sale globally and is gearing up for an official launch in the Philippines. The sub-250-gram quadcopter pairs high-resolution spherical video with an immersive goggles-and-motion-controller system that aims to make flying feel more like riding along in the scene than steering a distant aircraft. Global pricing starts at US$1,599 for the standard bundle, with early Philippine listings indicating local SRP from about P84,990 once stocks arrive.
Global launch and PH rollout
Antigravity announced the commercial release of the A1 on Dec. 4, confirming that the drone is now shipping via the Antigravity Store and select retailers such as Best Buy in key markets. The brand, incubated by Insta360 and other partners, is positioning the A1 as a fresh product category that merges 360-degree capture with intuitive controls rather than a simple tweak to existing FPV or camera-drone platforms. Even before retail availability, the drone collected major accolades including a Red Dot design honor, a spot on Time’s Best Inventions list, a Good Design Award and a CES Innovation Awards “Best of Innovation” citation, underscoring Antigravity’s push to stand out in a crowded drone market.
You can grab the Antigravity A1 in the Philippines in several bundles tailored to different users. The Standard Bundle is priced at Php84,990, the Explorer Bundle at Php97,990, and the Infinity Bundle at Php104,990, all of which include the drone, goggles and controller, with the higher tiers adding more batteries and extra accessories.
8K 360 capture and imaging
At the core of the A1 is a dual-lens camera system built on 1/1.28-inch sensors capable of recording full-sphere video at up to 8K resolution at 30 frames per second. For creators who prioritize frame rate, the drone can also shoot 5.2K at 60 frames per second and 4K at 100 frames per second, giving room for slow-motion playback while still capturing everything around the aircraft. Because the A1 records every direction in a single pass, editors can later carve out conventional forward, top-down or chase-style shots, apply subject tracking or tiny-planet effects, and export in different aspect ratios for platforms like YouTube, Instagram Reels or TikTok from one flight.
This workflow effectively separates flying from framing: pilots can focus on line, altitude and safety in the moment, then decide later whether a shot works best as a sweeping landscape, a tight follow or an experimental 360 reframe. For creators used to re-flying missions to correct composition, the ability to pull multiple camera angles out of one battery’s worth of footage could streamline production and reduce risk.
Immersive controls and safety features
Instead of the traditional twin-stick radio controller, the A1 system revolves around the Antigravity Grip, a one-handed motion controller that uses a FreeMotion mode to translate natural arm movements into the drone’s flight path. Pointing, twisting or tilting the Grip steers the aircraft, letting new pilots lean on instinctive gestures while still benefiting from stabilized flight control.
Pilots view the world through Antigravity Vision goggles, which employ compact “pancake” optics and dual 1‑inch micro OLED displays to present a detailed image with head-tracking that lets users look around independent of the drone’s direction of travel. A Sky Path feature allows operators to design, save and automate complex flight routes that the A1 can then fly on its own, while a takeoff weight under 249 grams, user-replaceable lenses, return-to-home functions, obstacle-aware flight logic and a payload-detection system are intended to align with sub-250-gram regulations and prevent unsafe modifications.
According to Antigravity, the A1 offers up to about 25 minutes of flight time on the standard battery and a transmission range of up to 14 kilometers, giving pilots room to explore while staying within video link. The payload-detection safeguard is designed to flag excessive weight or improper add-ons before takeoff, positioning the drone as a platform for creative exploration rather than experimental payload work.
Bundles and pricing
Antigravity is selling the A1 as part of three main kits, all of which include the drone itself along with the Vision goggles and Grip controller, with differences centered on how many batteries and accessories are in the box. While the dedicated Philippine product page could not be accessed during research, the global store and early regional reports outline the following bundles and price structure.
- Standard Bundle – PhP84,990; includes the A1 drone, Vision goggles, Grip controller, one flight battery, a goggles battery, neck strap, basic cases and core accessories aimed at most users.
- Explorer Bundle – PhP97,990; builds on the standard kit with additional batteries and accessories to support longer flying and shooting sessions out of the box.
- Infinity Bundle – PhP104,990; adds three flight batteries, a multi-battery charging hub and a more comprehensive carry case on top of the Explorer configuration for heavy users and frequent travelers.
All three bundles are being rolled out through authorized Antigravity online store in the Philippines.
Giancarlo Viterbo is a Filipino Technology Journalist, blogger and Editor of gadgetpilipinas.net, He is also a Geek, Dad and a Husband. He knows a lot about washing the dishes, doing some errands and following instructions from his boss on his day job. Follow him on twitter: @gianviterbo and @gadgetpilipinas.
