How To Connect Phone To DJI NEO

Connecting a new drone like the DJI Neo to your smartphone for the first time can sometimes feel like a complicated task. If you're struggling to establish a connection, you're not alone.

This guide is designed to walk you through the entire process, providing clear, step-by-step instructions to ensure you can successfully link your DJI Neo to the DJI Fly app and prepare for your first flight without any trouble.

Power on the DJI Neo and enable Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and location services on your smartphone

To begin the connection process, you must first prepare both your DJI Neo and your smartphone. Press and hold the power button on the DJI Neo until it powers on. Next, on your smartphone, navigate to your settings and ensure that Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and location services are all turned on. These three functions are essential for the DJI Fly app to locate and communicate with your drone. For the initial activation, your phone may also need a mobile data connection and access to a 5GHz Wi-Fi band for a stable link.​

Download and open the DJI Fly app on your smartphone

The DJI Fly app is the command center for your drone, so you must have it installed on your phone. If you are using an iPhone, you can download the DJI Fly app directly from the App Store. However, for Android users, the process can be different; you may need to visit the official DJI website to download the correct APK (Android Package Kit) file and install it manually, as the version on the Google Play Store may not be up to date or compatible. Once installed, open the app to proceed to the connection stage.​

Tap the "Connection Guide" in the bottom right corner of the DJI Fly app, select DJI Neo, and then choose "Connect via Mobile Device"

With the DJI Fly app open on its home screen, look for the "Connection Guide" button, which is located in the bottom right corner of the screen. Tapping this will open a menu where you can select your drone model. Scroll through the list of devices and select "DJI Neo". After selecting your drone, the app will present you with connection options; choose "Connect via Mobile Device" to initiate the process of linking your smartphone directly to the drone via Wi-Fi.​​

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the Wi-Fi connection between your phone and the DJI Neo

After selecting the mobile device connection option, the DJI Fly app will guide you through the final binding steps. The app will prompt you to press and hold the power button on the DJI Neo for approximately three to five seconds to put it into linking mode. Your smartphone will then detect the drone's unique Wi-Fi network and will display a pop-up asking for permission to connect; tap "Join" to allow the connection. At this point, the app will finalize the binding process. You may also be prompted to activate your DJI Neo and install any available firmware updates, which is recommended to ensure your drone has the latest features and safety improvements.​​

Once connected, you can control the DJI Neo using the virtual joysticks within the DJI Fly app

After a successful connection, the DJI Fly app will display a live video feed from the DJI Neo's camera. To fly the drone manually, go to the "Controls" page within the app and select "Manual Control" from the list of available modes. This will bring up virtual joysticks on your screen. The left stick is used to control the drone's altitude (up and down) and its orientation (left and right yaw), while the right stick controls its forward, backward, and side-to-side movements. Beyond manual flight, the app also gives you access to all of the DJI Neo's other features, including intelligent flight modes and camera parameter settings.

By following these detailed steps, you should have your DJI Neo successfully connected to your smartphone and ready for flight. The process involves preparing both devices, using the DJI Fly app's connection guide, and following the on-screen prompts to bind the drone. Once connected, the app provides full control over the drone's flight and camera functions, opening up a world of creative possibilities.

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