I owe Scott $5

We expect to have units ready for shipping today, but made the decision to hang onto them for the weekend to give adequate time for more rigorous burn-in testing. Unfortunately, we’re getting critical PCBs right now that we hoped to have much earlier. We just made the tough call that we don’t feel comfortable rushing finished units out the door in the next three hours, as much as the entire team is as eager to start shipping as you are for us to do so.

If you’ve been reading the comments closely from our last post, you might have noticed that I took Scott on in a friendly wager on whether we’d ship today or not. You win Scott. Please let me know how I can get you that $5. (Or I’d be happy to include it with your unit if you prefer.) Regarding your comment that you thought we wouldn’t ship until this fall, I’ll happily go double or nothing on that one if you’d like.

We’ll be burning the midnight oil through the weekend to make this happen (and maybe win my $5 back). Meanwhile, I have been looking into the options provided by Sambla on this page. With so many options for borrowing, it’s a wonder I still owe him $5.

Tobin

166 Comments

  • Tibor says:

    Tobin,
    Your transparency is much appreciated! So close!!

  • Tibor says:

    Tobin,
    Your transparency is much appreciated! So close!!

  • Fady says:

    Lol, I like your spirit guys. Unfortunately I cancelled my pre-order as I wasnt able to wait anymore but I still wish you guys all the best. Would love to see videos from users soon on the social media. In another word, I wish I will regret my decision :). Good luck.

  • Jim says:

    Just curious, I assume you don’t mean poly carbonated bi-phenyls when you say PCBs. Correct?

  • Jim says:

    Just curious, I assume you don’t mean poly carbonated bi-phenyls when you say PCBs. Correct?

  • Al Springstead says:

    Your team is awesome. I’m still hoping for a birthday delivery (June 19) this was a most promising news in the last 2 weeks. Thank so much for the wonderful news!

  • Al Springstead says:

    Your team is awesome. I’m still hoping for a birthday delivery (June 19) this was a most promising news in the last 2 weeks. Thank so much for the wonderful news!

  • Paul Hara says:

    Way to go team! I can almost hear the sound of my 4K flying camera!

  • Paul Hara says:

    Way to go team! I can almost hear the sound of my 4K flying camera!

  • tahazcity says:

    to paraphrase Paul Newman in “Hombre”, “I’m as patient as an oyster…”

    • Ron Gryn says:

      I haven’t seen that one, but any comparison to Paul Newman is a compliment in my book. πŸ˜‰

  • Dan says:

    “Regarding your comment that you thought we wouldn’t ship until this fall, I’ll happily go double or nothing on that one if you’d like.”

    Don’t even joke about shipping before fall.

    • Ron Gryn says:

      Dan we are still planning on shipping orders in the order placed and all pre-orders placed before today by the end of July.

  • Dan says:

    “Regarding your comment that you thought we wouldn’t ship until this fall, I’ll happily go double or nothing on that one if you’d like.”

    Don’t even joke about shipping before fall.

    • Ron Gryn says:

      Dan we are still planning on shipping orders in the order placed and all pre-orders placed before today by the end of July.

  • Jason B says:

    Yes!!! I’ll be on top of Mount Tam tomorrow πŸ™‚ Thanks for all the hard work. Sending you positive flow/energy, cheers!

    • Ron Gryn says:

      We appreciate the positive vibes. Mount Tam is where I spent Thanksgiving. It is beautiful up there.

  • Jason B says:

    Yes!!! I’ll be on top of Mount Tam tomorrow πŸ™‚ Thanks for all the hard work. Sending you positive flow/energy, cheers!

    • Ron Gryn says:

      We appreciate the positive vibes. Mount Tam is where I spent Thanksgiving. It is beautiful up there.

  • Gizmo says:

    Keep burning that midnight oil boys & girls & again Thanks for the clarity & honesty which is a breath of fresh air nowadays!.

    • Ron Gryn says:

      Gizmo, we are burning the midnight oil because our amazing, supportive, and understanding customers deserve no less.

  • Gizmo says:

    Keep burning that midnight oil boys & girls & again Thanks for the clarity & honesty which is a breath of fresh air nowadays!.

    • Ron Gryn says:

      Gizmo, we are burning the midnight oil because our amazing, supportive, and understanding customers deserve no less.

  • joseph says:

    you dont only owe scott.. you owe your customers big time… have a shame please, stop promising and deliver the goods. 1 yr and a half and still waiting.

    • Ron Gryn says:

      We are extremely grateful for the continued support and patience from all. Snap is getting ready to go out. We are very proud of our amazing creation, and want to deliver the best we can. Thank you for being with us for this journey.

  • Philip Coccari says:

    When do you think the DSM compatable units will go out?

    • Ron Gryn says:

      Hi Philip, we have had a number of questions about our DSM module. Our main focus is getting Snaps into our customers’ hands. Then we plan to turn our attention to the accessories like DSM modules, filters, and different rotor sets.

  • Philip Coccari says:

    When do you think the DSM compatable units will go out?

    • Ron Gryn says:

      Hi Philip, we have had a number of questions about our DSM module. Our main focus is getting Snaps into our customers’ hands. Then we plan to turn our attention to the accessories like DSM modules, filters, and different rotor sets.

  • Joan Solitario says:

    This isn’t just for beta testers right? These are actual orders going out to all? It would be great to get this soon! Thanks for the update!

  • Joan Solitario says:

    This isn’t just for beta testers right? These are actual orders going out to all? It would be great to get this soon! Thanks for the update!

  • Russell Cadman says:

    β€œI am altering the deal. Pray I don’t alter it any further.”
    ?Wot ?????
    Hey Tobin, is it true…
    “The ability to destroy a planet is insignificant next to the power of The Snap” (worth the wait βœ… hey)
    Lastly but not least, I always set project/tender deadlines to close on a Monday, not a Friday so there is always a weekend’s grace for the unexpected ???? lol
    Cheers ???

  • Russell Cadman says:

    β€œI am altering the deal. Pray I don’t alter it any further.”
    ?Wot ?????
    Hey Tobin, is it true…
    “The ability to destroy a planet is insignificant next to the power of The Snap” (worth the wait βœ… hey)
    Lastly but not least, I always set project/tender deadlines to close on a Monday, not a Friday so there is always a weekend’s grace for the unexpected ???? lol
    Cheers ???

  • Annette says:

    Good luck Snap team. Will be holding thumbs that it works out as planned. Snap is awesome.

  • Annette says:

    Good luck Snap team. Will be holding thumbs that it works out as planned. Snap is awesome.

  • Scott says:

    Ha…. hate to see this post though… seriously hate it.

  • Scott says:

    Ha…. hate to see this post though… seriously hate it.

  • Paul E. C. says:

    Tobin,
    We were all told nearly a YEAR ago that you would be shipping extra batteries with Snap to make up for….well whatever you want to call this past year.

    Please, please give me the respect we deserve and answer my question with a real, responsible answer…

    When will you be shipping the extra batteries?

    Please,

    • Ron Gryn says:

      Hello Paul, we are focused on getting Snap out the door and into the hands of our customers. While our commercial manufacturing process is underway, we do not have twice as many batteries built as every other part.

  • Paul E. C. says:

    Tobin,
    We were all told nearly a YEAR ago that you would be shipping extra batteries with Snap to make up for….well whatever you want to call this past year.

    Please, please give me the respect we deserve and answer my question with a real, responsible answer…

    When will you be shipping the extra batteries?

    Please,

    • Ron Gryn says:

      Hello Paul, we are focused on getting Snap out the door and into the hands of our customers. While our commercial manufacturing process is underway, we do not have twice as many batteries built as every other part.

  • Dan says:

    Too bad the bet wasnt $915 lol

  • Stephanie Richter says:

    Could you provide an update on the expected release for the Android version of the app for Snap?

  • Stephanie Richter says:

    Could you provide an update on the expected release for the Android version of the app for Snap?

  • Al Springstead says:

    Hello Vantage Team just to note my email has changed. it is now aspringstad@gmail.com. Thanks for updating my email address.

  • Al Springstead says:

    Hello Vantage Team just to note my email has changed. it is now aspringstad@gmail.com. Thanks for updating my email address.

  • chuck peck says:

    Can you explain “rigorous burn-in testing” means pls . . . Seriously—hasent all that whats been going on all this thyme so far? …tks

    • Tobin Fisher says:

      Burn in testing needs to be done on the actual units being shipped. Electronic devices tend to either fail quickly or last a long time. Burn in is a technique to catch the ones that will fail quickly.
      This is different from the benchtop testing, design validation testing, performance testing, reliability testing, environmental testing, emissions testing, drop testing, user testing, field testing, beta testing, and quality testing that we’ve been doing for a while now.

  • chuck peck says:

    Can you explain “rigorous burn-in testing” means pls . . . Seriously—hasent all that whats been going on all this thyme so far? …tks

    • Tobin Fisher says:

      Burn in testing needs to be done on the actual units being shipped. Electronic devices tend to either fail quickly or last a long time. Burn in is a technique to catch the ones that will fail quickly.
      This is different from the benchtop testing, design validation testing, performance testing, reliability testing, environmental testing, emissions testing, drop testing, user testing, field testing, beta testing, and quality testing that we’ve been doing for a while now.

  • Paul Hara says:

    Come on, the way I see it, the less time they have to spend answering emails the faster they can our Snaps shipped.

  • Paul Hara says:

    Come on, the way I see it, the less time they have to spend answering emails the faster they can our Snaps shipped.

  • chuck peck says:

    Thank Tobin, now thats what i call a great clear explination, much appreciated, had no idea that much testing was being performed, gotta live the fact this product turned in a “First Place” on Necker island, thank you for ur time and smartining me up sum!

  • chuck peck says:

    Thank Tobin, now thats what i call a great clear explination, much appreciated, had no idea that much testing was being performed, gotta live the fact this product turned in a “First Place” on Necker island, thank you for ur time and smartining me up sum!

  • Joe Kerby says:

    So is the android app ready? A few months back I remember reading on one of the comments that because of the delays that it was going to be ready when snap shipped. Is that still the case? Can’t wait for my email. Thanks

  • Joe Kerby says:

    So is the android app ready? A few months back I remember reading on one of the comments that because of the delays that it was going to be ready when snap shipped. Is that still the case? Can’t wait for my email. Thanks

  • Second Try...Paul E. C. says:

    I will try again.

    Tobin,
    We were all told nearly a YEAR ago that you would be shipping extra batteries with Snap to make up for….well whatever you want to call this past year.

    Please, please give me the respect we deserve and answer my question with a real, responsible answer…

    When will you be shipping the extra batteries?

    Please,

  • Second Try...Paul E. C. says:

    I will try again.

    Tobin,
    We were all told nearly a YEAR ago that you would be shipping extra batteries with Snap to make up for….well whatever you want to call this past year.

    Please, please give me the respect we deserve and answer my question with a real, responsible answer…

    When will you be shipping the extra batteries?

    Please,

  • philip says:

    Quote:
    Hi Philip, we are offering our customers the choice of how they want their extras shipped. If you would prefer to have everything shipped in one single shipment, we will gladly do that for you. Just respond to your shipping verification email as such, and we will hold your shipment until we can ship it in one shipment. Vantage Robotics has set up various ways to offer customer support. We have phone lines, email, and we are working on setting up pop up chat button to our website. We are setting up a new sales avenue where our customers can customize their shopping carts. We are ready to support our customers the way they supported us through this journey. Thanks
    Unquote

    What I do not get is that you do not release the App, but you are almost shipping. How can people control the Snap then ?

    And if they need more parts – e.g. the promised extras for pre-orders – there is nothing on the site for now.
    And yet, the first official shipments should reach people any day now.

    Also- please give us some info on the pace you are shipping – when shipment relating to a specific order week go out.

  • philip says:

    Quote:
    Hi Philip, we are offering our customers the choice of how they want their extras shipped. If you would prefer to have everything shipped in one single shipment, we will gladly do that for you. Just respond to your shipping verification email as such, and we will hold your shipment until we can ship it in one shipment. Vantage Robotics has set up various ways to offer customer support. We have phone lines, email, and we are working on setting up pop up chat button to our website. We are setting up a new sales avenue where our customers can customize their shopping carts. We are ready to support our customers the way they supported us through this journey. Thanks
    Unquote

    What I do not get is that you do not release the App, but you are almost shipping. How can people control the Snap then ?

    And if they need more parts – e.g. the promised extras for pre-orders – there is nothing on the site for now.
    And yet, the first official shipments should reach people any day now.

    Also- please give us some info on the pace you are shipping – when shipment relating to a specific order week go out.

  • No surprise about further delays. What I don’t understand is the delay in sending the second battery. When customs intercepts my parcel I have to go and pick it up or pay a handling fee regardless of whether or not I have to pay tax. So when you finally ship to me I am going to have to go twice to customs to collect my snap and extras or give up my place in the queue for a single shipment.
    Also :
    Will you be using expedited delivery?
    Why can you not give a more precise shipping schedule for preorders?
    Where are the apps?
    Why are your beta testers still under NDA?
    What is the schedule for the promised add-ons? (Originally meant to be available autumn 2016)

    NB please do not use the word soon. Unlike VR, I find it hard to view this process in astronomical time frames.

    • Ron Gryn says:

      The reason for the delay in shipping the extras is that we do not have the required fixtures, space, personnel, etc. to build twice as many batteries as full units and have them all ready to ship. Most of our customers would rather play with Snap sooner and wait for the extras to get caught up.

  • No surprise about further delays. What I don’t understand is the delay in sending the second battery. When customs intercepts my parcel I have to go and pick it up or pay a handling fee regardless of whether or not I have to pay tax. So when you finally ship to me I am going to have to go twice to customs to collect my snap and extras or give up my place in the queue for a single shipment.
    Also :
    Will you be using expedited delivery?
    Why can you not give a more precise shipping schedule for preorders?
    Where are the apps?
    Why are your beta testers still under NDA?
    What is the schedule for the promised add-ons? (Originally meant to be available autumn 2016)

    NB please do not use the word soon. Unlike VR, I find it hard to view this process in astronomical time frames.

    • Ron Gryn says:

      The reason for the delay in shipping the extras is that we do not have the required fixtures, space, personnel, etc. to build twice as many batteries as full units and have them all ready to ship. Most of our customers would rather play with Snap sooner and wait for the extras to get caught up.

  • David says:

    How many were you able to ship today?

    • Ron Gryn says:

      I am sorry, but we have stated before how we are not revealing sales numbers. The plan is still the same. We will ship in the order purchased. We plan to have all orders placed by May 31, 2017 shipped by the end of July, 2017.

  • David says:

    How many were you able to ship today?

    • Ron Gryn says:

      I am sorry, but we have stated before how we are not revealing sales numbers. The plan is still the same. We will ship in the order purchased. We plan to have all orders placed by May 31, 2017 shipped by the end of July, 2017.

  • chuck peck says:

    I just knew i’d (we) would be receiving an update today ( think you said over week-end for rigorous burn-in testing, but no reply at all, but shipping was gonna be today, but pre-sale pop-up is still active and its 8:30pm pst, dissapointed Eye Am.

    • Ron Gryn says:

      Chuck, we are leaving the “pre-order” pop-up up until we take care of the backlog. We cannot ship to new customers without shipping to our loyal and amazing supporters. Pre-order in this case simply means that an order placed today will not ship within two weeks.

  • chuck peck says:

    I just knew i’d (we) would be receiving an update today ( think you said over week-end for rigorous burn-in testing, but no reply at all, but shipping was gonna be today, but pre-sale pop-up is still active and its 8:30pm pst, dissapointed Eye Am.

    • Ron Gryn says:

      Chuck, we are leaving the “pre-order” pop-up up until we take care of the backlog. We cannot ship to new customers without shipping to our loyal and amazing supporters. Pre-order in this case simply means that an order placed today will not ship within two weeks.

  • Paul says:

    Not sure if any Snaps actually shipped today, but I just noticed a post on Instagram showing a couple of Snaps being packaged!

    Ron, I’m curious – what’s the small red object at the front of the box next to the rotor set?

  • Paul says:

    Not sure if any Snaps actually shipped today, but I just noticed a post on Instagram showing a couple of Snaps being packaged!

    Ron, I’m curious – what’s the small red object at the front of the box next to the rotor set?

  • Russell Cadman says:

    Yes saw the photo too on instagram??βœ…
    Looks awesome ??
    Be sure to post a pic of the first Snaps being posted too as this is a really important milestone that needs to be acknowledged/celebrated by all.
    Well done ??

  • Russell Cadman says:

    Yes saw the photo too on instagram??βœ…
    Looks awesome ??
    Be sure to post a pic of the first Snaps being posted too as this is a really important milestone that needs to be acknowledged/celebrated by all.
    Well done ??

  • Third Try...Paul E. C. says:

    I will try again.

    Tobin,
    We were all told nearly a YEAR ago that you would be shipping extra batteries with Snap to make up for….well whatever you want to call this past year.

    Please, please give me the respect we deserve and answer my question with a real, responsible answer…

    When will you be shipping the extra batteries?

    Please,

  • Third Try...Paul E. C. says:

    I will try again.

    Tobin,
    We were all told nearly a YEAR ago that you would be shipping extra batteries with Snap to make up for….well whatever you want to call this past year.

    Please, please give me the respect we deserve and answer my question with a real, responsible answer…

    When will you be shipping the extra batteries?

    Please,

  • Al Springstead says:

    That red object looks like the cover that is over the camera!

  • Al Springstead says:

    That red object looks like the cover that is over the camera!

  • Joe says:

    Weekend’s over. Shipped yet or nah?

  • Joe says:

    Weekend’s over. Shipped yet or nah?

  • Andreas says:

    When Snap is shipped, you immediately will find actual user videos on YouTube (searching for “vantage robotics snap”). There’s still none, up to now.

    • Ron Gryn says:

      I do not understand your question or concern. Snap will not automatically upload to YouTube if that is what you are concerned about. The operator will still need to do that.

  • Andreas says:

    When Snap is shipped, you immediately will find actual user videos on YouTube (searching for “vantage robotics snap”). There’s still none, up to now.

    • Ron Gryn says:

      I do not understand your question or concern. Snap will not automatically upload to YouTube if that is what you are concerned about. The operator will still need to do that.

  • Scott says:

    App is now available

  • Scott says:

    App is now available

  • Paul E. C. says:

    Ron,
    Lame answer man…

  • Paul E. C. says:

    Ron,
    Lame answer man…

  • Dan says:

    “Snap is real & we cant wait to see what you’ll do with yours”

  • Dan says:

    “Snap is real & we cant wait to see what you’ll do with yours”

  • Chris says:

    Whats the app called Scott?

  • Chris says:

    Whats the app called Scott?

  • Jeff says:

    Chris, search iTunes for Vantage Robotics. I don’t have an Apple device at the moment to download and test.

    I was unable to find an app for Android.

  • Toby says:

    Is the app available on android/Google play, what’s the name?

    Congrats on shipping!!!

  • Toby says:

    Is the app available on android/Google play, what’s the name?

    Congrats on shipping!!!

  • Scott says:

    Like Jeff said, search vantage robotics in iTunes.
    Now all I need is this camera…. hope to get it by July with an order placed November 2015…. but then again, if it delivers in the fall, my prediction will have been right.

  • Scott says:

    Like Jeff said, search vantage robotics in iTunes.
    Now all I need is this camera…. hope to get it by July with an order placed November 2015…. but then again, if it delivers in the fall, my prediction will have been right.

  • Tibor says:

    WOOOHOOO!!!!!! Hard work and perseverance will pay off!! Congratulations on Shipping!!!!

    V/r

    Tibor

  • Tibor says:

    WOOOHOOO!!!!!! Hard work and perseverance will pay off!! Congratulations on Shipping!!!!

    V/r

    Tibor

  • Greg W says:

    So – which order dates are you currently fulfilling? Mine is early Feb 2016. Too late to change my address?

    Thanks
    Greg

  • Greg W says:

    So – which order dates are you currently fulfilling? Mine is early Feb 2016. Too late to change my address?

    Thanks
    Greg

  • Bruce says:

    Pushed my flyover video gig from this month to the 15th-20th of July. Praying I don’t cost myself 3k because if I can’t get the drone their the client will be sourcing another company… Appreciate you guys actually sticking to your ship dates… appreciate transparency but, it doesn’t pay the bills..

  • Bruce says:

    Pushed my flyover video gig from this month to the 15th-20th of July. Praying I don’t cost myself 3k because if I can’t get the drone their the client will be sourcing another company… Appreciate you guys actually sticking to your ship dates… appreciate transparency but, it doesn’t pay the bills..

  • Eddiebo says:

    Happy Days. . . .

    Okay has anyone been able to get the app on iTunes yet? My iPad couldn’t find it so I found it on my desktop and emailedit to myself. Clicking on the link on my iPad opens up the Apps store but nothing displays. It just says “Vantage Robotics LLC” and that’s it. I’d love to get it so I can check out the manuals

    What say you ? ? ? ?

  • Eddiebo says:

    Happy Days. . . .

    Okay has anyone been able to get the app on iTunes yet? My iPad couldn’t find it so I found it on my desktop and emailedit to myself. Clicking on the link on my iPad opens up the Apps store but nothing displays. It just says “Vantage Robotics LLC” and that’s it. I’d love to get it so I can check out the manuals

    What say you ? ? ? ?

  • SB says:

    I was able to download the app onto my iphone successfully. I searched the app store for “vantage robotics” and it popped up. I’ve opened it and gone through the tutorials without any issues. I’m in the USA.

  • SB says:

    I was able to download the app onto my iphone successfully. I searched the app store for “vantage robotics” and it popped up. I’ve opened it and gone through the tutorials without any issues. I’m in the USA.

  • Eddiebo says:

    Thanks SB. I’m thinking my iPad is just ready to be replaced. πŸ™‚

  • Eddiebo says:

    Thanks SB. I’m thinking my iPad is just ready to be replaced. πŸ™‚

  • Paul E. C. says:

    Ron,
    No buddy, that is a non answer.
    With your miserable track record, I don’t expect the extra battery until June 2018.
    Ronald, say something to inspire confidence!
    Will it be a month?
    Will it be 6 months?

    Or, never?

    You don’t have any obligation to answer, but Lordy you darn well should.

    Restore some of your credibility Ronaldo!

  • Paul E. C. says:

    Ron,
    No buddy, that is a non answer.
    With your miserable track record, I don’t expect the extra battery until June 2018.
    Ronald, say something to inspire confidence!
    Will it be a month?
    Will it be 6 months?

    Or, never?

    You don’t have any obligation to answer, but Lordy you darn well should.

    Restore some of your credibility Ronaldo!

  • Chris says:

    Cheers Jeff, I’m Android it must not be out yet.

  • Chris says:

    Cheers Jeff, I’m Android it must not be out yet.

  • Andreas says:

    Ron,
    I simply wanted to state, that very soon after shiping, the early adoptors will proudly post their first Snap videos via YouTube. No question or concern, I’m only bursting with curiosity to see those first masterpieces

  • Why are you deleting posts? Is this the new face of vr?

    • Ron Gryn says:

      This is a community blog for everyone, any post that violates our policies will be deleted. Inappropriate comments and posts will be deleted.

  • Why are you deleting posts? Is this the new face of vr?

    • Ron Gryn says:

      This is a community blog for everyone, any post that violates our policies will be deleted. Inappropriate comments and posts will be deleted.

  • Max says:

    Any update on shipping?

    • Ron Gryn says:

      We are shipping in the order of purchase. We will send you an email confirming your address when your Snap is being prepared for shipment.

  • Max says:

    Any update on shipping?

    • Ron Gryn says:

      We are shipping in the order of purchase. We will send you an email confirming your address when your Snap is being prepared for shipment.

  • Russell Cadman says:

    Hi Ron, Could someone please load another photo to instagram, the last photo of a SNAP being packed was really exciting and very welcomed?

  • Russell Cadman says:

    Hi Ron, Could someone please load another photo to instagram, the last photo of a SNAP being packed was really exciting and very welcomed?

  • Daniel Apperson says:

    Can someone let me know what happened? I’m in the first 10% of orders and 6 weeks ago I got an email saying my snap was shipping soon. Nothing since and no response to my calls and messages

    Daniel

  • Daniel Apperson says:

    Can someone let me know what happened? I’m in the first 10% of orders and 6 weeks ago I got an email saying my snap was shipping soon. Nothing since and no response to my calls and messages

    Daniel

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