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Old 10-09-2021 | 05:31 AM
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The current NB4 firmware update is done through the micro USB port as well, which works just fine. Which, BTW, if you haven't updated your firmware, I highly recommend it. Boot times and model switch times are greatly improved - really handy if you race more than one class and need to switch vehicles quickly.
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Old 10-10-2021 | 07:42 AM
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https://www.flysky-cn.com/noble-pro-description-2

Super good enough translation. You'd think they'd have better marketing and technical translators - or at least have a native proof read it first - heck, I'd do it for a free radio.

Hopefully that phone mount and rear handle thing are removable. Part of the reason I like the NB4 is it doesn't look like a 13 year old designed it, like every other surface radio :barf:
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Old 10-10-2021 | 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Cromulent
https://www.flysky-cn.com/noble-pro-description-2

Super good enough translation. You'd think they'd have better marketing and technical translators - or at least have a native proof read it first - heck, I'd do it for a free radio.

Hopefully that phone mount and rear handle thing are removable. Part of the reason I like the NB4 is it doesn't look like a 13 year old designed it, like every other surface radio :barf:
The phone mount is completely removeable and comes with a plate that replaces the phone mount if you want to keep the protection around the screen.
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Old 10-10-2021 | 09:03 AM
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Ugh, still has micro USB. I was really hoping for a switch to USB C.

I think I'm just going to stick with my NB4, as long as I can get the ESC mixing working properly for my MOA. I hope the thumb lever for the knob will be available separately for the regular NB4.
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Old 10-10-2021 | 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Cromulent
https://www.flysky-cn.com/noble-pro-description-2

Super good enough translation. You'd think they'd have better marketing and technical translators - or at least have a native proof read it first - heck, I'd do it for a free radio.

Hopefully that phone mount and rear handle thing are removable. Part of the reason I like the NB4 is it doesn't look like a 13 year old designed it, like every other surface radio :barf:
Read through the manual. It's really good, much better than the NB4 manual. Actually goes over how to use sensors, channel expanders, and talks about a new receiver with a built in gyro.

The mount is removable. Manual talks about it.
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Old 10-10-2021 | 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Raguvian
Ugh, still has micro USB. I was really hoping for a switch to USB C.

I think I'm just going to stick with my NB4, as long as I can get the ESC mixing working properly for my MOA. I hope the thumb lever for the knob will be available separately for the regular NB4.
I'll take micro over C anyday. It's a much more robust port, and the cables wear out first.
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Old 10-10-2021 | 10:14 AM
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They’re removable! Any word on price? Only found listings from dubious resellers.


Originally Posted by Cromulent
Hopefully that phone mount and rear handle thing are removable. Part of the reason I like the NB4 is it doesn't look like a 13 year old designed it, like every other surface radio :barf:
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Old 10-10-2021 | 11:43 AM
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Originally Posted by IRollForLife
They’re removable! Any word on price? Only found listings from dubious resellers.
Been looking...but, so far, I'm coming up empty-handed. If anyone finds these listed for purchase from a REPUTABLE seller (preferably an online retailer, NOT an 'individual' seller), PLEASE post the link(s) for everyone.

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Old 10-11-2021 | 07:36 AM
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$390 on Banggood. Upped the price quite a bit but still kinda reasonable. I'm too new to post links.
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Old 10-11-2021 | 07:38 AM
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$390 on Banggood. Upped the price quite a bit but still kinda reasonable. I'm too new to post links.
twice the value of nb4.
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Old 10-11-2021 | 08:21 AM
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Originally Posted by NirvashTheStamp
$390 on Banggood. Upped the price quite a bit but still kinda reasonable. I'm too new to post links.
Thanks, and no worries...got ya covered.

https://m.banggood.com/Flysky-Noble-...r_warehouse=CN
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Old 10-11-2021 | 02:32 PM
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Yikes, 2x the cost is a little too steep. I was hoping $250-300 max.

I guess at least it doesn't come with that horrible FGR4 receiver.
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Old 10-11-2021 | 08:35 PM
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I like the case it comes with, but 400$, really flysky?
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Old 10-11-2021 | 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by bratan
I like the case it comes with, but 400$, really flysky?
It'd be nice if it was more compact closer to the size of the radio - it looks like the same cheap giant case every brand slaps their name on. I'm not tossing my Tx into the back of a pickup - I just need a little protection for it in my hauler crate.
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Old 10-11-2021 | 08:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Cromulent
It'd be nice if it was more compact closer to the size of the radio - it looks like the same cheap giant case every brand slaps their name on. I'm not tossing my Tx into the back of a pickup - I just need a little protection for it in my hauler crate.
I carry it in black noble box, good enough for me.
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