Ambarella’s CV5 AI system‑on‑chip is now embedded in Antigravity’s Antigravity A1, the company’s first 360‑degree drone that captures 8K video and performs on‑device AI inference. The CV5 chip, built on Ambarella’s CVflow architecture, delivers 8K video at 30 fps while consuming under 2 watts and 8K at 60 fps under 5 watts, keeping the drone’s power budget well below the five‑watt threshold required for battery‑operated flight.
The A1 is marketed as the world’s first 8K all‑in‑one 360‑degree drone, weighing less than 250 grams and featuring dual lenses that provide a full‑sphere view without external attachments. By integrating the CV5 SoC, Antigravity can offer a compact, battery‑efficient platform that captures high‑resolution video and processes it locally, eliminating the need for constant cloud connectivity. This capability is expected to appeal to commercial, consumer and prosumer customers in infrastructure inspection, agriculture, utilities and public safety.
Ambarella’s CEO highlighted that the partnership “pushes drone imaging forward, capturing more detail reliably in more situations.” The move underscores Ambarella’s strategy to broaden its edge‑AI portfolio beyond automotive and security into the rapidly growing drone market. The CV5’s low‑power, high‑throughput design positions Ambarella as a key supplier for next‑generation drones that require both high‑quality video and low‑power AI inference, reinforcing its competitive edge in the edge‑AI silicon market.
Antigravity plans to demonstrate the A1 at CES in Las Vegas during the week of January 5, 2026, giving the drone a high‑profile launch in the industry’s largest trade show. The partnership signals a growing trend toward autonomous, high‑resolution aerial platforms that can operate independently of cloud infrastructure, a shift that could accelerate adoption of AI‑enabled drones across multiple verticals.
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