As FPV controllers evolve, gamepad-style designs are gaining attention—especially among simulator-first and younger pilots. This industry update explores the shift toward handheld FPV controllers, compares traditional transmitters with gamepad-style alternatives, and examines how changing user habits, simulator training, and flight controller ecosystems are shaping the future of FPV control.

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