At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, XbotGo introduced the Falcon, a new AI-powered camera designed specifically for recording team sports hands-free. Launched for pre-order on January 5-7, 2026, this device aims to give parents, coaches, and fans professional-looking footage of youth games without needing constant manual adjustments or ongoing fees.
The Falcon is a successor to XbotGo’s earlier Chameleon model, building on years of development. It raised over $2.5 million on Kickstarter in late 2025, showing strong demand before the CES debut. Now, it’s available for pre-order at $599 (down from an original $699 price point), with shipping to early backers starting late January 2026 and full market release in March 2026.
Key Features and How It Works
The Falcon uses a dual-lens system (two “AI Eyes”) with a Sony IMX678 1/1.8-inch CMOS sensor for true 4K video at 30fps. One lens captures the full field while the other focuses on details like players or highlights. Powered by a 6 TOPS on-board AI processor, it automatically tracks players, detects ball movement, and adjusts framing with 360° rotation and 160° tilt. It supports over 20 team sports, including soccer, basketball, football, hockey, and more.
Smart improvements include locking onto the specific game ball to avoid distractions from sideline activity, plus jersey number recognition or manual player selection via the app for better tracking. The camera offers PiP (picture-in-picture) mode for wide + close-up views, auto-generated highlight reels, performance stats (like heatmaps and movements), and one-tap live streaming to YouTube, Facebook, or RTMP platforms—all without any subscription.
Other specs:
- 10,000mAh battery for up to 3-4 hours of recording.
- IP-rated all-weather build.
- Local storage via microSD/TF card up to 1TB (1024GB), plus optional cloud (20GB free in some plans).
- 120° field of view for wide coverage.
- Quick presets and physical buttons for fast setup.
Why It Stands Out
Unlike competitors like Veo (which costs $1,200+ plus $1,000+ yearly subscriptions for full features), the Falcon is a one-time purchase with no recurring costs for AI tracking, editing, highlights, or streaming. This makes it more accessible for families filming youth leagues, small teams, or casual games.
The device weighs about 810-815g (around 28-29 ounces) and mounts easily on a standard 1/4″ tripod. Setup takes about one minute: choose the sport, set field parameters if needed, and let AI handle the rest.
Reception and Availability
Early hands-on demos at CES praised its improved tracking (especially ball-lock) and no-subscription model. It’s positioned as a “prosumer” option—more advanced than basic phone recording but far cheaper than pro broadcast gear.
Pre-orders are live on the official site, with colors like Edge Green and Shadow Grey. A one-year warranty, free returns, and regular firmware updates are included.
For parents tired of shaky handheld videos or coaches wanting easy highlights, the XbotGo Falcon could be a game-changer. As AI cameras evolve, subscription-free options like this make advanced tech more reachable. Check xbotgo.com for the latest pre-order details and demos.
