Dashcams - Rear View Mirror USB Port

[steveo1960]

If you go Blackvue, you're paying twice the price, and there are other brands with better image quality at a lower price. Google and YouTube is your friend.

If you're looking for the best quality image, especially at night, look for something with the Sony Starvis 2 sensor.

VIOFO A229 Pro Duo 4K UHD is what will likely go in mine. I have the VIOFO A129 Pro Duo 4K + 1080P in my F150 and it's been bulletproof.

If you want compact and no screen, look at the Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2.

Two year old video, but it will give you a good intro into dashcams: Almost EVERYONE is Wasting Money on Dash Cams. - YouTube

hey.. Is this the one you are referring to?

https://www.amazon.com/VIOFO-A229-Pro-Channel-STARVIS/dp/B0CKYGLT5M/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1

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[Traxl]

There is a place in Canada that specializes in dash cams. Lots of good information on their website and YouTube channel. They carry Viofo, Thinkware, BlackVue, and others.

I have Thinkware in my GT500 and the wifes Explorer. The kids vehicles all have Viofo. I looked at BlackVue, because I like the look of the dash cam, but I preferred the Thinkware interface and cloud system.

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Vortex Radar on YouTube has quite a few reviews of dash cams and radar detectors. Lots of informative videos.

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On a side note. I have a Mustang GT on order, and was curious about the rearview mirror USB port. Is it USB-A or USB-C? Also, does it stay powered with the vehicle is off for parking mode?

 

[Mouse]

Hey All,

Looking for recommendations for a Dashcam which supports the USB amperage the Rear View mirror puts out. I am not a fan of dangling wires to use the 12v port and want something which is more aesthetic.
Thank you!

I purchased the Cobra, please with it and it comes with short usb cable.

 

[roadpilot]

hey.. Is this the one you are referring to?

https://www.amazon.com/VIOFO-A229-Pro-Channel-STARVIS/dp/B0CKYGLT5M/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1

Yes, that's it. But I get the kit with the hardwire install, the SD card, and the remote button.

 

[roadpilot]

On a side note. I have a Mustang GT on order, and was curious about the rearview mirror USB port. Is it USB-A or USB-C? Also, does it stay powered with the vehicle is off for parking mode?

USB-A

It stays on for a limited period of time. It's not on 24x7. If you get a dashcam with parking mode, you'll want to hardware it with a kit that will disable it if battery voltage drops below a (settable) number.

 

[roadpilot]

Thank you all.
Use case currently is for catching driving incidents just in case. Taking into account the car has motion sensors - parking incidents at my secure car spot is alright. She is not a grocery getter yet - so she ain’t going to be parked anywhere random anytime soon!

The viofo looks impressive - but seems like a lil bit of a big profile - any other recommendations for a low profile cam? I have no intentions of wanting a screen - I’ll switch SD cards during my drives anyway - so video overwrites is not a concern.

Relatively newer offering from VIOFO with the STAVIS2 sensor. No screen. Only 1 channel. Can't vouch for it, but you should take a look. This is a 2K camera, not a 4K.

https://www.amazon.com/VIOFO-VS1-Dashcam-STARVIS-Control/dp/B0CQV29RLB

Again, also look at the Garmin Mini 2. Only 1080p, but ...

https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-140-degree-Monitor-Connected-Features/dp/B0931YZ82P

 

[infinitemberstang]

Thanks roadpilot / the Garmin looks low profile and easy to use as well.

I also stumbled upon that —> https://a.co/d/9t7qhDo

Any thoughts/experience with that?

 

[roadpilot]

Thanks roadpilot / the Garmin looks low profile and easy to use as well.

Not bad for 2K 1CH unit.

I also stumbled upon that —> https://a.co/d/9t7qhDo

Any thoughts/experience with that?

Looks like hot cheap Chinese garbage to me. I wouldn't give them a nickel for it.

Bottom line, when it comes to dashcams, you get what you pay for. Cheap Chinese bullshit is cheap Chinese bullshit. You don't have to pay $500 for a solid setup, but you also aren't going to get away with a $40 or even $100 setup and get anything close to the same quality and performance.

Whatever you decide on, just make sure you can return it if you don't like it.

 

[infinitemberstang]

Thanks mate. Good tips. Will action on something and as you said / returnable with a full refund for the win

 

[GrabThatBlue]

I went full BlackVue build in mine (front and rear).

There are no dangling wires and I have a battery backup system running it for 19 hours of recording after car shut off (for those lovely times at the grocery store or parking lot where someone wants to park too close).

If you are getting a dashcam for shiz and giggles and YouTube stuff then no biggie but if you are getting one with a large feature set and a use case that is more geared towards keeping your car safe then I recommend a full proper install.

I'm actually going to be uninstalled it from my 2021 and having it reinstalled in my 2024.

Inrterested in your battery backup system for the same purposes..

 

[MCS]

Inrterested in your battery backup system for the same purposes..

BlackVue Power Magic Ultra Battery (B-130X). Runs both my front and rear cameras for like 19 or so hours when parked.

Audio Haven here in Ontario has a guy that does some top quality work and the owner of the shop ensures that higher end vehicles are given white glove touch!

 

[LouG]

There is a place in Canada that specializes in dash cams. Lots of good information on their website and YouTube channel. They carry Viofo, Thinkware, BlackVue, and others.

I have Thinkware in my GT500 and the wifes Explorer. The kids vehicles all have Viofo. I looked at BlackVue, because I like the look of the dash cam, but I preferred the Thinkware interface and cloud system.

BlackboxMyCar USA | Car Cams | Radar Detectors | OBD Scanners

Vortex Radar on YouTube has quite a few reviews of dash cams and radar detectors. Lots of informative videos.

Vortex Radar - YouTube

On a side note. I have a Mustang GT on order, and was curious about the rearview mirror USB port. Is it USB-A or USB-C? Also, does it stay powered with the vehicle is off for parking mode?

I used to be on a detector forum where Vortex thought he was God, or so admins thought.
His recommendations always seemed to go where he has affiliate links. He always seemed to find fault with some he got nothing out of. Like V1's.

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