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Can you use a rear dash cam as a backup cam?

Technically, it is possible by using the app viewer or built-in screen to preview what your rear dash cam looks like to see it in real-time, but it is a tedious process to set that up every time. We would not recommend this for several reasons:. We r

What is an LCD screen dash camera?

An LCD screen dash camera is one that is equipped with an LCD screen for viewing recorded video footage and setting up the camera. Generally LCD screen dash cameras are easier to use and do not require the use of a smartphone to review footage in the

Does window tint affect dash cams?

In many ways, tinted windows will have a comparable effect to sunglasses. During the day, it may reduce glare but won't compromise video quality at all. At night, however, tint does tend to restrict how much light gets through to the sensor; thus, th

Should you use a GoPro as a dash cam?

Starting off with the pros of the GoPro as a dash cam, we have camera quality and lens view angle. The GoPro not only excels in these departments, but it’s one of the better cameras you can buy for high-quality, ultra-wide angles. Additionally, loope

Are there any wireless dash cams? I hate all the wires.

Many new dash cam users believe connecting the rear camera (and/or other cameras) to the front camera wirelessly should be an option, as they are unwilling to disassemble the interior of their vehicles when installing a 2+ channel system out of fear

What is a WiFi dash camera?

A WiFi-equipped dash camera is one which is equipped with a WiFi connection as a feature. A dash camera with WiFi will typically come with a downloadable smartphone (Android or iOS) app, which you can use to:. In order to connect to the camera using

Which dash cam is best for rideshare drivers?

Whether you’re currently a cab driver or you’re driving for Uber and Lyft, chances are, you would have heard about the benefits of having an IR dash cam on board. However, if you are new to rideshare, you may have a lot of questions on which dash cam

Should I get a dash cam if I drive a Tesla or an electric vehicle?

There are many reasons why we still recommend our customers into purchasing a dash cam even when they drive an electric vehicle, like a Tesla or Rivian, that offers built-in dash cam capabilities like Sentry Mode or Gear Guard. Reasons include increa

Can I use a Cloud dash cam to manage my fleet?

Yes, a Cloud dash cam can help you manage your fleet. The advancement of technology, particularly GPS and Cloud connectivity, has opened up a whole new world of possibilities and efficiencies. For instance, fleet managers can now make route alteratio

Which of your dash cams have Sony STARVIS 2 technology?

Since 2023, Sony STARVIS 2 technology has brought many advancements to the world of dash cams, like improved low-light performance and contrast, greater clarity, and lower power consumption, which is beneficial for parking mode. All major dash cam br

Are reflective windshield sunshades bad for my dash cam?

Reflective windshield sunshades might be useful, but not if you have a dash cam or any electronic device installed in your windshield. We do not recommend having a Dash Cam or similar device on your windshield when using a reflective windshield sunsh

My SD card is stuck in "Read-Only" mode, "write protected", or otherwise won't format! What should I do?

If you have connected your SD card to your computer and attempted to format it, only to find that it is stuck in a "read-only mode", "write protected" or otherwise fails to format, then it is most likely that your SD card has gone bad and is no longe