BMW X3 Dash Cam Buying Guide

BMW X3 Dash Cam Buyers Guide

BlackVue DR900X- 2CH

  • 4K Ultra HD footage at 1080p resolution.
  • 8 MP front (CMOS sensor) and 2.1 MP rear (Sony Starvis™ sensor, best for low light)
  • 265 High Efficiency Video Coding system compresses video file without compromising quality.
  • With Cloud service you can enjoy live view from your dash cam on the BlackVue mobile app.
  • Native parking mode, without any additional accessories. 
  • Voltage cutoff and timer can be set in the BlackVue App to protect your vehicle’s battery.
  • Impact and motion detection.
  • Operation Temperature: : -20 °C, -4 °F – 70 °C ,158 °F (manufactured with super capacitors).
  • Built-in GPS to visualize your location on map during playback.
  • Built in WiFi helps to download video files instantly into your smartphone/tablet.
  • LTE module(optional) will provide an amazing cloud experience. 

What’s in the box!

  • BlackVue DR900X-2CH (Front Cam + Rear Cam)
  • Power Cord
  • Rear Cam Cable
  • x5 Cable Clips
  • Double-Sided Tape for Mounting Brackets
  • BlackVue 32 GB micro-SD Card
  • micro-SD Card Reader

Pros
  • Ultra-High definition image quality

    H.265 HEVC compression system

    Dual-band WiFi transfers file for up to 3x speed

    Super Discrete

Cons
  • the software needs to be updated freqently

    High priced but totally worth it

VAVA Dual Dash Cam

  • The VAVA dual dash cam is the Best 360° view Dash cam in the market.
  • Front (155°) and Rear (126°) camera captures the road at 1920 x 1080p 30fps giving you crisp view of licence plates.
  • Equipped with the Sony sensor(front IMX307 rear IMX323), you will get amazing image quality during both day and night condition.
  • The Built in WiFi allows you to configure, download to your smartphone via the ”VAVA Dash” app, so you can share the incidents footage anytime, anywhere.
  • Seamless loop recording will be automatically activated when start the engine. Recorded videos are saved in 1, 2 or 3-minute segments with an Auto-Looping mechanism. The older video segments will be overwritten by the new one. Support up to 128 GB Card( Class 10).
  •  The built-in G-sensor detects sudden shock or collision and will lock the video and keeps protected from being overwritten. This can be an vital information as evidence for insurance claims.
  • During the parking mode, the VAVA Dash cam will automatically record and save video footage when it detects any bumps. It acts as a surveillance camera system while you are away from your car, helps to prove in case of any vandalism.
  •  Operating temperature: 14°f – 122°f during battery power, and  32°f – 158°f during the parking mode..

What’s in the box!

     1X VAVA Dash Cam;

     1X Car Mount;

     1X Snapshot Button;

     1X VAVA Car Charger;

     1X Micro USB Cable with GPS Module;

     1X Crowbar,

     5X Cable Clips,

     1X Button Cell;

     1X User Guide,

     1X Thank you Card;

     1X Quick Installation Guide; 

Pros
  • Astounding 360° view.

    Dual dash cam with 2 Sony sensors.

     Hard-wiring not necessary as the 320mAh battery will be enough for parking.

    Basic but cost effective dash cam.

Cons
  • MicroSD card and not included.

    The design may compromise stealth.

Garmin Dash Cam Tandem

Garmin tandem is an ultra light Dash camera that records in tandem with two 180-degree lenses and provides complete 360 degree coverage around you and your BMW.

1440p Garmin Clarity HDR records crisp video details; 720p interior-facing lens with night vision featuring our exclusive NightGlo technology captures clear video of all passengers inside your BMW X3 even at night

Go Hands-FREE! in your BMW, This Pocket-size dash camera can be controlled with Voice commands (available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Swedish).

Garmin Drive uses the built-in GPS to automatically capture the location and time of events, while its built-in Wi-Fi allows you to view and share videos on your smartphone via the Garmin Drive mobile app.

Also The app allows you to control and view live footage from up to 4 dash cameras in synchronized mode on your smartphone

A charger with an extra USB port is included in the package, so drivers can charge their phone or another device while on the move

In parking mode, You can automatically record motion outside and inside your X3 when parked and turned off (may require cable, sold separately)

A 16 GB micro SD™ card is included, so you can start using the camera right out of the box

what’s in the box!

  • Garmin Dash Cam Tandem;
  • MicroSD™ card;
  • Low-profile magnetic mount;
  • 4 m power cable;
  • 1.5 m USB cable;
  • Dual USB power adapter;
  • Documentation

Pros
  • 360-degree coverage from two 180-degree lenses on your vehicle and around you.

    Discrete dash cam

    NightGlo technology at night is capable of capturing clear video of passengers

    Voice controlled

Cons
  • Driver alerts are not available on the Dash Cam Tandem

    Even though the Garmin tandem has a capacitor instead of a battery, it may get hot

Don’t get mislead by old reviews;
When first released in 2019, the Garmin dash cam Tandem and its app had lots of bugs, but over the years they have improved and solved all the issues through software and firmware updates.

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