Jaguar XF Dash Cam Buyers Guide 2022

Jaguar XF Dash Cam Buyers Guide

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 Vehicle.

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 XF even at night

Go Hands-FREE! in your Jaguar XFThis 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 Car 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.

THINKWARE FA200

This Dual dash cam captures video at 1080p Full HD in front and 720p in rear. It uses 2.12MP CMOS Sensor(front) and 1.0MP CMOS Sensor(rear) for a distortion-free, crisp image quality.

Built-in WiFi lets you download and view footage on your smartphone via the official app.

THINKWARE FA200 built with Super Capacitors and Thermal sensor, suitable for extreme temperatures.

Operating Temperature:

  • 14°F – 140°F
  • -10°C – 60°C

Storage Temperature:

  • -4°F – 158°F
  • -20°C – 70°C

Red light camera and speed camera alerts through the TWA-SGM GPS Antenna [optional]

Thinkware’s Anti-File Corruption Technology helps against Data fragmentation and file corruption.

Additional features:

  • Parking surveillance mode
  • impact and motion detection, 
  • energy saving
  • time lapse mode

SD Card and Hardwiring kit is also included in the package.

This dash cam is recommended for users from the USA and CA only.

What’s in the box!

  • Cigarette Power Cable, 
  • THINKWARE 16GB MicroSD Card with SD Card Adapter,
  • Rear View Camera, 
  • CS Information, 
  • FA200 Main Dash Cam Unit, 
  • Rear Cam Quick Start Guide, 
  • Adhesive Cable Clips (3ea), 
  • Rear Cam Cable, 
  • Mount with Extra 3M Adhesive Tape, 
  • Quick Start Guide/Warranty

Pros
  • Discrete dash cam

    SD card failure warning

  • Super capacitors integrated with thermal sensors.
Cons
  • Hardwiring is bit complicated
  • File transfer rate through wifi is average.

BlackVue DR750X 2CH

Front and rear camera record at 4k, 60 fps Full HD.

View angles –

    • Front :
      1. Diagonal 139°,
      2. Horizontal 116°,
      3. Vertical 61°.
    • Rear :
      1. Diagonal 139°,
      2. Horizontal 116°,
      3. Vertical 61°

Sony STARVIS™ image sensors for night / low light condition.

Built-in Wi-Fi and GPS, you can visualize the location and speed of your CAR during playback(can be turned off).

Native parking mode,helps to not drain your car battery.

Built in motion and impact detection automatically tags the video files seperately as Normal, Event, Parking mode motion or time lapse. This immensly helps you to eaily navigate and sort the videos.

You adjust the sensitivity of the impact detection sensors in the BlackVue app.

Micro-SD card alerts, in case if it ceases to function. so you can peacefully without the fear of not capturing essential footage.

With the free BlackVue Cloud service, you can check on your car from anywhere, anytime.

What’s in the box!

·         Camera

·         Cables

·         16 GB micro-SD card ( supports up to 128 GB Micro SD).

Pros
  • super stealthy, keep thieves at bay

    Ultra high build and image quality with Sony stravis image sensor

    Micro SD card alerts

    Adjust the sensitivity of impact/motion detection.

Cons
  • Need to buy power magic pro, power magic battery pack additionally

    Constant updates on the BlackVue app

FAQs;

Do i need internet connection to use the cloud feature?

YES, you need to have an internet connection in your car to use the cloud functionality but it is optional.

Does it record audio?

YES, BlackVue dash cam records audio inside your clearly. 

How long is the cable? will I be able to connect the rear camera in my CAR with that?

The cable provided is  6 meters(19.68 ft) long. I think it would be plenty enough to attach the rear cam in your car.

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