- Thinkware U3000 Pro allows up to three-channel coverage
- It packs front (4K) and rear (2K) Sony Starvis 2 HDR cameras
- Connected Service Support allows for relax-time live view via an app
Thinkware has taken the wraps off its latest dash cam, which builds on the existing and popular U3000 with improved hardware and Connected Service support that allows drivers to monitor their vehicles remotely.
The new ‘Pro’ version remains equipped with a 4K UHD forward-facing camera and a 2K QHD rear-facing unit, both of which are powered by Sony Starvis 2 sensors (IMX678 and IMX675) for excellent quality footage in poor visibility and low light situations.
Thinkware’s Radar Event Detection system has been improved so its range now exceeds that of its predecessor. The technology essentially monitors vehicles at all times and acts like sensors and radars on modern cars to offer Advanced Driver Assistant Systems (ADAS), such as a forward collision warning and notifications when the vehicle in front moves away.
The U3000 Pro also features integrated Wi-Fi and GPS for accurate location recording in the event of an incident, with revised Smart Parking Modes that include high temperature safeguards and battery saving features, meaning the unit can enter a low power mode if it gets too hot — rather than switching off.
However, the camera must be hard-wired into a vehicle to make the most of parked car features. There’s also a separate LTE Wi-Fi router pack that needs to be purchased separately to use all of the connected features of the dash cam.
The company says that for fleet users, taxi drivers and professionals, the U3000 Pro also supports an optional infrared camera, enabling three-channel coverage for maximum driver and passenger protection.
Room for improvement
Improved Connected Service supports – which allows for remote vehicle monitoring via a smartphone app – offers real-time live view, impact alerts, vehicle tracking, driving history analysis and emergency notifications.
At $429.99 / £399 for the single channel U3000 Pro (around AU$800) and $549.99 / £479 for the two channel U3000 Pro (around $960), Thinkware says the latest version will become one of its “best-selling dash cams this Christmas”, due to the fact it offers extended radar coverage and improved connected features without increasing the price.
That said, the outgoing U3000 model is being discounted on Thinkware’s website, while still offering many of the features and the excellent twin cameras.
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