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Irish Examiner
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Irish Examiner
70mai Omni dash cam review: 4K surveillance with a twist (literally)
Dash cams have come a long way from grainy, single-lens recorders. The 70mai 4K dual-channel rotating dash cam, also known as the 4K Omni, takes things to a whole new level. This compact device combines impressive 4K front recording, a secondary rear camera, AI-powered security features, and a motorised lens that can physically pan across a full 340 degrees. I've spent the last month with it hardwired into my vehicle. Design and build quality The 70mai Omni looks more like a futuristic gadget than a traditional dash cam. Its rounded, 'egg-like' design isn't just for show, as the rotating camera module allows for wide-angle movement and flexible positioning, enabling full vehicle coverage with minimal obstruction from your windscreen. The materials feel solid and well-constructed, with a high-gloss black and matte finish combination. A small screen allows for quick reference and basic configuration, while the ports (USB-C for power, microSD slot, and rear camera input) are smartly tucked away. A magnetic CPL (circular polarising lens) was included in the kit I received for this review, and it's a great addition. It helps reduce glare and improves overall image clarity. Setup and installation Everything you need is included in the box, including the main unit, rear camera, power cables, mounting tape, and even a plastic trim tool for tucking wires. Setting up the front camera is straightforward: peel and stick. Installing the rear camera requires a bit more effort, as the long cable needs to be carefully routed around your vehicle's interior trim and furnishings to ensure a tidy and secure setup. Hardwiring is where things get more complicated. My kit came with the 70mai hardware kit UP04, which needs to be spliced into your car's electrical system. There's no plug-and-play fuse tap adapter included, but as long as you're careful and confident in your skills, installation isn't particularly difficult. There are three wires: red, black, and yellow. The red wire should be connected to a fuse that provides constant power, even when the engine is off. The yellow wire needs to be connected to a fuse that only supplies power when the vehicle is on. The black wire must be grounded to the vehicle's chassis. However, if you're not comfortable working with car wiring, I'd strongly recommend opting for a professional installation. Once installed, the 24/7 surveillance and 4G connectivity features come alive. Features and smart tech The 4K front camera uses Sony's Starvis 2 sensor and can record at 60fps (though this drops to 30fps when the rear camera is connected). Voice commands let you tell the camera where to look, left, right, inside, or forward. It feels futuristic and genuinely useful when something suspicious happens. With AI Motion Detection 2.0 and dual Hall effect sensors, it can precisely track suspicious movement while parking mode is enabled. It supports instant alerts, live streaming via the app, 'Find My Car' GPS tracking, and buffered emergency recording. Add 4G connectivity, and you can monitor your car in real-time from anywhere. Of course, you'll need a 4G SIM card with an active data plan to use the 4G module. The app is intuitive, allowing you to adjust recording sensitivity, change camera positioning for driving or parked modes, and download footage over WiFi 6. However, the remote view can be slightly delayed, and the 720p stream isn't quite as sharp as you might expect for live feeds. You also get driver assist features, such as lane departure warnings and collision alerts, which are helpful, although not as refined as those found in modern OEM systems. Image quality and performance The front camera's image quality is top-tier. Recording at up to 4K 60fps with rich colour depth and impressive sharpness, it handles both day and night scenarios extremely well. 70mai's proprietary MaiColor Vivid+ and Night Owl Vision technologies work behind the scenes to reduce glare, balance exposure, and enhance details, particularly useful in night-time driving and low-light car parks. The rear camera is slightly less exciting. It's limited to 1080p at 30fps, and while it does an adequate job for rear-end incidents or rear-view recording, I wish it offered a 2K option to match the main unit's quality. The ability to manually pan and reposition the lens gives a huge edge for capturing side-window incidents or for use as a cabin cam. Motion detection works well, though it only applies to the front camera, not the rear. Verdict The 70mai 4K Omni Dash Cam is one of the most feature-rich and intelligent dash cams I've tested to date. The rotating lens, 4K clarity, 4G support, and AI surveillance offer peace of mind, whether you're on the road or parked. If you're serious about vehicle security, this dash cam is a worthwhile investment. From €315 70mai
Hindustan Times
04-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Amazon Summer Sale 2025 deals on car and bike accessories: Up to 70% off car vacuum cleaners, dash cams and more
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This Amazon Sale features powerful and compact models from top brands like Portronics, AGARO and more These vacuums are built for efficient cleaning, especially in tight car interiors. As part of the Amazon Great Summer Sale, you also get additional bank offers for extra savings. If you're looking for practical and affordable deals on car accessories, now's the perfect time to grab a vacuum that fits your car care needs and budget. Capture every drive with the best dash cam deals at up to 70% off during the Amazon Sale 2025. As part of the Amazon Summer Sale 2025, top brands like 70mai, Qubo, DDPAI, Redtiger, and more are offering feature-packed dashcams at unbeatable prices. From full HD recording to night vision and parking mode, these models are built for safety and clarity on the road. Plus, enjoy extra bank offers under the Amazon Great Summer Sale. If you're hunting for smart and reliable deals on car accessories, these dash cam discounts are hard to pass up. 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Irish Times
24-04-2025
- Automotive
- Irish Times
70mai's Dash Cam 4K Omni HDR sentry review: Tough security in a unique package
70mai Dash Cam 4K Omni HDR Price : €396 Website : Where To Buy : 70mai It is rare that I can look at a dashcam and think: that's cute. Technology in general is functional rather than adorable. It might be well designed, it might look sleek, but cute? That doesn't happen too often. The 70mai Dash Cam 4K Omni, though, pulls it off. You read that right: a dashcam. I've seen all sorts of dashcams in the past few years. Mostly they're boxy, sometimes they have 4K and occasionally they have some souped-up features to persuade you to part with your cash. The 70Mai Omni stands out from the crowd, particularly when it comes to its design. Forget about square or rectangular dashcams, the Omni looks more like a robot, with a cylindrical design and a rotating lens that is more R2D2 than utilitarian. Think friendly, rather than functional. READ MORE It's not just designed that way for the sake of it either. The cylindrical body means the lens can rotate 360 degrees, making it more versatile than rival dashcams especially when it comes to placement. There is a small screen on the back that can display the dashcam footage in real time, information about your journey or an animated character that occasionally gives you a thumbs-up or a grin. Again, it's cute. But a dashcam needs to be more than aesthetically intriguing. The footage has to be top notch, too, given that it may be something you later rely on in the case of a road incident. The Omni, as the full name suggests, has 4K capabilities and the resulting footage is sharp and detailed. Even at night, it performed well, with Omni bringing in its 'Night Owl Vision' technology to make sure things are crisp. That quality is due in part, no doubt, to the Sony Starvis 2 technology that 70Mai has used. If there is an incident, you can be reasonably secure that the camera will have you covered. Out of the box, the features are impressive. The Omni HDR set includes a 1080 rear camera, so all angles of the car are covered. You will need a big windscreen though. I'm not a fan of things dangling near the windscreen – no furry dice here – and the Omni 4K is definitely less compact than other dashcams, at least vertically. It includes advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) that will help you with collision warnings, lane departure and other warnings. There was a moment while driving when the dashcam warned me of an oncoming pedestrian detected – a cyclist a bit ahead of us on the road. There are other features to note, too. It has GPS built in, along with collision detection that will automatically mark footage if the camera detects an incident. And there are AI features, as seems to be the fashion these days. This is particularly useful if you want to use the camera as a mini sentry while you are out of the car, with the parking surveillance feature keeping an eye on your car while you are otherwise engaged. But to enable that feature, you will have to invest in a kit to hardwire the camera into your car. 70Mai has a 4G-enabled kit that you can pick up either as part of a bundle or as an extra for about €40, so if something happens to your car, you will be alerted instantly, and you can also use it to locate the car or access the footage from the camera remotely. 70Mai's AI motion detection will follow any movement outside the car – again, another win for the rotating lens – and keep any potential threats in its sights. Good Easy to set up and install, the 70Mai dashcam can be adjusted to capture multiple angles without needing to be removed and re-sited. The 4K upgraded footage is good quality. The 360-degree lens can be adjusted to cover other parts of the car, including the interior or out the side windows. That comes in handy for the parking surveillance features or if there is something going on outside the car that you need to keep evidence of. The motion detection is a handy extra. The ADAS features were fairly accurate, identifying vehicles moving off and potential hazards at around the same time as my car's built-in systems. Bad While it can be adjusted in all manner of ways, it is a bit awkward to put on the windscreen, depending on where you put it. There is a knack to it, and that takes a few tries to get, but the angled joint helps. It's a bit bigger than some other dashcams, and protrudes a little lower than I'd like. Everything else The hardwire kit is extra – about €40 if you want to get the 4G version, which will bring some connected features to the system. Verdict Great footage, with a design that stands out.
