The Dashcam / Car Video Recorder (DVR) Thread

driverace · 22nd March 2016, 10:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by kabir3551

After the Supreme Court judgment banning dark films the problem of heating started.

Well, if you want to be street-legal & avoid cop troubles (when they're least expected), I would suggest NOT to get films. ~any visibility less than 100%.. i.e. 70%/50%/whatever%

Quote:

Originally Posted by kabir3551

Already members have expressed that they haven't experienced any problem with the dashcam under the sun.

Yes. that's my experience too, so far.
Although, I admit, there have been few instances only, where I have had the car parked in direct sun for long periods (in mumbai/pune kind of climate)
As you are in Pune too, I guess apart from core-summer time, it should be okay to leave the cam in the car.
^ Strictly my opinion.

Quote:

Originally Posted by kabir3551

Driverace if you can wait for the delivery of the cam from gearbest then it is fine. Because patience in current time is hard to find. According to you, how many days it will require to reach you??

Yes, I can wait for 15-20 days

I did wait for 20 odd days when I ordered the 0801 from aliexpress also (exactly 2 years ago)

Thanks,

Ace.

EDIT-
Just saw these deals & now confused:

Xiaomivxiao Yi camera with 1010 Mah battery & almost same quality as SJ4000
There is a sale coming up on aliexpress @ 29 March = where this is supposed to cost 70USD

Haven't read anything yet about this, but the form-factor looks so perfect for helmet mounting! here:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/SJCAM...8.13.11.ar12Pv
And this would be 56USD in sale starting 29th March!

:/

Any inputs?

JonSnow · 22nd March 2016, 11:36

Finally went ahead and ordered the A118C from gearbest last night. Price was $53 (approx Rs 3700), which includes $2 for insurance (wasn't sure if it's required but went ahead with it). Got the message today that it has been shipped. Now the wait begins. Hope it doesn't take too long.

a4anurag · 22nd March 2016, 11:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by JonSnow

Got the message today that it has been shipped. Now the wait begins. Hope it doesn't take too long.

Fingers crossed for you.

I too bought from GearBest. My dashcam was shipped on 01.03.2016, not sure where it is currently. Tracking says, 'Departed from hub'.

kavensri · 22nd March 2016, 13:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by a4anurag

Fingers crossed for you.

I too bought from GearBest. My dashcam was shipped on 01.03.2016, not sure where it is currently. Tracking says, 'Departed from hub'.

Hi Anurag,
Mine, it took around 3 weeks (details from tracking website below)

Date
Status
17/02/16 10:30
Item pre-advice received
18/02/16 08:47
Item received for processing
21/02/16 02:29
Order departed on flight from origin
29/02/16 10:33
Order departed from sorting hub
07/03/16 15:21
Order received into final destination country
07/03/16 17:40
Order customs cleared and lodged with localdelivery agent
10/03/16 14:58
Order delivered

So, if i have to go by same logic, then you should be receiving it soon.

Gerardfdz · 22nd March 2016, 14:55

After reading here that many had ordered a GT300 dash cam I too ordered - but the price was 19.95/- on the 30th Jan
Novatek Mini Car DVR Camera GT300 Dashcam 1920x1080 Full HD 1080p Video Registrator Recorder G-sensor Night Vision Dash Cam

I received it on the 26th Feb!
Since then I installed it myself. Have posted the install on facebook - Mahindra XUV 5OO Owners Group (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...levant_count=7)

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a4anurag · 22nd March 2016, 16:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by kavensri

Hi Anurag,
Mine, it took around 3 weeks (details from tracking website below)

Haha. I bookmarked your post for reference to check on the time-lines.

Look at the tracking as of now:

The Dashcam / Car Video Recorder (DVR) Thread-untitled.jpg

Not sure if the website isn't updated or it is stuck somewhere. Totally clueless.

JonSnow · 23rd March 2016, 19:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by a4anurag

Fingers crossed for you.

I too bought from GearBest. My dashcam was shipped on 01.03.2016, not sure where it is currently. Tracking says, 'Departed from hub'.

Mine was shipped by Netherlands Registered Post. Their website says that Track & Trace on international registered mail is supported for specific countries and the list they provided does not include India

.

kabir3551 · 23rd March 2016, 20:04

I am waiting for my Transcend DrivePro 220. Today only received Transcend 64GB MicroSD.

ckranjan · 23rd March 2016, 21:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by a4anurag

Haha. I bookmarked your post for reference to check on the time-lines.

Look at the tracking as of now:

Attachment 1488831

Not sure if the website isn't updated or it is stuck somewhere. Totally clueless.

mine looks the same. I have already complained to gearbest.

a4anurag · 24th March 2016, 05:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by ckranjan

mine looks the same. I have already complained to gearbest.

I have complained too and got the shipping costs refunded.

Look at the latest development:

Current status as per 17Track:
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.. But with an Alert which could mean any of the following:
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I am going mad with this and I find AliExpress better than GearBest. Not sure what I should conclude with that Alert. Shall wait for a day and see if anything changes.

Wish I could reorder from AliExpress.

EDIT:

Status as per Direct Link

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Status as India Post App

The Dashcam / Car Video Recorder (DVR) Thread-screenshot_20160324051449.png

Not sure which one is to be believed.

Dry Ice · 24th March 2016, 11:47

I got mine from GearBest too, was delivered with the promised 45 days. GB has a limited range, but the rates are often less than AE. I decided to go with GB as I was getting the GPS model here while AE was selling without GPS, prices were about the same.

Did not have much trouble with the shipping and tracking. GB customer care is pretty responsive, better than AE as per my experience. Hope you guys get the cams soon.

graaja · 24th March 2016, 12:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by a4anurag

I am going mad with this and I find AliExpress better than GearBest. Not sure what I should conclude with that Alert. Shall wait for a day and see if anything changes.

My suggestion, wait for a few days. Usually, once the goods reaches customs, the time it takes to clear depends purely on luck. I have had items that took more than 2 weeks to clear customs. Also, the tracking service for these low cost shipping methods is totally unreliable. Trying to track the shipment only gives heartburn. Tracking works only when you pay more for special shipping services. Wait for a few more days and your package should be there without any issues.

kabir3551 · 24th March 2016, 21:26

Today received my Transcend DrivePro 220. Built quality is good. BoneCollector can you tell me the best settings for it. I have already bought 64GB card for it.

TheMariner · 29th March 2016, 17:38

After reading through all the replies and the threads, i've shortlisted these two.
(1) Transcend 16 GB Drive Pro 220, and
(2) SJCAM X1000 Wifi HD 1080P 12MP

The product links on Amazon :
http://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00U...k_ql_qh_dp_hza

and

http://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B01A...ls?ie=UTF8&me=

Can anyone tell me which one is better ?

kabir3551 · 29th March 2016, 21:08

TheMariner good news for you is that Transcend DrivePro 220 is now available at Rs. 9k and 64GB card for Rs. 1175/- I bought that for Rs. 9672/- and 64GB card for Rs. 1275/-
Transcend is good and very easy to setup. Comes with great features. I can upload the video tomorrow from my dashcam for your perusal.

I wont be able to comment on SJCAM X1000, as I have neither used it nor checked its reviews.

22nd March 2016, 11:36	#917
JonSnow BHPian Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 168 Thanked: 168 Times	Re: The Dashcam / Car Video Recorder (DVR) Thread Finally went ahead and ordered the A118C from gearbest last night. Price was $53 (approx Rs 3700), which includes $2 for insurance (wasn't sure if it's required but went ahead with it). Got the message today that it has been shipped. Now the wait begins. Hope it doesn't take too long.
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22nd March 2016, 14:55	#920
Gerardfdz BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 214 Thanked: 66 Times View My Garage	Re: The Dashcam / Car Video Recorder (DVR) Thread After reading here that many had ordered a GT300 dash cam I too ordered - but the price was 19.95/- on the 30th Jan Novatek Mini Car DVR Camera GT300 Dashcam 1920x1080 Full HD 1080p Video Registrator Recorder G-sensor Night Vision Dash Cam I received it on the 26th Feb! Since then I installed it myself. Have posted the install on facebook - Mahindra XUV 5OO Owners Group (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...levant_count=7) Mod Note : It is now imperative for you to upload pictures directly to the Team-BHP Server. Click here to view our pictorial help article on uploading pics. Please submit images ONLY via the Team-BHP Attachment System. Last edited by Aditya : 23rd March 2016 at 07:25. Reason: Please check mod note
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23rd March 2016, 20:04	#923
kabir3551 BHPian Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Pune Posts: 92 Thanked: 54 Times	I am waiting for my Transcend DrivePro 220. Today only received Transcend 64GB MicroSD.
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24th March 2016, 11:47	#926
Dry Ice Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: -- Posts: 3,617 Thanked: 7,691 Times	Re: The Dashcam / Car Video Recorder (DVR) Thread I got mine from GearBest too, was delivered with the promised 45 days. GB has a limited range, but the rates are often less than AE. I decided to go with GB as I was getting the GPS model here while AE was selling without GPS, prices were about the same. Did not have much trouble with the shipping and tracking. GB customer care is pretty responsive, better than AE as per my experience. Hope you guys get the cams soon.
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24th March 2016, 21:26	#928
kabir3551 BHPian Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Pune Posts: 92 Thanked: 54 Times	Today received my Transcend DrivePro 220. Built quality is good. BoneCollector can you tell me the best settings for it. I have already bought 64GB card for it.
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29th March 2016, 17:38	#929
TheMariner Newbie Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Kolkata Posts: 13 Thanked: 17 Times	Re: The Dashcam / Car Video Recorder (DVR) Thread After reading through all the replies and the threads, i've shortlisted these two. (1) Transcend 16 GB Drive Pro 220, and (2) SJCAM X1000 Wifi HD 1080P 12MP The product links on Amazon : http://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00U...k_ql_qh_dp_hza and http://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B01A...ls?ie=UTF8&me= Can anyone tell me which one is better ?
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29th March 2016, 21:08	#930
kabir3551 BHPian Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Pune Posts: 92 Thanked: 54 Times	The Dashcam / Car Video Recorder (DVR) Thread TheMariner good news for you is that Transcend DrivePro 220 is now available at Rs. 9k and 64GB card for Rs. 1175/- I bought that for Rs. 9672/- and 64GB card for Rs. 1275/- Transcend is good and very easy to setup. Comes with great features. I can upload the video tomorrow from my dashcam for your perusal. I wont be able to comment on SJCAM X1000, as I have neither used it nor checked its reviews. Last edited by kabir3551 : 29th March 2016 at 21:26.
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