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Thinkware - U3000 PRO Front & Rear

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"the 8:7 aspect ratio and 5.3k. That gives me much more freedom when reframing shots."


"Nice crisp clear 4K especially if you keep your streams and upload them to YT later."


"You're not going to get much better quality than BlackVue 700 models."

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"I also run the hardwire kit and keep my car monitored when it's parked outside my workplace."


"it can be on sentry mode and activate if something hits the car."

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"My forerunner 245 is still going strong 5 years in."


"My 245 music has lasted me since 2016 without issues."


"I’ve had it 4+ years and works just as well as the day I got it!"

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"My DR970X Plus from JAN 2025 through JAN 2025 does NOT have HDR and is being returned immediately. ... HDR is not a fad, passing trend, or conspiracy pushed by Alex Jones. It the most basic item a camera must have to be useful at capturing details like license plates. ... Without HDR you might as well replace the recorded footage with the Windows 98 Bezier screensaver and extra-long mouse cursor trails. ... Recording a grainy blur in 4K is a high-quality grainy blur but it's still a grainy blur."


"The thinkware, while you can see a lot, is blown out so bad you can't make any license plates or signs out."


"it is still hard to read plates."

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"99+ alerts this morning during overnight parking in my own driveway. ... Must have detected every car that went buy. ... Makes the feature useless."


"it catches A LOT of moments of nothing ... Cars passing by, people walking thru the parking lot. ... turning on the car reports the number of incidents that are sometimes so high that I don't even bother to review."

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"setting up things like VLANs is horrible compared to other brands listed in this thread"


"if you end up wanting to change any of the default settings, it’s probably the least user friendly networking gear I’ve ever used."


"Maybe i screwed up the configuration, but it was also more complicated than my current Asus. Hoping to avoid that again. Need something the other family members can handle without any input, like we currently have."

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r/DashcamDASH CAM RECOMMENDATION
3 months ago

THINKWARE U3000 with OBD ii cable has the best parking mode function with dual radar to identify activity. They just released U3000 Pro with HDR and improved rear camera. I have 2 of them and very happy with quality and support. Ordering the Pro for my new car next week with OBD as well

r/DashcamPERFECT 3CH DASHCAM?
3 months ago

I have (2) THINKWARE U3000 dual Dashcams and consider them excellent. Customer service is next level too. Parking mode with the OBD ii connector and dual radar provides the longest parking protection without buying expensive battery pack. I just sold my Honda so selling my U3000 and buying the U3000 Pro to install in new car next week. So yes happy user. But now 3rd. Camera, and no brand is going to give you that 360 view. If interior camera was wide angle never be in focus inside and outside, lenses don’t work like that

r/DashcamPERFECT 3CH DASHCAM?
3 months ago

I have (2) THINKWARE U3000 dual Dashcams and consider them excellent. Customer service is next level too. Parking mode with the OBD ii connector and dual radar provides the longest parking protection without buying expensive battery pack. I just sold my Honda so selling my U3000 and buying the U3000 Pro to install in new car next week. So yes happy user. But now 3rd. Camera, and no brand is going to give you that 360 view. If interior camera was wide angle never be in focus inside and outside, lenses don’t work like that

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r/DashcamThinkware U3000 Pro?
3 months ago

Just got mine from Amazon yesterday so it’s available now

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r/DashcamI want a dashcam, but I was advised against it.
2 months ago

Hello, I personally have always had different Thinkware dashcams. Right now I have the U3000 Pro 2ch. I have always have great luck with Thinkware. Plugs in 3 different ways, OBDII, hardwire and cigarette lighter. I chose the OBDII on this dashcam.

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r/DashcamParking mode dash cam suggestions?
2 months ago

U3000 pro for parking monitoring will do what you need.

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r/4RunnerLooking for Dashcam recommendations
7 months ago

Go to r/dashcams and/or blackboxmycar.com. That is where I went. I bought my own and took it to a local shop for the install. Make sure to check with the shop that they will install something else if you don't buy from them. I am running a Thinkware 4k front and 2k rear dual channel set up. I did have to buy a little mounting bracket off of Amazon to mount the rear camera, but there are plenty of options. Mine just had some small screws to help secure it. I am loving it so far and I hope to only need it to record drives though some amazing locations and not have to worry about a wreck again.

r/4RunnerLooking for Dashcam recommendations
7 months ago

Go to r/dashcams and/or blackboxmycar.com. That is where I went. I bought my own and took it to a local shop for the install. Make sure to check with the shop that they will install something else if you don't buy from them. I am running a Thinkware 4k front and 2k rear dual channel set up. I did have to buy a little mounting bracket off of Amazon to mount the rear camera, but there are plenty of options. Mine just had some small screws to help secure it. I am loving it so far and I hope to only need it to record drives though some amazing locations and not have to worry about a wreck again.

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r/dashcamsWhat front and rear dash cam are you running right now?
6 months ago

I have the Thinkware U3000 2 channel. It fits my needs but I miss the screen my viofo a129 pro had. The rear camera on the Thinkware fits under my rear sunshade which is why I went with this one.

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r/mazda3What is the best dash cam for my 4th generation Mazda 3 Sedan?
about 2 months ago

Rather than supporting Amazon's evil ways and potentially getting a counterfeit product, I recommend supporting a smaller retailer that's going to offer you a decent price, actual support, and knowledgeable reviews. I usually order from [https://www.blackboxmycar.com/](https://www.blackboxmycar.com/) and have been very happy with their service. Now, since you asked for "best" and not "best at a reasonable price" I think you'll be looking at a Thinkware U3000 Pro (4K front and 2K rear), BlackVue DR970X-2CH (4k front and HD rear cameras) or VIOFO A329T (4K front and 2K rear cameras). I personally like the Viofo ones better because of the screen, but they don't have cloud capabilities. So, if you want to protect yourself from auto theft, where the camera leave along with the car, then you'll want something that's cloud-enabled like the BlackVue. In reality, each of the options above are way more cameras than anyone needs and are likely more expensive than what you're willing to pay. Each manufacturer also offers decent cameras with similar specs for much less. But without knowing your price point and you looking for "the best", those are it. For me, I'm more concerned about recording while driving and watching out for parking lot dings, so I'm fine with the Viofo. I have the A229 Pro in two of my cars and they have been flawless (https://www.blackboxmycar.com/products/viofo-a229-pro-4k-uhd-3-ch-dash-cam). It's available as a front (1ch), front+rear (2ch), or front+rear+inside (3ch) option.

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r/DashcamDash cam recommendations
12 months ago

I have a Thinkware U3000 2ch, love it overall, great at reading license plates

r/DashcamDash cam recommendations
12 months ago

It’s a lot better compared to cams I’ve had in the past, especially with the rear cam / no headlights. I decided to turn off Super Night Vision when I first got it (Idk if I heard it’s improved since then?). Parking mode works perfectly with the OBD port, I will note that it doesn’t seem to be buffered.

r/DashcamDash cam recommendations
12 months ago

I actually mainly had lower end Thinkwares, so go figure… but it was well worth the investment. I’ve never had a proper setup with parking mode before but motion detection works very well and I attibute that in part to the RADAR

r/DashcamMy parked car got hit twice this year, looking for a dashcam that actually helps in parking mode
2 months ago

I use a Thinkware U3000 2ch plugged into the OBD port on my car. It did fully catch a hit and run in parking mode earlier this year. I plugged it in directly on a 1999 Honda CR-V for over a year and now on an 04 cr-v and I’ve never had any battery issues with it

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r/wrx_vbWhich DashCam you guys using?
9 months ago

In my WRX I use a Garmin DashCam Mini 2.  In my Outback I use a Thinkware U3000 dual camera setup with Thinkware iVolt Mini battery for parking mode.  Thinkware setup is excellent and has advanced parking mode features. Garmin is good enough for when you just need a camera while you are driving.   I typically use the Outback for road trips. WRX is driven much less and I did not find the bulkier/more expensive Thinkware setup to be necessary for how I use it. 

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r/AustinTruck vandalized in apartment complex parking lot. What can I do.
5 months ago

I have a Thinkware U3000 4K UHD Dual-Channel Dash Cam, and I like it pretty well. The app can be a bit of a pain in the rear. ETA: It has 24/7 recording options.

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