Long Video ALERT!! 😊 This video is long so you can Jump ahead to your area of interest Features and Specifications 1:20 Unboxing 3:30 Thinkware Cloud App Overview: 6:35 Installation in the vehicle: 16:25 Video/Image Test 19:45 Parking Mode Time Lapse 22:19 Lane Departure Warning and Forward Collision alert 23:15
This is the best video on the thinkware dash cam I have seen! Excellent and very informative! Mine is being delivered today and this is very helpful. Thanks so much!
Great video! Very informative. I just purchased 1 from BBMC. I am replacing my Blackvue dr 650 gw 2ch. I am so sick of the SD card issues causing it to restart constantly and the overheating issues. I hope Thinkware's product is better. Does Thinkware's U1000 require a Power Magic Pro or is that just a Blackvue thing? Does it come with something similar or is it built in?
Triple M Thank you for taking the time to show in depth your Dash cam video. it was precise and to the point not to fast and not to slow but just right. I bought this system complete Think-ware U1000 4K with a 152gb sd, rear cam & radar for the bumps and such. you sir got a thumbs up and a push on the subscribe from me in Lakewood, CA :)
I wish I saw this video earlier. I got confused over what is the "hotspot" and how to use it. I got really screwed up trying to use it without a mobile modem/hotspot. Needed in the end to reset my camera a couple of times. I then found your video and better understand this feature.
Just so you know, there is no alarm/alert from the rear dash cam if someone is approaching fast. Also the “ext” port is for an external gps antenna. Our units don’t need one as we have it built in, but you can add a second one if you want. I don’t think it adds any benefits, though. The FCWS has two modes as well in the settings. You seemed to not really know the difference between the two in the video. One is for lower speeds (under 30km/h) and the other one is for higher speeds (over 30km/h) Hope some of this info helps.
Great video, I’m looking at purchasing the Thinkware cam setup, but I have a couple questions... 1. What is all the concern with the hotspot deal? Don’t all dash cams require a hotspot or WiFi the same way? Am I able to access videos or live feed from the dash cam anywhere on my phone? Do other cameras allow you to access video from anywhere whether the cam is connected to a network or not? 2. Can you confirm that video in parking mode will actually show the seconds prior to the sensor trigger? 3. What are your negative assessments about the unit? 4. Is there another unit you would recommend more? 5. I would want to put a 128gb card in the unit. Do you have to buy Thinkware’s 128gb card or would a SanDisk High Endurance card be sufficient? Thanks for your time!
1. The hotspot comes in handy in parking mode, when you are away from your vehicle.. you can log in remotely and view live what's happening around the vehicle.. it will also send you alerts in parking mode... for instance, if someone bumps into your vehicle, you will get a notification on your device. 2. yes 3. no much to say at this point, maybe bring some of the improvements over to the rear camera would be great, but they already have one of the best rear cameras in the business, so that's just being nitpicky... 4. for now this is the best in my opinion because it is a reliable, jammed pack full of features and its has 2k in the rear. 5. no, I remove their SD card and replaced it with a Sandisk it works fine
Grrrr. I so want to believe you are really a great stand up person... theres always doubt right? ....Dammit I think you really are ! I am so subscribing, I think you are just a straight up honest dude.
Just a curious question if you turned the power button off will that shut everything off when I park the car in the garage at the house I don't want to drain the battery even if I get it hardwired
Good review! Thank you. Just a heads up... looks like the reason why the rear camera quality doesn't look as good as the front seems to be caused by your rear tints.
My car has automatic start/stop feature during stop and go traffic. Do you know if the parking mode kicks off when the engine turns off in slow moving traffic?
I have enjoyed your review. You never said ummm, or uhhhhh!! Professional job and thank you. My question is they sent one for you to review, can I be sure that does not influence your words?
It's a really great system, I still have it installed in my vehicle. If there were issues, I would have pointed them out in the review. I have since added a wifi hotspot in my vehicle to have monitoring while away from home.
Triple M how did you do that. Is their a certain device for the WiFI. I am a Professional Umpire and Referee. I want my car covered. Can you tell me if this fits. I really wanted a 360 with parking mode. Pls respond.
This is the best video and description ever seen for this camera but my problem is I live overseas and I can’t order it, do you know by Any chance a company that can deliver it. Thanks 👍
hey quick question, If you can help I just installed my U1000 and this is the second day, while I was driving the WiFi will disable after 15 min of driving did that happen to yours too? and what is the EXT for?? can you explain what you did at 18:29 please, i have the battery pack too
flipmode00 squad It’s funny, the extension port on the device was not accounted for Even in the instructions manual. It simply glassed over it like it never existed. So I’m thinking I think we’re is going to make this usable in the future release or from your update. I will reach out to them to try to get more clarification. For the Wi-Fi issue, make sure your device isn’t set the switch off Wi-Fi if network is poor. Plz see instructions below. How to Connect with Wi-Fi (iOS): (F200/F800/F800Pro/Q800Pro) Go to your Phone’s Settings App> Cellular > Scroll to Bottom > Wi-Fi Assist Disabled (Keep Disabled) Press the Dash Cam’s Wi-Fi Button Connect to the Thinkware Wi-Fi Network with the default password "123456789" Open the Thinkware Cloud App If not connected, Tap the “Not Connected” Bar Click Wi-Fi and press Next until you hear “Connected to a Smartphone” How to Connect with Wi-Fi (Android): (F200/F800/F800Pro/Q800Pro) Go to your Phone’s Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi > Top Right Corner (either 3 Vertical Dots or Advanced) Switch to Mobile Data > Disabled (Keep Switch to Mobile Data Disabled) Press the Dash Cam’s Wi-Fi Button Connect to the Thinkware Wi-Fi Network with the default password "123456789" Open the Thinkware Cloud App If not connected, Tap the “Not Connected” Bar Click Wi-Fi and press Next until you hear “Connected to a Smartphone”
At 18:28, I use the battery that I had from the previous installation; it was from a BlackVue system. So I simply used the wire that came with pink where for the fuse box. And routed it to the BlackVue system with a harness for that battery. I am not sure how you have your system configured, but if you don’t have this exact configuration and I do it may not be helpful to you. Any specific question about your set up that you want me to answer?
@@Triple_M Well I drive a g37 and I have to connect the wires to the Fuse box. I saw a video on the tube from 🌟 CarTeck and they splice the wires instead of using the fuse which is brilliant but when I had the f800 pro, my device kept resetting while driving and when the car was parked at night. After so many troubleshooting with Thinkware we couldn't find the issue but I had a feeling it may of been the connection getting loose while driving but that wouldn't explain why it would happen at night too. So I went to a shop and they said that the wires were in fact connected properly meaning "power and constant etc"
Does the rear camera independently detect motion and start recording during motion detect parking mode? Your info is much appreciated. Trying to figure out if I need 2 front cameras or just a 2Ch unit.
I stumbled upon this video and was curious about the freedompop hotspot you mentioned. I have this dashcam and the video quality is fantastic but the mobile hotspot and notifications are the part that confuses me the most.
Yes, I have Freedom Pop, and once you get it set up, you can use the free data every month to monitor for parking mode... I started recording a video for it but didn't see much interest so I scrapped it..
Great video. Thank you. I just got my thinkware installed. The setup is a little confusing. I can't figure out the difference between wifi and hotspot. And I can't get radar enabled.
@@Triple_M Hi, Im worried if it can withstand extreme cold? I live where it gets -40 to -50 (winter). Will it affect my car battery if hard wired? Thanks
How does this dash camera work in the heat of Florida?Here in California sometimes temperature gets over 90 degrees and dash cameras don’t do well in hot weather.
Hi TripleM I bought this dash camera the radar module and a blackvue battery pack but the Issue that U have is that I cant get more than a day running the camera after after 14 Hours the battery is at 30% I set the recording at time saving the only thing with this power magic ultra battery B -124 X it charges really fast
Don'tlike this product at all , very confusing - Why do I have to log on all the time ? What good is it if I cant use the app when Im inside my house away from the vehicle ? Why do I have to change phone settings every time I want to connect ? Just too damm complicated , Why do I have to be in the car if I want to see the videos ? What good is that if I'm in a crash or the car is stolen ?
@@Triple_M We have to constantly turn Hotspot/wifi on/off if we want to use the dashcam or view videos - its crazy - I have followed the videos , this product is too damm confusing and Thinkwares customer service aren't the most helpful - I think the unit is fine but the app and connectivity is terrible IMHO
Long Video ALERT!! 😊
This video is long so you can Jump ahead to your area of interest
Features and Specifications 1:20
Unboxing 3:30
Thinkware Cloud App Overview: 6:35
Installation in the vehicle: 16:25
Video/Image Test 19:45
Parking Mode Time Lapse 22:19
Lane Departure Warning and Forward Collision alert 23:15
Thank you for this information. I have one of these coming in Tuesday. I really like it. I'm putting it in my brand new 2024 Silverado 3500 HD
This is the best video on the thinkware dash cam I have seen! Excellent and very informative! Mine is being delivered today and this is very helpful. Thanks so much!
Great video! Very informative. I just purchased 1 from BBMC. I am replacing my Blackvue dr 650 gw 2ch. I am so sick of the SD card issues causing it to restart constantly and the overheating issues. I hope Thinkware's product is better. Does Thinkware's U1000 require a Power Magic Pro or is that just a Blackvue thing? Does it come with something similar or is it built in?
Triple M Thank you for taking the time to show in depth your Dash cam video. it was precise and to the point not to fast and not to slow but just right. I bought this system complete Think-ware U1000 4K with a 152gb sd, rear cam & radar for the bumps and such. you sir got a thumbs up and a push on the subscribe from me in Lakewood, CA :)
Great review. Thank you very much. Thinking about this unit for my wifes car.
Very very helpful as I'm about to buy one of these units, thank you :)
I wish I saw this video earlier. I got confused over what is the "hotspot" and how to use it. I got really screwed up trying to use it without a mobile modem/hotspot. Needed in the end to reset my camera a couple of times. I then found your video and better understand this feature.
Dash the cam angle adjust or is it fixed
Awesome review brother M. Nice dash cam. Thanks for sharing. Keep the videos coming. Hope you enjoy your day
Just so you know, there is no alarm/alert from the rear dash cam if someone is approaching fast.
Also the “ext” port is for an external gps antenna. Our units don’t need one as we have it built in, but you can add a second one if you want. I don’t think it adds any benefits, though.
The FCWS has two modes as well in the settings. You seemed to not really know the difference between the two in the video. One is for lower speeds (under 30km/h) and the other one is for higher speeds (over 30km/h)
Hope some of this info helps.
Excellent !! smooth well spoken and very informative
Hello will dark Privacy glass hinder rear camera. And will it fit under rear blind in s class 2018.
Great video .
Great video, I’m looking at purchasing the Thinkware cam setup, but I have a couple questions...
1. What is all the concern with the hotspot deal? Don’t all dash cams require a hotspot or WiFi the same way? Am I able to access videos or live feed from the dash cam anywhere on my phone? Do other cameras allow you to access video from anywhere whether the cam is connected to a network or not?
2. Can you confirm that video in parking mode will actually show the seconds prior to the sensor trigger?
3. What are your negative assessments about the unit?
4. Is there another unit you would recommend more?
5. I would want to put a 128gb card in the unit. Do you have to buy Thinkware’s 128gb card or would a SanDisk High Endurance card be sufficient?
Thanks for your time!
1. The hotspot comes in handy in parking mode, when you are away from your vehicle.. you can log in remotely and view live what's happening around the vehicle.. it will also send you alerts in parking mode... for instance, if someone bumps into your vehicle, you will get a notification on your device.
2. yes
3. no much to say at this point, maybe bring some of the improvements over to the rear camera would be great, but they already have one of the best rear cameras in the business, so that's just being nitpicky...
4. for now this is the best in my opinion because it is a reliable, jammed pack full of features and its has 2k in the rear.
5. no, I remove their SD card and replaced it with a Sandisk it works fine
Grrrr. I so want to believe you are really a great stand up person... theres always doubt right? ....Dammit I think you really are ! I am so subscribing, I think you are just a straight up honest dude.
thank you bro ... great review 👍 very informative
Very detail review! Thx!
Why does my u1000 beeps every so often while I’m driving? Is there a way to stop it?
I'm pretty sure that is the impact sensor. You should be able to go into the settings and adjust the sensitivity or turn it off.
Just a curious question if you turned the power button off will that shut everything off when I park the car in the garage at the house I don't want to drain the battery even if I get it hardwired
Great review!!! Very informative nicely done
Thank you!!
Good review! Thank you. Just a heads up... looks like the reason why the rear camera quality doesn't look as good as the front seems to be caused by your rear tints.
I think so too.. thanks for the heads up
thanks for the video. How much mobile data would the hotspot consume per month, if running 24/7?
Great video, Don't forget the rear 2k video might of been a smidge clearer if your rear window wasn't tinted. Still very clear!
I almost wonder if it would be worth cutting a tiny window out of the tint; right in front of the lens
What if I can't line the blue and green lines up to be perfect center cuz of my V mirror? Will that interfere with the adios options, etc?
Good video TM,, Thank You..
Thank you
Good thorough video review. Very cool M! Thank you 🖐
My Ford Expedition has a built in hotspot.... how do I set up the thinkware U1000 to use it?
My car has automatic start/stop feature during stop and go traffic. Do you know if the parking mode kicks off when the engine turns off in slow moving traffic?
No, the vehicle has to be immobile for a couple minutes before it goes into parking mode.
Great product MMM..😁😁😁👍👍👍..must have
Nice video, how we can avoid drain the car battery after we install the dash cam and leave the car in the garage for a few days?
I have enjoyed your review. You never said ummm, or uhhhhh!! Professional job and thank you. My question is they sent one for you to review, can I be sure that does not influence your words?
It's a really great system, I still have it installed in my vehicle. If there were issues, I would have pointed them out in the review. I have since added a wifi hotspot in my vehicle to have monitoring while away from home.
Triple M how did you do that. Is their a certain device for the WiFI. I am a Professional Umpire and Referee. I want my car covered. Can you tell me if this fits. I really wanted a 360 with parking mode. Pls respond.
@@sydneydennis4542 are you looking for a hotspot or just a device with WIFI capabilities?
Triple M device with WiFi I think may work.
made it easy to understand.
$399 now. Bought one today
Do you know how to connect it to a hotspot device? Just bought mine and I am lost. Even the professional installers are lost 🤦🏽♀️
I don’t understand the overwrite setting. Why is everything selected?
Got mine installed but the videos look choppy when i watch it on the app
Any idea about possible 3 channel 4k Thinkware Dash Cam anytime soon?
This is the best video and description ever seen for this camera but my problem is I live overseas and I can’t order it, do you know by Any chance a company that can deliver it. Thanks 👍
Fantastic video, Sir
hey quick question, If you can help I just installed my U1000 and this is the second day, while I was driving the WiFi will disable after 15 min of driving did that happen to yours too?
and what is the EXT for??
can you explain what you did at 18:29 please, i have the battery pack too
flipmode00 squad
It’s funny, the extension port on the device was not accounted for Even in the instructions manual. It simply glassed over it like it never existed. So I’m thinking I think we’re is going to make this usable in the future release or from your update. I will reach out to them to try to get more clarification.
For the Wi-Fi issue, make sure your device isn’t set the switch off Wi-Fi if network is poor. Plz see instructions below.
How to Connect with Wi-Fi (iOS): (F200/F800/F800Pro/Q800Pro)
Go to your Phone’s Settings App> Cellular > Scroll to Bottom > Wi-Fi Assist Disabled (Keep Disabled)
Press the Dash Cam’s Wi-Fi Button
Connect to the Thinkware Wi-Fi Network with the default password "123456789"
Open the Thinkware Cloud App
If not connected, Tap the “Not Connected” Bar
Click Wi-Fi and press Next until you hear “Connected to a Smartphone”
How to Connect with Wi-Fi (Android): (F200/F800/F800Pro/Q800Pro)
Go to your Phone’s Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi > Top Right Corner (either 3 Vertical Dots or Advanced)
Switch to Mobile Data > Disabled (Keep Switch to Mobile Data Disabled)
Press the Dash Cam’s Wi-Fi Button
Connect to the Thinkware Wi-Fi Network with the default password "123456789"
Open the Thinkware Cloud App
If not connected, Tap the “Not Connected” Bar
Click Wi-Fi and press Next until you hear “Connected to a Smartphone”
At 18:28, I use the battery that I had from the previous installation; it was from a BlackVue system. So I simply used the wire that came with pink where for the fuse box. And routed it to the BlackVue system with a harness for that battery. I am not sure how you have your system configured, but if you don’t have this exact configuration and I do it may not be helpful to you. Any specific question about your set up that you want me to answer?
@@Triple_MTks for your response. I contacted them too regarding my WIFI and so far noting just back and forth messages
@@Triple_M Well I drive a g37 and I have to connect the wires to the Fuse box. I saw a video on the tube from 🌟 CarTeck and they splice the wires instead of using the fuse which is brilliant but when I had the f800 pro, my device kept resetting while driving and when the car was parked at night. After so many troubleshooting with Thinkware we couldn't find the issue but I had a feeling it may of been the connection getting loose while driving but that wouldn't explain why it would happen at night too.
So I went to a shop and they said that the wires were in fact connected properly meaning "power and constant etc"
Can you use a Bluetooth remote trigger with this camera?
Does the rear camera independently detect motion and start recording during motion detect parking mode? Your info is much appreciated. Trying to figure out if I need 2 front cameras or just a 2Ch unit.
Yes
Hi, if I do not want parking mode and only use ground and the yellow wire to fusebox will it work only when I am driving?
It depends which fuse your are wiring this to. I think the installation requires both wiring though.
Nice review man. 👍
Thank you!!
I stumbled upon this video and was curious about the freedompop hotspot you mentioned. I have this dashcam and the video quality is fantastic but the mobile hotspot and notifications are the part that confuses me the most.
Yes, I have Freedom Pop, and once you get it set up, you can use the free data every month to monitor for parking mode... I started recording a video for it but didn't see much interest so I scrapped it..
Triple M what hotspot are you using now M?
This is the one I was talking about. Are you still using it? Clarity in the night and rear videos?
Yes, I still have this installed.. still works great.
@@Triple_M Thanks. Hopefully your link still works at the end of the week
hi! what sdcard can you recommend for the u1000
I have had good luck with Lexar SD cards
I need rear camera as good as front one.
How can i delete my files from my camera? I have a lot of flies and can only delete one at a time....there must be a faster way....thanks
Probably formatting the card is your best option
@@Triple_M thanks
Great video. Thank you. I just got my thinkware installed. The setup is a little confusing. I can't figure out the difference between wifi and hotspot. And I can't get radar enabled.
did you purchase the radar module?
@@Triple_M Hi, Im worried if it can withstand extreme cold? I live where it gets -40 to -50 (winter). Will it affect my car battery if hard wired? Thanks
How does this dash camera work in the heat of Florida?Here in California sometimes temperature gets over 90 degrees and dash cameras don’t do well in hot weather.
Unlike the BlackVue, no issues with the heat. But again, it is the “cool” season here
Hi TripleM I bought this dash camera the radar module and a blackvue battery pack but the Issue that U have is that I cant get more than a day running the camera after after 14 Hours the battery is at 30% I set the recording at time saving the only thing with this power magic ultra battery B -124 X it charges really fast
When are you uploading the Freedom Pop setup review?
That video is up now, sorry for the lateresponse. Just search “freedompop triplem”
See some dash cam bit cheaper and just as good, here in Rep of Ireland and in the UK.
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Don'tlike this product at all , very confusing - Why do I have to log on all the time ? What good is it if I cant use the app when Im inside my house away from the vehicle ? Why do I have to change phone settings every time I want to connect ? Just too damm complicated , Why do I have to be in the car if I want to see the videos ? What good is that if I'm in a crash or the car is stolen ?
You can watch the video/live if you have parking mode and have a Hotspot. Not sure what phone settings your are referring to.
@@Triple_M We have to constantly turn Hotspot/wifi on/off if we want to use the dashcam or view videos - its crazy - I have followed the videos , this product is too damm confusing and Thinkwares customer service aren't the most helpful - I think the unit is fine but the app and connectivity is terrible IMHO
Wiring step is creepy. Blows my mind car manufacturers did nothing to simplify it.
$500 for a dash cam is too rich for my blood...
It is pricey but that’s what the premium ones are going for.
Some premium are going for $1000 now and trust me after 1 accident , it pays for itself.