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MemoryC Dash Cam €90

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  • Closed Accounts Posts: 8,015 ✭✭✭CreepingDeath


    kaizersoze wrote: »
    Good brand and great features.

    I thought Transcend just make the SD Card, so it might be a no-name camera manufacturer.

    The one thing that sticks out a mile about this, is how do you attach it to the windscreen. No photos anywhere of a suction mount.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,042 ✭✭✭kaizersoze


    I thought Transcend just make the SD Card, so it might be a no-name camera manufacturer.

    The one thing that sticks out a mile about this, is how do you attach it to the windscreen. No photos anywhere of a suction mount.

    No. It's a Transcend branded camera.

    The video show a windscreen mount.



    IN THE BOX
    Car Mounting Bracket
    Car Adapter
    16GB microSD Card
    Video Cable
    Quick Start Guide
    Warranty Card


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,308 ✭✭✭kiddums


    The one thing that sticks out a mile about this, is how do you attach it to the windscreen. No photos anywhere of a suction mount.
    It shows you in the video at the bottom of the page.

    Might be worth taking a look into some more for me, cheers OP.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,064 ✭✭✭fabsoul




  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,042 ✭✭✭kaizersoze


    fabsoul wrote: »

    Bigger, poorer spec & no included SD card.
    The app, wifi connection and emergency record are great features.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,033 ✭✭✭who_ru


    kaizersoze wrote: »
    That's actually a pretty decent deal and I'm tempted to buy as I'll be on holiday in the states this June using a rental car. Didn't see it but it must have an in car charger no?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,042 ✭✭✭kaizersoze


    who_ru wrote: »
    That's actually a pretty decent deal and I'm tempted to buy as I'll be on holiday in the states this June using a rental car. Didn't see it but it must have an in car charger no?

    Yes

    IN THE BOX
    Car Mounting Bracket
    Car Adapter
    16GB microSD Card
    Video Cable
    Quick Start Guide
    Warranty Card


  • Registered Users, Subscribers, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,615 ✭✭✭✭antodeco


    Just picked one up there for the missus. I already have a Blackhawk and this one seems quite similar! If I had the money I'd buy two!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,008 ✭✭✭mad m


    How long do you reckon the 16 gig would record for? What's recommended?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,008 ✭✭✭mad m


    Any promo codes?


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  • Registered Users, Subscribers, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,615 ✭✭✭✭antodeco


    mad m wrote: »
    How long do you reckon the 16 gig would record for? What's recommended?

    It's a loop recorder, so unless you plan on saving the files forever I wouldn't worry about it


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,272 ✭✭✭✭Atomic Pineapple


    Seems well reviewed on Amazon too - http://www.amazon.co.uk/product-reviews/B00GRYT5QI/ref=cm_cr_dp_see_all_btm?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending

    It having a sticky pad rather than a suction cup is putting me off though, I'd like to be able to remove all traces of a dash cam from the windscreen when parked up.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 8,015 ✭✭✭CreepingDeath


    kiddums wrote: »
    It shows you in the video at the bottom of the page.

    Might be worth taking a look into some more for me, cheers OP.

    I had just browsed the web page bit at work, didn't see the video.

    In fairness it does look decent, and I like the G-sensor detection of sudden braking events.

    The WiFi bit... one killer feature for me, would be to detect your home network when you park in the driveway and upload the video to some network drive storage.
    I've a high def dashcam and I have to take the micro SD card out and bring it inside to transfer any driving incidents I want to save.
    Being able to see/control the video while driving isn't that important.

    I don't see any mention of a battery....
    Does that mean it's only powered on when the cars engine/ignition is on?
    I'd assume there's at least a small battery in there.
    There will be use cases where you want to keep recording while you're parked in a supermarket car park to catch bad drivers hitting your car.
    So a battery that lasts a good 60 mins is useful.

    The night time video shots look well.
    But as with as dashcams, it's easy to record and read car registration plates for cars on the same side of the road as you as the relative speed difference is low. But if some idiot swerves in front of you from the other side of the road, especially at night, you'll be lucky to read their plates especially if there's street lighting and headlight glare... Just saying to anyone who thinks dashcams record in perfect clarity, they're subject to limitations.

    The camera mount looks like a permanent adhesive mount??
    So anyone passing your car will see the mount and may assume you've a nice gps or dashcam in the glove compartment to smash your window.
    So I prefer suction cup mounts, where you can take the whole thing off as long as you can hide the telltale circle marks on the windscreen.

    If I was in the market for a dashcam it looks decent enough, especially with the SD card.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,008 ✭✭✭mad m


    Was about to pull trigger but a permanent holder for it is putting me off now.:(


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,124 ✭✭✭Unknown Soldier


    mad m wrote: »
    Was about to pull trigger but a permanent holder for it is putting me off now.:(

    I pulled the trigger earlier based on the following...

    http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/accessories-tyres/85714/car-camera-reviews-2014-dash-cam-test


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,042 ✭✭✭kaizersoze


    Mine has shipped already.:)

    Can't beat MemoryC for speed.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,755 ✭✭✭wandererz


    Out of Stock already.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 755 ✭✭✭whowantstwoknow


    Call me cynical, but the offer expires on the 10 and they get stock on the 11th!! True Capitalism at work :-)

    W.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,514 ✭✭✭Shred


    mad m wrote: »
    Was about to pull trigger but a permanent holder for it is putting me off now.:(

    Yeah I may be changing my car soon so that is a problem.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,569 ✭✭✭Builderfromhell


    Had a Dash Cam before and found it very useful for recording near serious traffic accidents, people breaking traffic lights, overtaking on bends etc. Never had to use video from a real accident thankfully but have saved some videos from scenic drives.
    The problem I had with my Dash Cam was that the camera could not automatically allow for changes in light level while driving on country roads. On a sunny day I could be in shadow of trees one minute and then suddenly in clear sunshine. likewise camera could not adjust for glare from car lights at night fast enough.
    Not sure if this camera can cope with those conditions as Youtube video shows car driving in perfect conditions.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,124 ✭✭✭Unknown Soldier


    kaizersoze wrote: »
    Mine has shipped already.:)

    Can't beat MemoryC for speed.

    Same :)

    They are very good to deal with tbh.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,045 ✭✭✭deaglan169


    pity it permanent mount as id like to swop it between car and work van, good price though credit to op


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 318 ✭✭robk24


    I got it today, picked it up from the store.
    Great quality video from it, not too intrusive on the windscreen.
    I bought on of those cheap ones for €15 from china a while back (see link), was complete rubbish, broke after a week!
    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=88801156
    But on a positive note that came with a sucker mount and its the exact same size ball mount as the new one! swapped it over and its grand!
    The Transcend comes with 2 of those 3M glass stickers in the box.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 495 ✭✭m4rkiz


    i actually did a bit of research for basic dash cam last week and it seems that G1WH is the way to go if you want to have it good but cheap

    http://www.foxoffer.com/g1wh-car-dvr-full-hd-camera-140-degree-wide-angle-p-663.html

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Oxa55qF88A

    it lacks all the bells and whistles but it has good day and night picture quality and it is produced by a decent company

    sure, you can get a tons of similar but cheaper or much cheaper cameras from china but you will get a random optics, random sensor and random processing chip (plus useless IR leds that reflects from windshield and make video even worse)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,133 ✭✭✭Doge


    kaizersoze wrote: »
    No. It's a Transcend branded camera.

    The video show a windscreen mount.



    IN THE BOX
    Car Mounting Bracket
    Car Adapter
    16GB microSD Card
    Video Cable
    Quick Start Guide
    Warranty Card

    I'd buy that for a dollar!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,133 ✭✭✭Doge


    Call me cynical, but the offer expires on the 10 and they get stock on the 11th!! True Capitalism at work :-)

    W.

    It says that stock is expected on the 8th now.


  • Registered Users Posts: 211 ✭✭Woodpecker1


    m4rkiz wrote: »
    i actually did a bit of research for basic dash cam last week and it seems that G1WH is the way to go if you want to have it good but cheap

    http://www.foxoffer.com/g1wh-car-dvr-full-hd-camera-140-degree-wide-angle-p-663.html

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Oxa55qF88A

    it lacks all the bells and whistles but it has good day and night picture quality and it is produced by a decent company

    sure, you can get a tons of similar but cheaper or much cheaper cameras from china but you will get a random optics, random sensor and random processing chip (plus useless IR leds that reflects from windshield and make video even worse)

    There is a thread here on boards http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056815237&page=36

    I speak very highly of the G1W can and is far better value for money than the 90 quid cam here. Although I recommend one uses the links I provided in the thread as there are cheapo clones out there.
    The light on the front is not really for use in a car . But the night time performance is very good anyway with just headlights.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,133 ✭✭✭Doge


    There is a thread here on boards http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056815237&page=36

    I speak very highly of the G1W can and is far better value for money than the 90 quid cam here. Although I recommend one uses the links I provided in the thread as there are cheapo clones out there.
    The light on the front is not really for use in a car . But the night time performance is very good anyway with just headlights.

    How long does the battery last on a single Charge?

    Not expecting much for a 200mah battery.

    Any chance you could upload a nighttime video soon pretty please? ;)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,755 ✭✭✭wandererz


    Looks to be back in stock now.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,514 ✭✭✭Shred


    Yep, they've 46 in stock at present.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,064 ✭✭✭fabsoul


    oh wow that was fast less than 24hrs from order.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 318 ✭✭robk24


    Also offering a free 16gb USB key with orders over €50 until the 13th...

    http://www.memoryc.com/?utm_campaign=20140409&utm_content=10944348299&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Emailvision


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,514 ✭✭✭Shred


    robk24 wrote: »
    Also offering a free 16gb USB key with orders over €50 until the 13th...

    http://www.memoryc.com/?utm_campaign=20140409&utm_content=10944348299&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Emailvision

    Nice one, when did that start do you know? I ordered yesterday.


  • Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 19,300 Mod ✭✭✭✭slave1


    Fek ye all, why did I get this, hopefully will never be needed...

    Any recommendations on a compatible suction cup, would like to bring on holidays?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 318 ✭✭robk24


    Shred wrote: »
    Nice one, when did that start do you know? I ordered yesterday.


    I got the mail this morning.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,008 ✭✭✭mad m


    Anyone like to share their experience using dash cam?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,809 ✭✭✭Xcellor


    kaizersoze wrote: »

    Bought one. I thought I dont need one but I think these days having your own "safety camera" is probably a good idea.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,514 ✭✭✭Shred


    I got mine this morning, it's much neater than I expected. As has been asked - can anyone suggest a suitable suction cup mount for it?

    Oh and cheers OP.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,441 ✭✭✭califano


    Got mine this morning as a present for someone. Just wondering is there any charging up to do initially for a few hours?. If so id like to do this before its handed over so it can go into use straight away.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 318 ✭✭robk24


    No charge up, plug in and drive


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,285 ✭✭✭Stoolbend


    What's the video quality like for anyone that's already tried theirs out.

    I didn't pull the trigger while it was on offer but its still not too bad value.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 433 ✭✭delynet


    The video files from it a better than the way it comes out on YouTube. Have not done much night time travel yet.



    Pros - Small, great quality and WiFi connectivity

    Cons - No suction mount, sticker based system. No real battery life. If you leave plugged out for extended periods (couple of days) it seems to loose its time.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,316 ✭✭✭KeRbDoG


    For those who already got their dashcam, Transcend are now selling a suction cup mount: P/N TS-DPM1

    307854.jpg

    Now I can finally try out the dash cam :)

    Anyone know how to change the text down the bottom left of the videos the camera takes?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,514 ✭✭✭Shred


    Nice find! Where did you get yours? I've no idea on amending the text by the way.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,938 ✭✭✭dingding




  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,316 ✭✭✭KeRbDoG


    Yup, Misco.co.uk


  • Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 19,300 Mod ✭✭✭✭slave1


    KeRbDoG wrote: »
    Yup, Misco.co.uk

    FFS, £20.48 delivery to Ireland or £14.48 delivery to Northern Ireland
    Anywhere cheaper ?


  • Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 19,300 Mod ✭✭✭✭slave1


    I phoned MemoryC with the details and part code and they said they will be getting them into stock early next week!!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,514 ✭✭✭Shred


    slave1 wrote: »
    FFS, £20.48 delivery to Ireland or £14.48 delivery to Northern Ireland
    Anywhere cheaper ?

    Yeah I'd seen that alright. Amazon have them for £6.99 with a 1-2 month delivery time!


    http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00JY6W8YM/ref=s9_simh_gw_p23_d1_i2?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=0BHKD5D421Z6MB1PFFXE&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=455344027&pf_rd_i=468294
    slave1 wrote: »
    I phoned MemoryC with the details and part code and they said they will be getting them into stock early next week!!

    Lovely stuff, fair dues!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,755 ✭✭✭wandererz


    Ordered this suction mount via Amazon. About £10.50 with delivery. And delivered within 3 days.
    It's a nice small, well-built unit.


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