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Thinkware Dash Cams [PRE-ORDER] Thinkware U1000 4K UHD Cloud Dash Cam
Thinkware Dash Cams [PRE-ORDER] Thinkware U1000 4K UHD Cloud Dash Cam

Thinkware U1000 4K UHD Single Channel Cloud Dash Cam

by Thinkware

$399.99 + FREE 1-3 Day Shipping

Overview

Thinkware U1000 4K UHD - Single Channel

Twice as powerful as the Q800PRO, the U1000 opens up a whole new world in dash cam possibilities with 4K UHD, Energy Saving 2.0 and Thinkware Cloud.

The most anticipated dash cam of the year, the U1000 4K dash cam is the latest flagship dash cam from Thinkware. Equipped with a 4K Ultra HD resolution and an 8.42MP Sony Starvis image sensor, the U1000 is able to record pristine quality video day or night.

Energy Saving 2.0 with the optional U1000 RADAR sensor drastically lowers power consumption in parking mode, making the U1000 one of the best dash cams on the market. Get up to 7 days of parking recording when paired with a Cellink NEO battery pack!

If you need a rear-camera for complete front-and-back coverage, the Thinkware U1000 Dual Channel will give you unparalleled 4K UHD recording from the the Front camera and 2K QHD from the Rear camera.

Features

Video Quality

4K UHD Resolution - NEW
High-quality image processor captures crystal clear video in 4K UHD @ 30 FPS and 2K for the rear

Wide Viewing Angle - NEW
The U1000 comes with a 150 degree viewing angle to provide the best coverage of the road

Wide Dynamic Range
The video is always in the right exposure and contrast in any environment

4K UHD Resolution - NEW
High-quality image processor captures crystal clear video in 4K UHD @ 30 FPS and 2K for the rear

Wide Viewing Angle - NEW
The U1000 comes with a 150 degree viewing angle to provide the best coverage of the road

Wide Dynamic Range
The video is always in the right exposure and contrast in any environment

Thinkware Cloud

Live View - NEW
Watch what is happening in real-time. Monitor your vehicle with your smartphone, no matter where you are.

Geo-Fencing
Create up to 20 geographic zones and receive notifications when vehicle(s) are arriving and/or departing the preselected zones

Driving Impact
Receive a notification every time the dash cam detects an impact while driving

Live View - NEW
Watch what is happening in real-time. Monitor your vehicle with your smartphone, no matter where you are.

Geo-Fencing
Create up to 20 geographic zones and receive notifications when vehicle(s) are arriving and/or departing the preselected zones

Driving Impact
Receive a notification every time the dash cam detects an impact while driving

Parking Mode

Time Lapse
Records footage at a lower frame rate to cover a longer period of surveillance and reduce video file size

Impact Detection
Monitor any impact to the vehicle while it is parked to catch any hit and run driver in the act

Motion Alert
Monitor and capture any motion around the vehicle for potential vandalism attempts

Time Lapse
Records footage at a lower frame rate to cover surveillance and reduce video file size

Impact Detection
Monitor any impact to the vehicle while it is parked to catch any hit-and-run drivers in the act

Motion Detection
Monitor and capture any motion around the vehicle for potential vandalism attempts.

Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS)

Lane Departure Warning
Detects if the vehicle is veering off the driving lane

Forward Collision Warning
Warns the driver of impending road hazards

Safety Camera Alert
Alerts on upcoming speed and red light cameras

Lane Departure Warning
Detects if the vehicle is veering off the driving lane

Forward Collision Warning
Warns the driver of impending road hazards

Safety Camera Alert
Alerts on upcoming speed and red light cameras

Proprietary Technology

Super Night Vision 2.0
In low light conditions, videos are recored with minimal noise and correct exposure

Integrated Thermal Protection
The integrated super capacitors and thermal sensor provide added safety and reliability in extreme temperatures

Anti-File Corruption
Thinkware's proprietary anti-file corruption technology improves the dash cam's reliability by protecting your memory card from data corruption

Super Night Vision 2.0
In low light conditions, videos are recored with minimal noise and correct exposure

Integrated Thermal Protection
The integrated super capacitors and thermal sensor provide added safety and reliability in extreme temperatures

Anti-File Corruption
Thinkware's proprietary anti-file corruption technology improves the dash cam's reliability by protecting your memory card from data corruption

Resources

Samples, Reviews & Comparisons

We have tested the Thinkware U1000 for some time now. Come see what we have to say in our Thinkware U1000 In-Depth Review.

U1000 In-Depth Review

The New 4K UHD Thinkware U1000

Sample Footage

Q800PRO vs U1000

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What's Included

  • Front Camera
  • 12V Power Cable
  • MicroSD Card
  • USB MicroSD Card Reader
  • Windshield Mount
  • Adhesive Cable Clips
  • Quick Start Guide
  • 1-Year Warranty

Specifications

Resolution (Front)

4K UHD @ 30 FPS

GPS

Built-In

Parking Mode

Built-In

G-Sensor

Built-In

Wide-Angle View

150°

Operating Temperature

-10°C - 60°C (14°F - 140°F)

Loop Recording

Yes

Maximum SD Card

128GB

LCD Screen

No

Wi-Fi

Yes

Microphone

Built-In

Speaker

Built-In

File Format

H.264 / .MP4

Country of Origin

South Korea

Warranty

1-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Optional Accessories

Battery Packs

Double your parking mode recording to maximize protection.

Learn More

Hardwiring Kit

Hardwire your dash cam into your vehicle to enable parking mode.

Learn More

CPL Filter

Reduce glare and reflection and improve video quality.

Learn More

FAQ

What is a dash cam?

A dash cam stands for a dashboard camera that is mounted inside the vehicle, usually on the front windshield. A dash cam, depending on the model, can do many things such as record both when the vehicle is being driven and when it’s parked, record audio, provide a connection to a smartphone app so that video can be reviewed and saved on the spot, etc.

What is an IR dash cam?

An IR dash cam is a dash cam with infrared lights that provide recording details under poorly-lit conditions, as well as total darkness. These are dual-channel dash cam setups with a regular front-facing unit and a secondary unit that comes with infrared lights.

The secondary unit is typically mounted to face and record the interior of the vehicle, and thus is especially recommended for rideshare users, such as for Uber and Lyft, or for commercial use, such as fleet managers.

Why buy a premium dash cam?

There are a few reasons as to why this is the case, and these reasons make a huge difference. Learn more about premium features including design, parking mode, smartphone integration, 4K UHD video resolution, g-force, ADAS, memory card storage and more.

What is parking mode?

Parking mode recording is a feature of a dash cam that keeps your dash cam recording footage even when the vehicle is off. Typically found only in premium dash cams, parking mode provides around-the-clock protection and surveillance for the vehicle.

What is Wi-Fi & GPS?

The wi-fi feature in a dash cam is what allows a smartphone to be paired to the dash cams. Unlike a regular wi-fi network signal that gives you internet access, the purpose here is just to connect the dash cam and smartphone together.

The GPS feature in a dash cam shows the vehicle’s speed and, for some models, the location of the vehicle with Google Maps integration.

How much footage will my memory card store?

Please note the below are averages and may differ unit to unit.

Memory Card

1-Channel

2-Channel

16GB

2 Hours

1 Hour

32GB

4 Hours

2 Hours

64GB

8 Hours

4 Hours

128GB

16 Hours

8 Hours

How do I install my dash cam?

There are 4 different methods to installing your dash cam which vary in difficulty. Check out our install guide for details.

Where do I find the latest firmware?

Find the latest firmware and all downloadable content here.

What is the return policy?

We fully stand behind our products and are absolutely confident that they will meet and exceed your highest expectations. However, within 30 days of purchase, if you are unhappy with your unit or if you simply wanted to try out a dash cam, we will refund your money. No questions asked. For more details, click here.

Customer Reviews

Based on 5 reviews
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U1000

Best picture I have ever seen in a dash cam was easy to install with hard wire kit. Blackboxmycar.com have everything I need for my truck.

Hi Douglas, I'm glad to hear that everything worked out. Thanks for leaving a review!
J
J.R.
Easy to use

This u1000 cameras are awesome. Real clear and outstanding video resolution. Really easy to install and set with my phone. I got technical support for the cloud.

Hi Jose, glad you love your Thinkware U1000 :) thanks for leaving a review!
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G.J.
Okay, but not all that.

This U1000 is my second Thinkware dashcam. My first one is the F770. What I like about the U1000 is that it starts recording in about 10 to 12 seconds after starting my vehicle. The F770 starting recording about 45 seconds after starting my vehicle.

What I don't like about the U1000 is that it's vertical height is a little taller (longer), while the height of my F770 was shorter. Being taller, the U1000 lens is further down on my windshield. My F770 was able to be mounted further up on my windshield since the height of the device was shorter.

Also, with the U1000, my dashboard is partially being reflected in my video. At this moment, I don't know if the reflection occurs during nigh time recording.

The U1000 user manual is not very useful at all. It gives a lot of details about how to activate and deactivate a setting, but it barely gives information about what a feature is. For example, it doesn't give details about the "WiFi" indicator being the color green or being the color blue. The manual didn't explain that formatting the memory card can be accomplished by holding down the "REC" button for a few moments, so I accidentally formatted my memory card when I didn't want to.

I also don't like the fact that the U1000 device is automatically searching for a WiFi signal for about 10 minutes every time I start my vehicle when I don't want it to search at all. There's no way for me to turn off the WiFi searching.

Connecting the U1000 to my iPhone's WiFi is simple, but connecting to my iPhone's hotspot is troublesome.

Overall, the U1000 dashcam is okay, it starts recording faster and the front camera is 4K, but if I hadn't removed my F770 dashcam, I would most likely return the U1000 for a refund.

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Customer Reviews

Based on 5 reviews
80%
(4)
20%
(1)
0%
(0)
0%
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0%
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D
D.
U1000

Best picture I have ever seen in a dash cam was easy to install with hard wire kit. Blackboxmycar.com have everything I need for my truck.

Hi Douglas, I'm glad to hear that everything worked out. Thanks for leaving a review!
J
J.R.
Easy to use

This u1000 cameras are awesome. Real clear and outstanding video resolution. Really easy to install and set with my phone. I got technical support for the cloud.

Hi Jose, glad you love your Thinkware U1000 :) thanks for leaving a review!
G
G.J.
Okay, but not all that.

This U1000 is my second Thinkware dashcam. My first one is the F770. What I like about the U1000 is that it starts recording in about 10 to 12 seconds after starting my vehicle. The F770 starting recording about 45 seconds after starting my vehicle.

What I don't like about the U1000 is that it's vertical height is a little taller (longer), while the height of my F770 was shorter. Being taller, the U1000 lens is further down on my windshield. My F770 was able to be mounted further up on my windshield since the height of the device was shorter.

Also, with the U1000, my dashboard is partially being reflected in my video. At this moment, I don't know if the reflection occurs during nigh time recording.

The U1000 user manual is not very useful at all. It gives a lot of details about how to activate and deactivate a setting, but it barely gives information about what a feature is. For example, it doesn't give details about the "WiFi" indicator being the color green or being the color blue. The manual didn't explain that formatting the memory card can be accomplished by holding down the "REC" button for a few moments, so I accidentally formatted my memory card when I didn't want to.

I also don't like the fact that the U1000 device is automatically searching for a WiFi signal for about 10 minutes every time I start my vehicle when I don't want it to search at all. There's no way for me to turn off the WiFi searching.

Connecting the U1000 to my iPhone's WiFi is simple, but connecting to my iPhone's hotspot is troublesome.

Overall, the U1000 dashcam is okay, it starts recording faster and the front camera is 4K, but if I hadn't removed my F770 dashcam, I would most likely return the U1000 for a refund.

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