Voted Best All-Round Dash Cam of the Year by our Dash Cam Experts and Customers.
The Thinkware U1000 delivers sharp native 4K video quality and boasts a comprehensive driver assistance warning system to help keep you safe on the road. Fitted with the latest Super Night Vision technology - use it with the included CPL filter, 2K QHD rear view camera and hardwiring cable for a complete, best-in-class 24/7 all-round protection.
The Thinkware U1000 Dual Channel Dash Cam features a 4K Ultra HD at 30FPS front camera that is switchable to 2K QHD at 60FPS to deliver crystal-clear, high-quality footage.
Fitted with a 8.24-megapixel Sony STARVIS image sensor for an improved Night Vision mode, the U1000 is capable of recording highest-quality videos in low-light environments such as dark backcountry roads and dim parking lots.
2K QHD Rear Camera and Free Thinkware Anti-Glare CPL Filter included for best-in-class protection day and night.
The Thinkware Radar Module enables extended parking mode for the Thinkware U1000, X1000 and Q1000.
The Thinkware Radar Module is an optional radar motion detection module designed to enhance the dash cam’s Energy Saving Parking Mode 2.0 with ultra-high frequency radar motion detection and buffered recording.
*Energy Saving Parking Mode "Enabled" is required for RADAR motion detection.
When paired with a PowerCell 8 Dash Cam Battery Pack, parking mode run-time can be extended to up to 170 hours (7 days).
Learn more about the Thinkware Radar Module in Parking Mode.
The U1000 conserves energy by going on standby when entering Parking Surveillance mode and wakes up to record events triggered by impacts only. With Energy Saving Parking Mode 2.0, you get 3x longer video recording than typical parking mode.
For those looking for the ultimate parking protection, the optional RADAR sensor an extend parking coverage even further while still offering pre-event/buffered footage.
Free Thinkware Hardwiring Kit included to unlock parking surveillance out-of-the-box.
NOTE: Certain makes/models of vehicle (BMW specifically) may require an extended hardwiring kit if the fusebox is located in the trunk. Please contact us if you need a hardwiring kit extension service.
The Thinkware U1000's internal GPS provides accurate location information while the comprehensive safety camera and driver assistance warning systems help keep you safe on the road.
The Safety Camera Alert function is on continuous alert to warn you of red lights, speed traps and other traffic enforcement cameras.
The Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) can alert you of potential forward collisions, lane departures, and front vehicle departures.
Thinkware Cloud mobile app lets you check your vehicle's location and receive geo-fencing and impact notifications directly on your compatible iOS or Android smartphone.
With the free Thinkware Cloud and Thinkware app, check your vehicle's location and receive geo-fencing and driving and parking impact notifications directly on your compatible iOS or Android smartphone.
Resolution (Front | Rear)
4K UHD @ 30FPS | 2K QHD @ 30FPS
Image Sensor
8.42MP Sony STARVIS
GPS
Built-In
Parking Mode
Built-In
G-Sensor
Built-In
Wide-Angle View (Front | Rear)
150° | 156°
Operating Temperature
-10°C - 60°C (14°F - 140°F)
Loop Recording
Yes
Maximum SD Card
256GB
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
Detection Distance Range
Approx. 7m (23ft)
Detection Horizontal Angle Range
Approx. 80°
Detection Vertical Angle Range
Approx. 35°
Operating Temperature
-30°C ~ 75°C
Battery Efficiency: Motion Detect/Time Lapse
270mAh consumption (33hrs/9Ah)
Battery Efficiency: Energy Saving Mode + Radar
Energy Saving Mode (128.7mAh) + Radar (34mAh): 55hrs/9Ah
Manuals:
Desktop / Mobile Viewers
Firmware & Speed Cam
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The Thinkware U1000 as worked great for me for years now. The only problem I had with it was the micro SD card was corrupted at one point after a couple of years use. The U1000 kept telling me that. I replaced the SD card and never a problem again. I give it a 10+
I bought this March 2022 with a 3 year warranty for $690. It came with the rear cam, radar and obd cable for hybrids. The app is a pain. There was even a point where it recorded nothing but a black screen, had to uninstall and reinstall the app to 'fix' it. Trying to get the app to cooperate in general to get videos was a pain and near makes it not worth buying but when it did work it worked well. The quality of the videos is good but no where as good as advertised. Heat is the biggest issue for this camera. I bought an awning for my car.... for my camera so it would be out of the heat/light. I bought an exterior sunshield even though it defeats the purpose of it recording! I babied the camera to no end! But after LESS THAN TWO YEARS it just died, power is going to the cable but camera. A SEVEN HUNDRED DOLLAR CAMERA BRICKED ITSELF IN LESS THAN TWO YEARS!!!! So much had been going on in my life I forgot where I bought the camera! I went directly to thinkware but it remained a mystery. Then I just randomly came across this site and it all pieced together. I found my account and the reciept. Now I see that this camera is less than half the price!!!! Then I see I bought a 3 year warranty for it only to notice it has expired as of 4 months ago! DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA! It is a delicate snowflake, this is northern california, not Arizona! I kept it covered all the time which made it pointless to have! This was a poor investment on my part. Do not buy this camera! I'm absolutely furious i spent this much on garbage. I've been so busy with life i vanet even taken it out yet. Would have been nice to get videos of the stalkers, bad drivers and the one car on fourth of July this year that pulled in front of me from a side road and came to a dead stop on the freeway which I had to dodge. Thanks for nothing.
More details and service from any shop I've ever worked with
This is my second Thinkware product. The operation is similar to my older model. Only complaint to swaping out units was the rear camera connections weren't the same. So, a rewire was required. This unit has more adjustments for settings like sensitivities. Driving a truck tends to trip it on high sensitivity, and it can be dialed back. Next test: Overheat. It had better live up to the posted tests.
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