Nextbase iQ : The Smartest Dash Cam Ever?

[@LensOfJames]

🔥You can check out the iQ here: tidd.ly/4chPehM and don't forget to use code LENSOFJAMES10 to get 10% off (affiliate link) 🔥

[@OnlySCHUMI]

Yet another thing with a subscription attached! Think I’ll stick to the base models thanks!

[@crashmediauk8471]

Brilliant video, thanks for explaining all the features

[@CharlieMcCormack]

Got this for my motorhome despite all the negative feedback. Working flawlessly so far.

[@LensOfJames]

Glad you're having a good experience with your Nextbase iQ!

[@TmarTnoutofContext]

Good review, finally got my replacement after fighting with customer service on amazon AND direct, both told me to contact one other lol. Mine stopped working only after 3 months, did some researching and could find 3 others that had that happen too, only who I know about and found online, so who knows how reliable this actually is, def dont look forward to testing it in the heat after it randomly died in the spring (yes, it took me 2 months of back and forth to get a warranty replacement). If it wasnt so expensive, I would have just taken the L, but its 4 months worth of filling my car up with gas, so you know I at least wanted a 2nd try with this but i honestly was ready to buy a cheaper one, but from a better known brand lol

[@tri33er]

I've had the 4k version from release in November as well as the rear camera when it was released. It has come along way since and as of today Guardian Mode was released in the last update.. I can't wait for roadwatch ai.. it is expensive and the top subscription is also but it is worth it in my opinion.. I am always remote checking in on the car when left in car parks.. it took a while too get my settings right but now it's 👌 would I recommend it.. definitely..

[@waynehubble]

When you showed the iq vid vs the 622gw i thought the vid on the 622gw was better? I can see it obscuring alot of people's windscreen's due to its size!! I agree it has some cool feature's but im still not 100% sold on it 🤷‍♂️

[@CALJR25]

The video makes it look bigger, it is still small and sometimes un-noticable. Sometimes i forget its there

[@LensOfJames]

I'm not sure how I managed that but you're right, I really don't notice it!

[@jeffreyhemingway9578]

Why on earth do we need to install yet another OBD cable why can we not use the cable from the 622gw camera. The cable and plug for this is MASSIVE!

[@LensOfJames]

I don't know why they've done this, one to ask Nextbase about! My 622GW used a USB or 12v port so it's nice to have OBD option to free up a port, and you really don't see the cable or plug when it's in use as the majority of it is hidden.

[@leeirvine1784]

Would you recommend this product or wait till more releases come to get rid of the bugs? I was also concerned the actual dash cam would be a target to break into your car and steal it?

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, yes I'm really happy with mine. The latest firmware update has cleared up the last of the issues for me and it works perfectly now. That's an interesting point, I don't live in a high crime area but I suppose if someone wants to steal something they will - at least you'll catch them on camera!

[@utubeftw100]

Assuming they don't cover their face

[@LensOfJames]

Of course, there's a number of scenarios that all the tech in the world won't help with, but it's a good start!

[@daisymaiandmini]

Cars been left at a garage and want to turn off camera while in the garag3 or at least inside the car but can I find how to do that via app ... no !! App.should have a simple on off button or a valet mode ? Does it have this ?

[@LensOfJames]

I'm not sure about being able to turn it off remotely, but you can unplug it from the vehicle as it doesn't have a battery. If it is left on, it's a good way to see if they're doing the work 😉

[@todd8781]

It’s too big for my windshield. The rear cam is questionable at most times. Subscrtion is stupid, but you’re basically paying for 4g service and is nice to have. If it wasn’t so big, I’d keep it, but it’s on eBay

[@LensOfJames]

That's fair enough, it is a bit bigger than other dash cams. I've heard that they've fixed the rear cam issues in the latest firmware update - mine didn't always connect but is working perfectly now.

[@johnstewart2213]

Hi looking at you other videos of suction cup mount for 622 dashcam can you send me a link for this as can't find the info on your short video

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, it can be bought from the Nextbase website here: tidd.ly/3ripcsn (affiliate link)

[@andicampbell8621]

If I were driving through a scenic area and I ask it to start recording. Does it record continuously until the card fills up or I tell it to stop? I have a road angel but the recordings are in a measly 3 minute segments. I need another unit that can record longer segments.

[@LensOfJames]

No, it films in 30 second segments so that when the memory card is full it can start overwriting the oldest footage. Recording in short segments is standard practise for all the dash cams I've come across. You might be best mounting a GoPro/camera/phone to your windscreen - the video will be better quality too, as dash cams compress footage to get smaller file sizes.

[@andicampbell8621]

@@LensOfJames Thanks mate. Appreciate the quick reply. It certainly looks a lovely bit of kit.

[@Gregorio-d3q]

Recently bought a dash cam front and rear camera. It has parking mode when reversing. Cost £20 and the SD card was £6.25. Works great!

[@LensOfJames]

Good to hear, it's nice there are dash cams at every price point 🙂

[@Cha0sCarl]

This is the camera i really want hoping to get it by the end of the year or on farthers day.

[@M4D4IT]

Hello, I have the 522GW and I’m thinking of getting the IQ now, my only issue is with the 522gw I have a stop start car so camera keeps restarting whenever the engine goes into eco mode and restarts, I’ve tried asking re constant power and was told wasn’t possible and stop/start shouldn’t be an issue. Am I correct in assuming this is a constant power feed, as in video you said it switches off when engine is switched off ? Also in emergency situations I’ve found the 522gw only does 5 seconds before incident instead of the previous 30 seconds on earlier models? What’s the accident / save incident timeframe before and after incident ?

[@LensOfJames]

Interesting questions, I'll have a look into them and get back to you in a few days.

[@LensOfJames]

So I've had a look at my iQ and, whilst I don't have a stop/start vehicle, what I've noticed is that if I was to stop for a while (i.e. minutes) with the engine on it goes into parking mode, which I assume it would with a start/stop car, however when I drive off the dash cam starts recording again. It's not like traditional dash cams where it's either on or off - it will detect things going on around you even if it says it's in parking mode. You'd have to ask Nextbase about the timeframe for accidents, I've looked through the manual but can't see the information. Hope that's helps

[@sultananwar9223]

Obviously vehicle dependent, but if your car has a switched fuse for your cigarette lighter, wire it into that as your cigarette lighter doesn’t turn off when your car stops due to stop start

[@garyfearn704]

Like the tech but a bit too greedy on price & subscription I’ll stick to my 522

[@CityLifeRPGOfficial]

Available from £349 or as low as £116.33 for 3 months i pay less PCM for my whole car

[@BarberT]

Another direct debit no thanks

[@LensOfJames]

Fair enough, this sort of dash cam is not for everyone

[@ProDemocracy01]

Too expensive

[@LensOfJames]

Fair enough, it is a top level dash cam though

[@jeffreyhemingway9578]

This is ugly and needs an even bigger cable and plug.

[@LensOfJames]

Can't please everyone!

[@Uk-Writer]

Another subscription , no thanks keep the pay once free use one

[@LensOfJames]

Fair comment, seems to be a lot of subscriptions around these days!

[@TheoFennel]

Ugly, way too big and not discrete, expensive, some features are not available.

[@LensOfJames]

Appreciate you sharing your thoughts 🙂

[@TheoFennel]

@LensOfJames I went back to 70Mai and ordered the A810 with the GPS Module.

[@grahameroberts8109]

I’d have to sell a kidney! 🙈🦘

[@LensOfJames]

I'm not sure what the going rate for a kidney is but I'm sure you'd have a bit of change left after you buy the iQ 😉