5 best Xiaomi DVRs
Traffic jams, non-compliance with traffic rules, accidents and other incidents, from which even an experienced driver is not insured, have led to an increase in demand for DVRs. These silent witnesses of what is happening around throughout the entire route are sometimes the only proof of the correctness of the vehicle owner in the event of an accident.
The Chinese company Xiaomi (Xiaomi), which has a history of less than 10 years, has developed under its own brand a model line of such devices, which is small today, but has already become popular. They received optimal technical characteristics thanks to the use of modern technologies, an original and at the same time unobtrusive design, which allows installing compact video equipment in the salons of any car according to the interior design. The complete set of such gadgets includes all the necessary elements for high-quality fasteners and charging. The best of them, according to sales volumes and owner reviews, are presented in our rating.
Best Xiaomi DVRs with Screen
3 Xiaomi Smart Rearview Mirror
The Xiaomi DVR belongs to the type of "smart" devices, made in the form of a rear-view mirror. This allowed the developers to equip it with a large 8.88-inch screen and a host of useful sensors. The touchscreen itself features a 7-layer optical coating for high-quality images. At a resolution of 1920 x 480, it supports 16.7 million colors. The device is powered by a quad-core processor and an innovative chip. The ADAS system, according to user reviews, functions flawlessly, warning in time of a possible collision with traffic offenders or errors directly by the vehicle owner.
Among the advantages of the model, one can also highlight the presence of a shock sensor, GPS, GLONASS, voice prompts, the ability to listen to radio, audiobooks, etc., remotely control home appliances. The internal memory of the device is designed for 16 GB, but it is easy to additionally connect a microSD card up to 64 GB. Convenient navigation using the map is another bonus from the creators of the model. Xiaomi Smart Mirror supports 2G, 3G, 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity.
2 Xiaomi YI Smart Dash Camera
For 2 years of sales, this dual-core Xiaomi model has left behind many more eminent competitors. This is due to the rich functionality that is offered in the budget category. First of all, the performance of the device attracts attention. With the help of a camera with a 2.7-inch screen, both high-resolution photography and video recording in 1920x1080 format at a maximum speed of 60 fps are performed. Moreover, the quality of the device's operation both in daytime and in nighttime conditions is equally decent, the clarity of the images, as the owners indicate in the reviews, is beyond doubt. Importantly, the device does not reduce its functionality in winter.
The 165-degree viewing angle allows you to capture not only what is in front of the hood, but also on the side of the road. Additional use of WDR technology increases the usefulness of the gadget. Users note the speed of the Wi-Fi connection at the same time the engine starts. Disadvantages include 240 mAh battery capacity, obscure lane control options and vehicle proximity alerts.
1 Xiaomi MiJia Car Driving Recorder Camera
A device based on the Mstar MSC8328P processor will be an excellent gift for every car enthusiast. Everything here is provided for high-quality tracking of the traffic situation, recording incidents, since the recording with the indication of time and date is carried out in a cyclic mode. In addition, events are located in separate files, which is convenient when searching in the archive.The Xiaomi model is equipped with a sensitive CMOS matrix with glass lenses, but its main advantage is the viewing angle of 160 degrees diagonally, while no image distortion is observed.
The 3-inch touchscreen is bright enough to handle even small objects and shadows in daylight. Therefore, additional installation of a polarizing filter is irrelevant. The DVR supports HD 1080p, videos are recorded at 30 fps in 1920 x 1080 format. In total, there is one channel for video and sound. Among other advantages, users call the presence of a shock sensor, two types of power supply (from the battery and the on-board network), the ability to wirelessly connect Wi-Fi, change the firmware and automatically turn off the screen, the cord length is 3.5 meters, and the weight is 90 grams. The downside is the lack of a GPS module.
Best Xiaomi DVRs without a screen
2 Xiaomi 70 Minutes Smart Car DVR camera
Car enthusiasts and experts in their reviews first of all call the best build quality of the device. In its cylindrical design there are no gaps, backlashes, frankly protruding elements that can break off. Everything is focused on long-term work. The compact size allows you to neatly place the gadget behind the rear-view mirror, away from the eyes of thieves.
However, behind the laconic design hides "smart" functionality, since the video recorder online via Wi-Fi can be controlled from a smartphone. To do this, after installing the application on the phone, you should register only via e-mail, otherwise you will need a Chinese number. Another drawback is that the voice commands are only in Chinese.
Conveniently, the device starts working when the engine is started or from a single button. At the same time, 20% of the memory resource is allocated for the emergency video. And such videos are saved in a separate folder. All recording is in mp4 format. The battery capacity is only 240 mAh, so this Xiaomi model can stay in standby mode for up to 9 hours. Power is supplied from both the battery and the on-board network.
1 Xiaomi 70 Meters Intelligent Traffic Recorder
Already when opening the package with the device, it is obvious that the manufacturer has taken good care of the fixing means. Here you will find a special film and glass backing, which are firmly attached to the glass and will not come off at the most inopportune moment. Those who are used to removing the DVR while not in the car will not like the model, since the fastening elements are held firmly and are not designed for repeated mounting / dismounting.
In general, the device from Xiaomi is very compact, its camera has a sensor from Sony, the viewing angle is about 130 degrees. 7-layer lens combined with touch glass to prevent glare. Despite the lack of a screen, this Xiaomi development is easy to control through the LED ring, setting the desired operating mode. The single button is multifunctional. Depending on the number of clicks, you can turn on / off the device, start Wi-Fi, format the memory card, the volume of which should not exceed 64 GB. Thanks to the proprietary application, everything that happens is displayed on the smartphone display, you can also view the already recorded videos. The minus found by users is only a minute recording time in Full HD mode. A big plus is the visibility of license plates at a distance of up to 70 meters.
