Garmin Dash Cam Mini

$68.99

Get the ultimate road companion with the Garmin Dash Cam Mini, an intuitive and powerful camcorder that captures all your driving memories.

Description

The Garmin Dash Cam Mini is a discreet, compact camcorder designed to capture high-quality video while driving. The mini camcorder is small enough to fit on the windscreen unnoticed, enabling drivers to record their journeys without distractions or cumbersome equipment in the vehicle. This Garmin Dash Cam Mini camcorder is a great addition to any car.

The Garmin Dash Cam Mini captures footage in 1080p HD with a wide-angle lens to ensure that the whole road is in the frame. It has a built-in parking mode that detects and records any motion or collisions even when your vehicle is parked. The device automatically saves the footage and can be reviewed later.

The Mini has a feature called voice control, which allows the driver to use a variety of voice commands to operate the camera without taking their hands off the wheel. This feature ensures that the driver remains focused on the road while still capturing important footage.

The device also has a feature called G-Sensor, which detects and records any sudden changes in motion such as a collision. This feature guarantees that any recorded footage can be used as evidence in court, should any legal dispute arise.

The Garmin Dash Cam Mini comes with a host of safety features such as a lane departure warning system, which alerts the driver when they are drifting out of their lane. It also has a forward collision warning system that warns the driver when they are getting too close to the car in front of them.

The camcorder has a small display screen that shows real-time footage while driving. The device is easy to install, and the footage is saved automatically onto an SD card, making it easy to transfer and store.

In conclusion, the Garmin Dash Cam Mini is an excellent choice for anyone who wants to capture their journeys while driving discreetly. With the camcorder’s small size, high-quality video, and safety features, it is an excellent investment for drivers looking to enhance the safety and security of their vehicles.

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Garmin Dash Cam Mini properties

Product name Dash Cam Mini
Max Video Resolution 1080p
Max Frames per second (FPS) 30 fps
Video Resolutions 1920×1080 (30 fps)
Type Dashcam
USB 2.0 Yes
SD Type microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
microSD Yes
microSDHC Yes
microSDXC Yes
Battery Type Li-Ion
Sound Mono
Height 53.0 mm
Width 31.0 mm
Depth 29.0 mm
Weight 29 g

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2 reviews for Garmin Dash Cam Mini

  1. Brad

    It records ok but it warms up in the summer and turns off automatically. I exchanged a different one with the seller and it is still the same. I think they packed too much into such a small housing.

  2. Ana

    I recently purchased the Garmin Dash Cam Mini and I have to say I am not too impressed. The only thing that really caught my attention was the 31.0 mm width which made it less noticeable on my windshield. However, the performance of the dash cam left much to be desired.

    As a waitress living in Riverside, I rely on my car to get me to work and back home safely. I thought investing in a dash cam would provide me with an added layer of security. Unfortunately, the Garmin Dash Cam Mini failed to meet my expectations.

    Compared to other known camcorders, the video quality of the Garmin Dash Cam Mini is poor. The images are grainy and blurry, making it difficult to see any details. I also found that the cam had trouble capturing footage in low light situations, which is a common issue in Riverside where street lights are often faulty.

    The delivery of the camcorder to Riverside was prompt and there were no issues there. However, the quality of the product was disappointing. Overall, I would rate the Garmin Dash Cam Mini a 2 out of 5 possible. While it may be a compact dashcam product type, it fails to deliver the high-quality performance that is necessary in a good dash cam.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

"How do I download and view the footage captured by my Garmin Dash Cam Mini on my computer or smartphone?"

Downloading Footage via USB:
a. Connect your Garmin Dash Cam Mini to your computer using the provided USB cable. The device will appear as a removable drive. Open the drive and navigate to the DCIM folder. Copy and paste the desired footage files into another location on your computer or save them directly onto the device for safekeeping. Eject the drive from your computer once done. Viewing Footage via Garmin Drive App:
a. Download the Garmin Drive app on your smartphone (available on both iOS and Android devices). Connect your smartphone to your Garmin Dash Cam Mini using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Follow the on-screen instructions provided by the app. Once connected, the footage will appear in the app's media gallery for viewing, sharing, or deleting. Viewing Footage via Garmin Express:
a. Download and install Garmin Express software onto your computer from the official website. Connect your Garmin Dash Cam Mini to your computer using the provided USB cable. Launch Garmin Express, select your device, and click on "Add Device. Follow the on-screen instructions provided by the software to transfer and view footage captured by your camera. In all cases, it's essential to ensure that your Garmin Dash Cam Mini is fully charged or connected to a power source during file transfers or viewing to prevent battery drainage.

How do I connect my Garmin Dash Cam Mini to my computer for data transfer?

Insert the microSD card from your Garmin Dash Cam Mini into a card reader or directly into your computer's SD card slot (if available). Turn on your computer and make sure it is connected to the internet via Wi-Fi, ethernet cable, or cellular connection. Wait for Windows (PC) or macOS (Mac) to recognize the external drive with the microSD card from your Garmin Dash Cam Mini. Open your preferred file manager program, such as My Computer (Windows) or Finder (macOS). Double-click on the external drive with the microSD card from your Garmin Dash Cam Mini to open it. You should now be able to view and transfer files between your computer and the external drive with the microSD card from your Garmin Dash Cam Mini. To transfer files specifically, select the desired video or image file(s) and either drag and drop them into a folder on your computer or right-click the selected item(s) and choose "Copy" or "Cut. Then paste the copied or cut files into their desired location. Once you have finished copying or moving files, safely eject the external drive with the microSD card from your Garmin Dash Cam Mini by right-clicking on it in your file manager program and choosing "Eject" (Windows) or dragging the device icon to the trash bin in the dock (Mac). Remove the microSD card from the external drive, and then insert it back into your Garmin Dash Cam Mini.

How do I transfer footage from my Garmin Dash Cam Mini to my computer for review and sharing?

To transfer footage from your Garmin Dash Cam Mini to your computer, follow these steps:
1. Make sure your Dash Cam Mini is connected to the power source via USB cable or the in-car power adapter. Connect one end of a USB cable to your Dash Cam Mini and the other end to your computer's USB port. Wait for your computer to recognize your Dash Cam Mini as an external storage device. This may take a few seconds. Open the file explorer on your computer and locate the drive containing your Dash Cam Mini footage. By default, it will be named "GARMIN" followed by a series of numbers and letters. Browse through the folders and subfolders to find the videos you want to review or share. Copy and paste the desired files onto your computer's hard drive or external storage device. Once the transfer is complete, safely eject the Dash Cam Mini from your computer by right-clicking on it in file explorer and selecting "Eject" (Windows) or dragging it to the trash can icon (Mac). Remember that your Dash Cam Mini automatically overwrites older footage as it fills up, so be sure to transfer any important videos before they get deleted.

How do I connect my Garmin Dash Cam Mini to my smartphone for live viewing and playback of recorded footage?

To connect your Garmin Dash Cam Mini to your smartphone for live viewing and playback of recorded footage, follow these steps:

1. Make sure that both your Garmin Dash Cam Mini and your smartphone are fully charged or have enough battery life. Download the Garmin Drive app from the App Store (for iPhones) or Google Play Store (for Android devices). Turn on Wi-Fi for your Garmin Dash Cam Mini by pressing and holding the mode button until the camera displays a solid green light. Connect your smartphone to the camera's Wi-Fi network, which will be displayed as "DashCam_xxxx" (the "_xxxx" part is a unique identifier). Open the Garmin Drive app on your smartphone and follow the on-screen instructions to pair the device with your Dash Cam Mini. If prompted, enter your Wi-Fi password for the camera's network. Once paired, you can view live video from the camera in real time within the app. You can also play back recorded footage, download videos, and adjust settings for your Garmin Dash Cam Mini through the app. To disconnect your smartphone from the camera's Wi-Fi network, press and hold the mode button on the camera until it displays a flashing green light, indicating that Wi-Fi is turned off. Your smartphone should automatically disconnect from the network at this point. To avoid overloading your smartphone with data during playback or downloading of videos, we recommend using a strong and stable Wi-Fi connection, ideally a high-speed internet connection like Wi-Fi or 4G LTE.

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