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VIOFO A229 Plus dash cam in black mounted on a car windshield, with dual cameras visible
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VIOFO A229 Plus Dash Cam Front and Rear, Dual STARVIS 2 Sensors, 1440P, 5GHz WiFi, GPS

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The VIOFO A229 Plus is the dual-channel dash cam that solved the 'good footage but ugly camera' problem. Dual STARVIS 2 Sony sensors record 1440P front and 1440P rear simultaneously, with HDR for both daytime sun and nighttime headlight glare. 5GHz WiFi for fast in-car video transfer to the VIOFO phone app. Ultra-precise GPS logs lat-long-speed onto every clip for insurance evidence. Built-in voice control for hands-free protect-clip lock. 24-hour parking mode with intelligent motion + impact de

Pros

  • Dual STARVIS 2 Sony sensors deliver license-plate-readable footage day and night, the bar most insurance claims fail at
  • 5GHz WiFi transfers a 5-minute clip to your phone in roughly 20 seconds, no SD card swap to a laptop
  • Ultra-precise GPS embeds speed and location into the video stream, accepted as evidence by most major US insurers

Cons

  • Hardwire kit for 24-hour parking mode is sold separately; budget another $20 if you want it always on

Frequently asked questions

Will it record 24/7 with the car off?

Only with the optional HK4 hardwire kit. Default install runs off the cigarette lighter and turns off when the car turns off. Hardwire kit enables motion-triggered parking mode.

What SD card size is supported?

Officially up to 256GB. The community has reported 512GB high-endurance cards working but they are not officially supported.

Does the rear camera need wires through the cabin?

Yes. The rear camera connects to the front unit with a single 20-foot coaxial cable that tucks under the headliner and door trim. Installation is a 30-minute DIY job.

How does it compare to the A229 Pro?

The Pro upgrades the front camera to 4K and adds a slightly better night sensor. For nightly commuter use, the Plus is the smarter buy; for evidence-grade 4K, step up to the Pro.

VIOFO A229 Plus Dash Cam Front and Rear, Dual STARVIS 2 Sensors, 1440P, 5GHz WiFi, GPS

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