The front camera also features the same resolution.
The new model is the upgraded version of the A129 series, and offers enhanced driving safety protection from both the front and rear. It is priced at US$230 (RM1,029) on its website.
Some drivers say that tailgaters tend to back off when they spot a rear-facing dashcam installed on the car in front of them, making the rear-end accidents less likely to happen.
Now with a 2K high-res rear camera from Viofo, it can easily capture licence plate numbers in a rear-ended accident, or provide evidence if another driver is harassing from behind.
Viofo said the built-in F1.6 aperture lens and WDR (wide dynamic range) technology also aid in shooting more detailed images both day and night.
Unlike the conventional 2-inch Viofo screen, the A229 Duo dash camera uses a larger 2.4 inch HD display which delivers a bigger live view and improved performance in heat dissipation and better durability.
In addition to" REC", "MIC", "Wi-Fi", two new LED indicators, "PWR" and "GPS", have been added on the front panel to help drivers easily catch the status of the cam and the functions enabled.
The A229 Duo features a compact design using 2.8mm super slim coaxial rear cable and miniature connectors for a neat hidden installation, making it more user friendly for beginners. The upgraded coaxial cable also cut down on electromagnetic interference compared to traditional cables.
To accommodate more car models with different installations, the A229 Duo is equipped with a reversible USB-C charging cable and two USB-C power ports, one on the left side of the front cam and one on top of the GPS module. Compared to micro USB cables, USB-C cables can carry more power and reliably offer a more stable power supply.
The dashcam supports dual-band Wi-Fi options of 5GHz & 2.4GHz. Wi-Fi connection makes it convenient to control and check on videos on a smartphone end via Viofo app.
The A229 Duo comes with upgraded 5GHz Wi-Fi connection technology providing transfer speeds of up to 8MB/s, 4 times faster than traditional 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. It is compatible with more new phone models.
A HK4 hardwire kit for parking monitoring, external microphone, circular polarising lens and Bluetooth remote control are available as optional accessories.
Founded in 2011, Viofo was started by two engineers aiming at providing the ultimate dash camera image quality for users worldwide. Viofo dash cameras are now distributed in over 65 countries with millions of followers.
