YI MIRROR DASH CAM REVIEW
Most of these features are standard in most dash cameras in the current market but there are a few new features that differentiates this car camera system from the rest. The Yi Mirror Dash Cam has a ‘driver fatigue’ reminder. After driving a long distance and for a while, the camera alerts you of potential fatigue, making a safer experience for the user. This camera has a 4.3” touchscreen for users that want to interact with the interface easier. It also has a built-in 2.4GHz WiFi connection to download footage onto a cell phone through an app.
The issues with this camera are few and far between, especially for the price point. The rear camera could be better as it does not record in 1080p on the rear backup camera, so the image is not as sharp. It also has a narrower viewing angle than many dash cams. Some complain of a lot of noise on both cameras and it being foggy on rainy days. The rearview camera can be a bit blurry, especially at night. One of the major issues is screen glare. The camera doesn’t seem to have a great brightness adjustment system so it’s hard to see during the day and blinding at night. There’s no dimming option on the mirror like a common rear view car mirror, so if someone comes by with bright headlights or their high beams on it might cause eye strain for the driver. This seems like an oversight that Yi needs to seriously address because it impairs the driver’s functionality on the road. Some other complaints about the physical mirror is that it’s too large for some and that it shakes while driving, which can be disorienting and can alter the footage. Size of the mirror is simply a personal preference, but shaky footage is a definite drawback, allow this may have been due to not properly securing the camera. Another issue many users had was difficulty finding their video files once they downloaded them onto their phone. The reason for this seems to be the file type but this is something to prepare for if you’re considering purchasing the camera
Overall, this camera has mixed reviews. Yi is known for providing good quality cameras at excellent prices. They’re great at the fundamentals of a dash camera at any price: easy installation, good value for the money, great camera quality and good audio, an easy interface, and simple transfer of video files from the camera to a phone or a computer. They offer several other products with just as unique features as the Mirror Dash Camera. Yi is always trying to add new features to their cameras while maintaining a low price point. Things like the dual cameras, gravity sensors, and driver fatigue alerts are relatively new things that separate Yi from the competition. They are always thinking of the driver and what other things would benefit them and improve the driving experience. Unfortunately, they overlooked a few things. Shakiness and noise in recorded video is understandable, especially if the driver is recording in a noisy city or on an unkempt road. The largest issue is the glare and lack of a dimming option, which need to be fixed before anyone gets seriously hurt. Other than that, this is a stellar buy for a cheaper mirror dash camera and is well worth the money