Vortex Radar

Testing and reviewing countermeasures including radar detectors and dashcams.

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Watching some dashcam crash compilation videos, one thing that strikes me is how many potato cams there are...

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For Memorial Day, we've got a rare discount on the @escortradar Redline 360c, plus a bunch of @Uniden_America detector discounts. https://t.co/e7yqFChCFZ

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Sony is developing their Starvis 3 sensors with a new feature called LOFIC that brings us the benefits of HDR, without the downsides.

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Latest newsletter sent out today
-Cobra RAD 490i
-Botslab G980H dashcam
-Genevo is coming to the US, new RDs coming
-New ALP warranty improvement
-New guide to help identify police radar guns
-Current deals on RDs & dashcams
https://t.co/RGiAdTlSjn

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I’ve been testing out the new Cobra RAD 490i, but so far I’ve been pretty unimpressed. https://t.co/pU0I9NHJy4

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@alexymik @BlackVue What issues have you seen? I haven't had any flat out die on me, but I've had lens softness issues on certain models and buggy earlier firmware. Obviously YMMV of course, but I can totally understand not wanting to get another one if you've had issues with that brand yourself.

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Finally got around to updating the front @BlackVue DR970X Plus to the new Elite 9! #dashcam
https://t.co/Pv3zTXl962

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Do you need to update a brand new radar detector? Here's what you need to know.

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This is the ALP vs. the Poliscan laser speed cams that are popping up here in Washington State. Full video on YouTube. https://t.co/P6e3NoVKlH

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@Uniden_America just dropped a 10% off code on all their radar detectors, and some Amazon prices are even lower than Uniden's own sale. Full breakdown with all the best deals: https://t.co/A5HLHXChaJ

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Amazon's Big Spring Sale is live through March 31. I rounded up the best deals on radar detectors, laser jammers, and dash cams, with prices and coupon codes. https://t.co/A5HLHXChaJ

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While I normally prefer the top end radar detectors, here's a closer look at some of the more affordable options. https://t.co/l0EEOemOhI

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@scott_currens Ooh wow, wild footage!

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Just did a major refresh of my "Best Dashcams" guide on my website. Check it out! https://t.co/g6FJ0XCfZK

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@imikeyk Yep, just one at a time. These other apps help add some additional filtering options too though.

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So speaking of CarPlay integration, the iOS app SpectreNav (currently available in beta) also has that capability. I just realized this morning, lol.

https://t.co/eD6aQuXhhD

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It also has RD integration, CSA alerts, and I've noticed it's starting to pull regional info from an RDFGS-like database to let you know what radar bands are used in your area. Pretty slick stuff.

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@FC1_19 @escortradar @Uniden_America Not of this one. I've seen people mirror their Androids to effectively do Android Auto with apps like JBV1 and Highway Radar

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We've got a third party radar detector app that now offers CarPlay support! It's no longer just @escortradar Drive Smarter. The app is called Dukes R8 and has CSA alerts like Waze, plus integrates with various @Uniden_America and Valentine detectors. https://t.co/BxDbtEwzSz

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@escortradar @Uniden_America To learn more, here's the discussion on RDF: https://t.co/RUxR4ECi0w
and here's his settings guide: https://t.co/ZGwzePoqzl