How to Connect a Dash Cam to Your Phone

Dash cam is a camera that you can use to record videos of your drives and get evidence in an accident. But you might be wondering if it is possible to connect your dash cams to your smartphone. The short answer is Yes, you can connect your dashcam with your smartphone. When you connect your dash cam with your phone, this will make it easier for you to manage your dash cam videos.

Wi-Fi

You can connect your dashcam to your Phone with Wi-Fi. You can also use Wi-Fi for features like live view and sending videos or updates.

Smartphone App

In dash cams that have Wi-Fi connection, you can also get an app that you can download on your smartphone. With this app, you will be able to control your dash cam, see live recording and download videos.

USB

You can also use a USB connection to transfer videos from your dashcam to your computer to view or edit them.

SD Card

You can find the memory card port in the dash cam and remove the microSD card from your dash cam. You can then put the SD card into your phone or computer to view videos.

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Cloud Storage

Some advance dash cams also allow you to connect your dash cam to cloud storage. You can store and see your dashcam videos from anywhere in the world.

Bluetooth

You can also use Bluetooth to setup the dash cam with app and controls basic things like changing settings in your dashcams.

Wire Transfer

You can also connect the cable from the dash cam to the USB port on your computer.

Easy Sharing

When you connect your dash cam with your smartphone, you can use it to share videos with others like insurance companies, lawyers, or friends and family easily.

Remote Access

If you have Wi-Fi on your dashcam, you can also connect it with your phone app to see live video when it is parked. It will give you peace of mind when you know that your car is protected.

Alerts

In some dashcams, you can also enable alert mode that will give you alerts (alarms) in case of any incident. You can use this feature to warn yourself if something wrong is happening with your car.

Manage Videos

You can also use your phone app to browse, play videos, download, and delete recorded footage from your dash cam. You can do this without going to the dashcam from your app.

Real-time Customization

You can also change dash cam settings like video resolution and parking mode sensitivity with your phone app.

1. Power On:

Turn your dash cam ON.

2. Access Wi-Fi Settings:

Open your dash cam menu to find the Wi-Fi settings. You can do it by physical buttons on the dash cam or a touchscreen.

3. Enable Wi-Fi:

Now you can find the option to enable the Wi-Fi. Your dash cam will make its own Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password.

1. Open Wi-Fi Settings on Phone:

Go to the Wi-Fi settings menu on your smartphone.

2. Search for Network:

Find the Wi-Fi network with the name (SSID) you saw on your dash cam. It will be something like "DashCam_XXXX" where XXXX is a unique code.

3. Enter Password:

Tap on the dash cam Wi-Fi network and enter the password you saw in the Wi-Fi settings menu on your dash cam.

4. Connect:

Your phone will be connected to the Wi-Fi network of your dash cam.

1. Download App:

You can download the companion app for your dash cam model from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. You can find the app (App name or the QR Code) for your dashcam in the user manual. If you have a Redtiger Dash cam, you can search for “RedTiger Dash Cam” on your App store.

2. Launch App:

Open the dash cam app on your smartphone.

3. Register:

Create the account by entering your username, email, and password. Note it down or remember it so you can log in any time.

4. Connect to Dash Cam:

After logging in, the app will detect your dash cam itself. Otherwise, follow the on-screen instructions in the app to connect it.

5. Explore Features:

Once your smartphone and dashcam are connected, you can use the app to see live video, download videos, change settings, etc.

If you still cannot connect your dashcam to your phone, you can watch our video guide.

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Dash Cam Wi-Fi Not Showing Up:

If you cannot find the dash cam Wi-Fi network on your smartphone, you should see if Wi-Fi on your dash cam is turned on. You can restart your dash cam and your phone and try again.

Connection Keeps Dropping:

If your dash cam and your phone are not connecting, you should move closer to the dash cam.

App Not Connecting to Dash Cam:

If you cannot connect your dash cam with the phone app, you should check if you have installed the correct app. You can find the App name or the QR code on the user manual of your dash cam.

Slow Transfer Speeds:

If you think that it is taking a very long time to transfer videos to your phone, this can be because of poor connection. You can move closer to the dash cam or compress the file before sending it to your phone.

When you connect your dash cam connected with your phone, you can manage your videos easily. It will let you share videos faster, access footage from anywhere and change settings easily. Redtiger dash cams also have Wi-Fi connectivity what work well with smartphone apps. You can easily connect your Redtiger dash cam to your phone.

Dash cams that have Wi-Fi are compatible with both Android and iOS smartphones. You can also check the dashcam specifications or user manual to see what app they can connect to. You can also check the app store to see if there is an app for your dash cam.

It is not a good idea to use your dash cam’s Wi-Fi connection while driving. It can take your attention away from the road and distract you which can cause accident. You should connect your dash cam when your car is safely parked.

If you cannot find dashcam Wi-Fi on your phone, you should see if the Wi-Fi on your dash cam is ON. You can also restart both the dash cam and your phone. If you still cannot find it, you should check your dashcam user manual.