The 70mai 4K Omni Dash Cam stands out from the dash cam crowd immediately due to its 360-degree rotating lens front video and drop-down design. It offers both in‑car and road coverage using a motorised turret, recording in 4K at up to 60fps with a Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 sensor.
The images are ultra sharp even in low light conditions thanks to features like Night Owl Vision and Lumi Vision. The rear camera that comes in the bundle records in full HD (1080p at 30fps) and offers clear enough images to read licence plates and view rear activity.
Its ability to pivot through approximately 340 degrees combined with a wide 140 degree field of view gives effectively full surveillance coverage from a single mounting point. The unit can pan to follow motion detected nearby, making it especially useful for parking mode protection when hardwired and paired with the optional 4G kit.
Voice control enables hands‑free activation for vlogging inside the car or focusing on incidents. The animated avatar ‘MaIX’ on the 1.4‑inch colour display adds both charm and clear orientation features.
The app makes it easy to setup, configuration of the start position, video settings and parking alerts. Wi‑Fi 6 support enables fast video transfers, GPS logging and driver assist alerts for lane departure and forward collision detection. The next-generation AI Motion Detection 2.0 and dual Hall Effect Sensors, offers smooth rotation and precise human targeting. You can check in on your car and its surroundings whilst you are parked up and it will also send you notifications of suspicious behaviour or collisions.
That tall, bulbous shape is going to be a deal breaker for some as it can hang low from windshields in smaller vehicles and be tricky to remove for cleaning or transferring. The rear camera is fixed and lacks motion detection or alerts.
In summary, the 70mai 4K Omni delivers superb front‑facing 4K footage, flexible 360 degree coverage, motion tracking and solid driver‑aid features. While the quirky design may not suit every vehicle or taste, its comprehensive feature set, smart parking mode and clear video performance make it a great choice for vloggers and safety‑conscious drivers alike. RRP £306.89
- Excellent 4K video quality with wide dynamic range
- Unique 360 degree rotating lens for full coverage
- Smart motion tracking and parking surveillance
- Voice control and animated interface
- Wi Fi 6, GPS and cloud connectivity
- Bulky design may obstruct view in smaller cars
- Rear camera lacks smart features
