The camera and processor capabilities of smartphones are ideal for recording journeys. That’s why users also want to use their old devices in their vehicles. So how do you turn an old phone into a dash cam? You can follow these steps to both utilize the old phone and make driving safer.
Steps to turn an old phone into a dash cam
Before you can use your old phone as a dashcam, you need to make some preparations. First, you should perform a factory reset to clear out unnecessary data and maximize storage space.
We also recommend updating the operating system to the latest supported version. You can also uninstall unnecessary applications for the dashcam to optimize performance.
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The most important part of a dash cam is actually the app you use. We recommend AutoBoy Dash Cam and DailyRoads Voyager (for Android) and Car Camera, RoadCam (for iOS). You can choose an app that suits your needs and check out features such as loop recording, collision detection (G-sensor) and GPS location tracking.
After installing the app, you will need to configure its settings. Accordingly, we recommend balancing video resolution between quality and storage. You can configure the recording time to prevent the storage from filling up too quickly. You can also activate the G-sensor to automatically record images in case of sudden braking or collision.
The mounting bracket is also very important to get clear recordings. You should choose a suitable phone mount for your vehicle. You can get a suction cup holder for the windshield or dashboard. You can also choose a magnetic holder if it is compatible with your case.
