4 reasons to consider upgrading to the Huawei WiFi AX3

Huawei Philippines has just introduced its newest WiFi solution equipped with WiFi 6 that, on its own, comes with a handful of improvements and updates.

Apart from that, there’s more that it offers and we’ve personally experienced them as we’ve been using it for a couple of days now. Here’s why we think the new Huawei WiFi AX3 is worth considering as an upgrade to what you have at home.

1. Faster speeds

Again, its main selling point is experiencing the enhancements of WiFi 6 like fast connectivity even when multiple devices are connected and it also takes less battery life from your devices.

But on top of those, the company has further improved its technology between Huawei devices and offers WiFi 6 Plus with added benefits.

One is better performance speeds in real-world usage. Huawei claims that using its proprietary Gigahome chips, the WiFi AX3 can achieve faster speeds when directly compared to its competitors.

To be a bit technical about it, the company is using 160MHz frequency bandwidth which doubles the theoretical network speed available.

2. Stronger signals and stable connectivity

Another thing about WiFi 6 Plus is improved stability. Again, thanks to its self-developed chips, Huawei says the device is able to enhance signal quality and dramatically expand coverage as generated signal can easily pass through walls.

This basically means you’ll get to experience consistent speeds wherever you are in the house.

3. It looks good!

When it comes to design, you won’t go wrong with simplicity. And the Huawei WiFi AX3 is a simple as it can get with its wide, flat panels, and an all-white body (there’s also an all-black available).

It easily blends with any setup whether in the living room or your personal office. And it’s something that could even spark a conversation when you have other people over due to its very minimalist look.

4. One-tap NFC to connect

Speaking of having people over (and being socially responsible, of course), how many times did you have to spell out your password for your visitors? With the WiFi AX3, just use your Android phone (sorry, Apple users) to tap on its lower right corner to automatically connect to the network.

It’s a really convenient feature to have even for when you have a new device you want to connect to the router.

5. Not just a router (bonus)

As an additional reason to consider the WiFi AX3, it not only functions as a main router, but also as a WiFi extender/booster, and as your mother router for mesh networking.

Having this feature reflects Huawei’s 1+8+N strategy that involves an entire ecosystem of smart solutions from your smartphone, to wearables, to even the environment you’re in (smart home/mobile offices).

Final thoughts

With its price tag of PhP 3,999, the Huawei WiFi AX3 is positioned to be an affordable entry to accessing a new standard in WiFi technology. It aims to provide faster and more stable connectivity, looks good, and comes with features for added convenience of use.

But! We’re still preparing our full review on this device to see how well it delivers its promises. Stay tuned!

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70mai A810 4K dash cam review

11/03/2023

This is a sponsored article by 70mai Philippines

Equipping yourself with a dashboard camera while driving is a must since there are a lot of unexpected things that you might come across on the road. It doesn’t just serve as evidence when you get into an accident, but some dash cams even have extra features that help get you to your destination safely.

The 70mai A810 dash cam is one of those as it comes with useful features that assist you and keep an eye on your vehicle whether you’re inside or when it’s left in a parking lot.

What’s in the box?

What we have right here is the standalone A810 dash cam. By standalone, I meant that you can use a secondary rear camera and connect it to this dash cam but that is sold separately.

In the box, you get the usual manuals, a lengthy USB-C cable, a dual-port USB connector that goes in the auxiliary power outlet or the cigarette lighter, a tool to pry the double-sided adhesive if needed, and the attachment for the camera.

Setting up the dash cam is pretty straightforward and since it includes a long cable, you can easily hardwire it around the interior to lessen clutter. Initial startup is needed, of course, which involves setting the date and time.

Camera quality

Now onto the important details. The 70mai A810 dash camera features a top-notch camera that delivers impressive quality. It uses the Sony Starvis 2 IMX678, a 4K UHD image sensor that captures images with great detail.

To enhance color, it incorporates Maicolor Vivid+ technology without over-saturating the visuals, ensuring accurate and realistic color representation. Additionally, 70mai’s Night Owl Vision technology improves low-light clarity with an HDR algorithm.

It’s worth noting that many popular dash cams lack a 4K option, and some are limited to 30 FPS at 1080P, making the 70mai A810’s resolution quite impressive.

What I noticed, though, is when recording at 4K 30fps, you don’t catch every small detail like license plates when the vehicle is turning, for example (see above photo). Scaling down to 1080P at 60 FPS may be more practical, allowing you to capture sufficient detail to be more useful in case of accidents.

The camera offers a wide 150-degree field of view, so in the event of an incident, this wide perspective helps provide a more comprehensive account of what occurred.

Even at night or in basement parking lots, you still see good detail with accurate colors.

Videos recorded include additional information such as GPS coordinates, speed, date, and time, which are automatically saved at the bottom of the video. Using GPS, the camera can also track your route automatically.

This dash cam also supports Micro SD cards up to 256GB, but it’s advisable to use one with a high write speed for flawless recording. As new recordings are made, the camera automatically deletes the oldest videos to free up space.

To power the camera, you have two primary options: the built-in 500mAh battery or the hardwire kit. If you prefer not to manage battery life, you can keep the USB-C charging cord plugged in continuously.

Additionally, if you decide to combine the A810 dash camera with one of 70mai’s rear cameras, a constant power source is necessary as the battery alone won’t support both cameras.

Features

The 70mai A810 offers a handful of Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) with helpful features. Its camera can accurately detect and audibly warn about lane departure, following too closely to the vehicle ahead, and when a stopped vehicle in front starts moving. While it lacks blind spot detection, these features are generally quite reliable, with occasional accuracy issues when visibility on the road is affected like when heavy rain is pouring, for example.

Additional ADAS features include Collision Detection which automatically records a 30-second clip when unexpected vibrations occur — saving it in a separate folder for easy access, Smart Parking Guardian Mode which Utilizes AI motion detection to record potential threats (although requiring additional hardwire kit), Time Lapse Recording to compress footage during parking mode to conserve memory card space, and an optional Dual Channel Recording that allows you to attach an additional rear camera for simultaneous 1080P rear view recording.

The dash cam includes built-in Wi-Fi for connecting to your smartphone or tablet via the 70mai app. This allows you to view the camera feed on a larger screen, adjust settings, operate the camera, download footage, and share it on social media.

Final thoughts

The 70mai A810 dash camera is an affordable option that delivers excellent camera quality and useful features. It serves its purpose well if you’re looking to add a dash camera for legal protection or to simply capture your road trips in interesting perspectives.

It is currently priced at PhP 9,999 and you can check more details about it via its official Facebook page.

Shop it here: Lazada PH | Shopee PH | Amazon US

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