I do understand about costs and profitability, but the wifi upload feature I mentioned should be just a programmatic change on the units which already have wifi. I would think R&D costs wouldn't be that much more and there would be little to no hardware change to incorporate. Heck with the trend of most new dashcams going to microsd, I would even buy a no frills model with only the wifi upload feature. I have been on a hunt for a newer high quality dashcam, but have had to dismiss many good choices simply because they lack a standard SD slot, and trying to change a microsd daily is just asking to have them lost in the many cracks & vents in the dash area.
One of the reasons I own a dashcam, aside from the obvious accident investigation, is also to protect myself from claims against past events. There have actually been reports of cash strapped red light camera companies doctoring photos to generate revenue from unsuspecting motorists. Imagine getting a ticket for running a red light 3 weeks ago and having the video documentation to prove it was false or that there were extenuating circumstances. I haven't had to use the archived footages for anything yet, but the paranoid side of my keeps thinking the day I decide to stop archiving is the day I'll need it.
KuoH
One of the reasons I own a dashcam, aside from the obvious accident investigation, is also to protect myself from claims against past events. There have actually been reports of cash strapped red light camera companies doctoring photos to generate revenue from unsuspecting motorists. Imagine getting a ticket for running a red light 3 weeks ago and having the video documentation to prove it was false or that there were extenuating circumstances. I haven't had to use the archived footages for anything yet, but the paranoid side of my keeps thinking the day I decide to stop archiving is the day I'll need it.
KuoH
I see your point. You proposals are interesting, but don't forget: more features you ask - more it cost.