Hupejos V8Plus Dash Cam Review : TechGoggles

I tested the Hupejos Dashcam V8Plus on my Hyundai Tucson 2022 for this review.

Unboxing

The unboxing is what you would expect, everything is nicely packed and covered to avoid damages in transit. So along with the Main Dash cam body you get a USB C to Lighter port cable to power the dash cam, a plastic tool to wedge and tuck the cables for a cleaner cable management, 2 mounts to stick your camera to the windshield, one thing I like is they gave you an extra one just in case. Then you have a ‘Wet & dry’ cleaning cloth, A CPL filter, couple of small clips for cable management, user manual, warranty registration QR code and finally the Rear Camera.

In case you are wondering what the CPL filter is, its basically an extra layer of glass that helps manage reflections and bright lights pointed directly at the camera.

On the top it has a 4 ports, The USB C port that powers the camera, the Memory card slot and the port that looks like the 3.5mm jack for connecting the rear camera. Also there is a small hole on the side which is like the old school reset option

The Dash Cam comes preinstalled with a 64 GB memory Card and it supports 1 upto 256GB.

Before we get to how easy/ hard it is to install this, I want to mention why I chose this model. It’s for these side cameras. You can adjust them however you like, you can point them towards the side windows, If you are an Uber driver you can point them towards the customer, if you have a larger vehicle, you can point them angled to the front to cover any blind spots.

Disclaimer: We did not buy this product, we reached out to Hupejos and asked for a review unit basesd on the postive reviews it has on Amazon.

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Installation

The goal for any dashcam setup is maximum visibility with minimum obstruction. I chose to mount the unit directly below the rearview mirror, leaving a small gap beneath the mirror’s plastic housing to accommodate the top-exiting wires. If I install it on the left or right of the plastic, I am obstructing the view of at least 1 camera.

The Mounting Process:

Prep the Glass: Use the included wet and dry microfiber cloths to ensure the surface is clinical-grade clean.
Align: Before peeling the adhesive, “dry fit” the camera to ensure it is perfectly level.
Bond: Peel the plastic cover, align, and apply firm pressure to the glass.

Phase 2: The Art of Cable Management

Many drivers avoid DIY installs because they fear the wiring. Car manufacturers design interiors with accessories in mind, there are almost always hidden channels and gaps designed to accommodate extra wiring.

1. The Headliner (The Easy Part)

After plugging in the USB-C cable, begin by tucking the wire behind the headliner. Be gentle. You shouldn’t need to pull or use significant force here; the cable should slide into the gap between the fabric and the roof with light finger pressure.

2. The Side Pillar & Weather Stripping

Before proceeding, identify your airbag locations. In my vehicle, the pillars are clear (airbags are located in the steering wheel and side dashboard), which simplifies the process.

The Technique: Use the plastic wedge tool provided to create a slight gap in the pillar trim.
The Weather Stripping: Pull the rubber weather stripping back slightly to tuck the wire toward the floor.
It’s Cold Outside: If possible, do this in a garage or on a warm day. Attempting to manipulate stiff rubber seals in freezing temperatures makes a simple task significantly more difficult.

3. Below the Dash Board

Once you reach the bottom of the dashboard, look for existing gaps in the under-dash trim. There is usually ample empty space here to bundle any excess cable length using zip ties or the provided clips. From there, route the wire to your 12V power port (cigarette lighter) for a final connection.

The Software & Setting up

It is worth noting the resolution trade-offs. The main camera is a native 4K unit, with secondary cameras recording at 1080p. However, if you connect the rear camera, the front resolution adjusts to 3K to manage the processing load, while the others remain at 1080p. Of course, resolution is only half the story, bitrate and sensor quality are what truly matter.

Navigation and Settings

Once powered on, the Hupejos interface is fairly intuitive. Here is the breakdown of the physical controls:

M Icon (Left): Functions as the Menu and “Back” button.
Power Button: Can also act as a “Back” button.
Arrows: Used for navigating through selections.
OK Button (Right): Your “Enter” or selection button.

First Steps: The very first thing you should do is go to Settings and select Format Card. Even if the card comes pre-formatted, doing this in-device ensures total compatibility. Note that the settings menu has two pages (indicated by white dots at the bottom); press the Menu button again to toggle between them.

Key Features:

Playback: This allows you to rewatch footage directly on the device, neatly sorted by the specific camera (Front/Rear/Interior).
Voice Control: A hands-free list of commands that allows you to switch camera views, take still photos, or toggle the microphone without taking your hands off the wheel etc.

App Integration and Wi-Fi

To pull footage onto your smartphone, you will need the TSCAM app (available via the App Store or the QR code in your manual).

Enable Wi-Fi: Long-press the OK button or toggle it via the settings. The camera will display its SSID and password.
Connect: Find the camera’s signal in your phone’s Wi-Fi settings and connect.
Sync: Open the TSCAM app. From here, you can view a live feed, take photos, or click the Memory Card icon to download recorded clips directly to your phone’s photo library.

Video Quality

Before diving into the specifics, it’s important to set realistic expectations: no dashcam at this price point (in fact at most price points) will match the video quality of your smartphone. They simply lack the sensors and the post-processing and computational powers in our pockets.

However, a dashcam has a specific job description: provide a clear record of fault in an accident and ensure license plates are legible. The Hupejos V8 Plus delivers on both fronts.

Day and Night Performance

The standout feature I noticed here was the brightness in low light situations. Whether you are looking at the 4K front-facing lens or the side-profile cameras, the image remains impressively illuminated.

Low-Light Capabilities: This is arguably the camera’s strongest selling point. The low-light performance is surprisingly robust across all channels, ensuring that your footage doesn’t turn into a grainy mess once the sun goes down.
Clarity: It successfully captures the essential details needed for insurance claims or police reports.

Post Processing and Sharpness

If you review your footage on a high-resolution 1440p or 4K monitor, you will notice a distinct “over-sharpened” look. This is because the hardware is compensating for what it lacks in raw sensor depth through digital post-processing. Is it a dealbreaker? Not at all, Specially considering they compromised these details for low light performance.

Memory Management

It saves the videos in batches, i.e. it will create a new video file every 3 minutes, its a normal process most DVR’s follow, to avoid corruption of long video files.

Each 3 Min file from the 4K front camera is 460MB and the 1080P side cameras create a 180MB file each.

So on a 64GB memory card you get 4 Hours record time before it starts overwriting itself. If you want more you can upgrade to a 256GB memory card which would give you a record time of roughly 16 hours.

This is without the back camera.

Conclusion

With the Rear camera installed this is a 360 degree Dash cam for your car, considering the price you are getting it at, its ticks all the check marks for considering a product ‘Value for Money‘.