How to Charge the Battery of a Dash Cam?

[Kingston]

Connect the dash cam's power cable, whether using a cigarette lighter adapter or built-in wiring, and it will automatically charge when the vehicle is started. When the vehicle is turned off and power is cut, the dash cam operates on its own battery, but the capacity is small and cannot provide extended automatic power supply.

[MacJasper]

I once encountered a situation where my dash cam ran out of power while driving, and it failed to record at a critical moment, which was quite troublesome. The charging method is quite simple: dash cams usually come with a USB port, so you can just plug it into the car's cigarette lighter or USB port while driving, and it will automatically start charging. At home, you can use a regular phone charger and cable, just plug it into a wall socket. The battery is typically lithium-ion, and it usually takes 1-3 hours to fully charge. I recommend not leaving it charging overnight—unplug it once it's full to extend the battery's lifespan. Also, remember to check the battery status regularly, like charging it once a week to prevent aging. In summer, the car can get very hot, so it's better to crack the windows a bit for ventilation while charging to avoid overheating and damaging the device.