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NextBase iQ Smart Dash Cam to Take IoT Connectivity from T-Mobile in North America

Nextbase Dash Cams | January 05, 2023 | Read time : 02:16 min

Nextbase, a leading dash cam brand, has announced that its forthcoming product, the Nextbase iQ, will be powered exclusively by T-Mobile in North America. T-Mobile will provide Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity for the Nextbase iQ, allowing for near real-time video and notifications as well as over-the-air updates that will add new features to the device over time. With the Nextbase iQ, drivers will be able to enjoy greater convenience and safety while on the road.

The Nextbase iQ will be available this spring for under $500, with dedicated service subscriptions starting at under $10 per month. It was named "Best of CES 2022" by Wirecutter, Rolling Stone, and Android Authority and was selected as one of TIME's Best Inventions for 2022. The Nextbase iQ is a revolutionary product that will make the roads safer for everyone by giving users access to features like automatic crash detection, collision alerts, and hands-free calling.

"The cost of entry into new car innovation is high, and together with Nextbase, we have a huge opportunity to level the playing field for owners of any vehicle, of any age, model, or specification. Everyone deserves this level of safety and security, and we're thrilled to have the opportunity to put our network behind Nextbase iQ for the greater good."

Dan Thygesen, Senior Vice President of T-Mobile Wholesale and head of T-Mobile’s growing wholesale business

It includes features such as live video and audio access, push notifications, and emergency SOS, as well as the ability to detect events such as break-ins or vandalism before they happen. It will also be able to get updates over-the-air that add new features like an advanced driver assistance system powered by artificial intelligence (AI), driver monitoring systems, and vehicle-to-vehicle communication.

About Nextbase Dash Cams

Nextbase is the global leader in dash cam technology, with a market share of over 55 percent in Europe. Just two years after its introduction to the market, the brand is also at the top of its category in North America. Nextbase is committed to transcending the dash cam category, providing high-quality dash cams that are backed, supported, and tested by a team of technical engineers who place the driver and road safety at the forefront of their priorities. More than 8,100 retail locations in North America and Canada carry Nextbase, including Best Buy, Best Buy Canada, Walmart, and Amazon. In addition, Nextbase provides a vast array of solutions for consumer, fleet, and automotive manufacturers, such as Lexus, Toyota, Hyundai, and others.

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