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The Support Team: Vision Quest

Establishing a name for itself with cameras for enthusiasts and security purposes, Waylens has its eye on enhancing drivers’ experiences while backing its growing dealer network.

Words by Jamie Sorcher

Born out of the highly respected MIT Media Lab and just a few years fresh from its Kickstarter campaign, Boston-based Waylens is well on its way to becoming a household name in the 12-volt world. Right now, the company has two automotive cameras in the market—Horizon and Secure360.

The company’s mission is to transform the way people enjoy their time behind the wheel. The first product, the Waylens Horizon, is perfect for the enthusiast. It lets drivers capture, edit and share interesting moments and automotive performance data from the road.

The Waylens Secure360 gives owners peace of mind. Lots of folks have basic remote start or security for their cars, but this takes things a step further, according to product manager Aaron Thomas.

“It’s like a mobile-drone option so you can remote start your car when you’re flying back from SEMA and can get it going at the airport before you even get there,” he said. “The big difference is that with existing products, you can’t actually see your car. You can control it, you can start it, but you can’t actually see it. You wouldn’t be able to get the evidence you might need for an insurance claim if something happened. That’s where our camera, the Secure360, steps in and that’s where the 4G connection gives you visual confirmation of... Read the rest of the story HERE.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The 360-degree automotive security camera that inspired early adopters and won SEMA’s Best New Mobile Electronics Award now comes with One Free Month of 4G data

Cambridge, Mass. (September 30, 2019) – Waylens, Inc. announced today it is now supplying new users one month of free data with Secure360 4G. Combined with the company’s 30-day Risk Free Guarantee, Waylens’ One Free Month of Data lets a new user test drive Secure360 4G while enjoying live features like remote livestreaming, instant security alerts, and real-time location data. “At Waylens, we want the user to enjoy the full Secure360 experience,” said Product Manager Aaron Thomas. “With One Free Month of Data, the user can try that peace-of-mind for free.”

Secure360 4G is the car camera system that records in one seamless 360-degree view, capturing events that happen even from the side and rear where typical cameras have blind spots. Featuring the industry’s longest park mode of 15 days, Secure360 4G watches in and around the car even when it’s unattended for an extended time, sending real-time alerts so the owner can see evidence on his smartphone – anytime, from anywhere.

The One Free Month of Data begins when the user activates his or her data account using the Secure360 app. Even after that first month, Secure360 4G remains affordable to operate. The typical user spends less than $10 per month and a 12-month plan is less at $8 per month. Unlike other offerings in the industry that require users use 4G data to watch video in the car, Secure360 4G lets users view video using WiFi for free. “We believe automotive security should provide real peace-of-mind and we understand there is an economic component to that,” said Waylens CEO Haowei Zhang. “We therefore designed Secure360 with free viewing options that keep the security experience affordable for just about everyone.”

Secure360 features:

  • 360-degree vision
  • 15-day park mode
  • 10-minute easy installation
  • Built-in temperature control for quiet operation
  • High-speed 4G LTE connection
  • Automatic cloud uploading with anytime, anywhere video access via the cloud
  • Live video streaming
  • Multiple viewing modes through the app
  • Real-time motion and impact notifications
  • Real-time location data
  • 256 GB back-up storage capacity
  • Affordable operation (most users spend < $10/month)
  • Support for multiple cameras / drivers through the app
  • 30-day test drive
  • One month of free data

Pricing:

The Secure360 4G retails for $399.95. An $8-$10 monthly service charge covers 1GB of usage with a rolling 7 days of free cloud storage. 

Privately-held Waylens creates automotive camera technologies and products that make the experience of car ownership and driving more enjoyable and secure. It is a team of world-class engineers, designers, and car enthusiasts who share a passion for building the best automotive cameras in the world. 

Waylens is headquartered in Cambridge, with offices in Cincinnati and Shanghai. For more information, visit waylens.com or 360.waylens.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Strategic partnership allows for the expanded footprint of Waylens automotive camera product lines

Cambridge, Mass. (May 23, 2019) – Waylens, Inc., automotive camera innovator, announces its partnership with 12-volt distributor Velocity Distributing.

Based in Houston, Texas and led by President Gary Wermuth and Director of Sales Shawn Simpson, Velocity Distributing will be covering the Texas, Arizona, Louisiana, and Oklahoma markets for Waylens. Known for world-class support of its network of dealers, Velocity will provide dealers with 24/7 ordering and real time inventory availability on their website under development now.

“We are excited about the alliance between Waylens and Velocity as this aligns with our goal to expand our sales through strategic, service-oriented distribution partners,” said Director of Sales Everett Morss. “Velocity has the team, service-mentality, and technology that fits our camera technologies that improve the experience of car ownership.”

Waylens' enthusiast camera, the Horizon, consists of a high-precision data-logging camera, plug-and-play OBD-II transmitter, one-click remote and mobile app to let drivers overlay vehicle performance data on stunning full HD video and share the total driving experience in real-time.

The Waylens Secure360 is a breakthrough in automotive security. Its peerless 360-degree lens simultaneously captures events in and around the vehicle even when parked. Utilizing advanced sensor fusion technology, the Secure360 provides intelligent event detection for weeks at a time without draining an unattended vehicle’s battery. The 4G option enables instant alerts and live-streaming through the Secure360 app, putting complete security in the palm of the driver's hand.

“At Velocity Distributing, our goal is to help dealers grow their business with the most innovative products and excellent service,” stated Vice President Glen MacGibbon. “The Waylens Secure360 automotive security camera and Horizon automotive enthusiast camera are a natural fit for our dealers who wish to offer customers products that add true value to their lives.” 

Privately-held Waylens creates automotive camera technologies and products that make the experience of car ownership and driving more enjoyable and secure. It is a team of world-class engineers, designers, and car enthusiasts who share a passion for building the best automotive cameras in the world. 

Waylens is headquartered in Cambridge Massachusetts, with offices in Cincinnati and Shanghai. For more information, visit waylens.com or follow on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or call Velocity Distributing at (281) 972-7200.

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Boston, MA (July 20, 2017) – Waylens, Inc. announced that it has hired long-time sales executive Everett Morss As Director of Major Account Sales. Everett has over 30 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry, including Beltronics, Escort and Cobra branded products.

“As we look to expand our North American retail presence, we felt Everett was an excellent fit. His knowledge and relationships in the industry are wide and deep.” said Waylens CEO Haowei Zhang.

Waylens launched its first product, the Horizon automotive camera system, in 2015 on Kickstarter. Since that time it has grown to be a successful camera technology company with offices in Boston, Shanghai, Austin and Cincinnati.

Waylens recently announced its next series of automotive cameras, Waylens Secure360, at CE Week in New York City. The innovative Secure360 4G camera is the first and only automotive security camera with true 360 degree protection. And, the simple-to-use Waylens Secure app work seamlessly together with the Waylens Cloud to provide a complete 360 security solution for your vehicle.

The Secure360 4G camera looks out for you and your car, so you can relax

  • True 360, all-glass, 7-element lens captures with clarity what’s happening in and around your car, giving you complete insight into any event
  • Innovative sensor fusion technology combines 3D radar, 3-axis accelerometer, and 3-axis gyro event detection to provide intelligent alerts
  • Automatic uploading of event data to the Waylens Cloud keeps event evidence secure even if the camera is stolen or disabled
  • Advanced power management keeps the camera alert to events when your vehicle is in park, without draining your battery
  • Built-in GPS technology provides location data to help you find your car
  • Voice recognition allows hands-free interaction, so you can keep your eyes on the road
  • High-speed 4G bandwidth delivers real-time live alerts and live streaming information power

The Waylens Secure app puts peace-of-mind in the palm of your hand 

  • Access event data from Waylens Cloud on demand from any location
  • Choose from multiple viewing modes of video evidence to see the full story 
  • Get event notifications instantly, right on your phone
  • Monitor your vehicle in real-time from any location
  • Remind yourself of your car’s location

Waylens also offers a WiFi-only version of the camera for drivers who need 360-degree vision and event-capturing but do not require the live alerts and live streaming available with the 4G.

Both the 4G and WiFi versions of the Secure360 lineup are designed with drivers in mind, featuring an elegant, low-profile design that looks at home in any vehicle. The cameras mount low on the windshield to ensure a panoramic view of the interior and exterior driving environment and provide a clear view of the road ahead.

Pricing and Availability:

The Waylens Secure360 WiFi will begin shipping by the end of November 2017 for $249.95. The Waylens Secure360 4G with live alerts and live-streaming will begin shipping during the first quarter 2018 for $349.95. Preordering for both models will begin later this summer.

“As we roll out the Secure360 line of products, I’m excited to work with Everett again,” said Tim Coomer, Vice President. “Everett and I worked together in the past and believe we can build a powerful retail business for Waylens and its partners,” continued Coomer.

Boston, MA (October 1, 2018) – Waylens, Inc. announced today it has hired long-time National Sales Trainer Aaron Thomas as its new Product Manager. Aaron brings over 10 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry, including Escort, Beltronics, and Cobra products.

“As we look to support our rapid growth at retail, we felt Aaron was an outstanding fit. His technical knowledge and ability to train others in the industry are excellent.” said Waylens President Tim Coomer.

Waylens launched its first product, the Horizon automotive camera system, in 2015 on Kickstarter.

Waylens recently launched a series of automotive security cameras, the Waylens Secure360. The innovative Secure360 4G connected camera is the first and only automotive security camera with true 360-degree protection and instant notifications to a smartphone.

“As we roll out the Secure360 line of products, I’m excited to work with Aaron,” Coomer continued. “Aaron and I worked together in the past and I believe he will make a significant contribution to our team and our retail partners’ businesses.”

Waylens is transforming the way people enjoy their time behind the wheel. The automotive camera company’s first product, the Waylens Horizon, enables drivers to easily capture, edit, and share interesting moments and automotive performance data from the road; its new Secure360 line of products give owners unequalled peace of mind. Waylens is headquartered in Boston, with offices in Cincinnati, Austin and Shanghai. For more information, visit waylens.com or 360.waylens.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

The 360-degree automotive security camera that inspired early adopters and won SEMA’s Best New Mobile Electronics Award is now available with Easy Install OBD-II power cord.

Cambridge, MA (April 30, 2019) – Waylens, Inc. announced today that it’s launching a new version of its Secure360 that includes an OBD-II power cord, allowing for easy installation and eliminating the need to connect power to the vehicle’s fuse box. “Best Buy, along with some of our other retail partners, have asked us for alternative ways to power the Secure360 camera line to maximize sales for the DYI consumer. The OBD-II connection allows anyone to install it in just a few minutes," said Tim Coomer, Waylens’ President.

Secure360 is a total car security solution that blends multiple sensing technologies to see trouble, anticipate risks, and capture events when the driver is in the car or away from it for an extended time. “We’ve always believed automotive security is just as important as home security,” said Waylens CEO Haowei Zhang. “The Secure360 is the only automotive security camera that provides true 360-degree protection in both driving and parked situations. Our new Easy Install version eliminates the need for professional installation, making set-up simple enough for anyone to do.”

The Secure360 4G with Easy Install OBD-II power cord will be available at Best Buy and on the Waylens website beginning mid-to-late May. All other accounts will have access to this new model in June.

Breakthrough Features:

  • 360-degree lens captures every angle
  • The patent-pending 360-degree lens of the Secure360 simultaneously captures all 360-degrees of activity inside and outside the car. Whether a fender bender in a parking lot or a collision during a commute, the Secure360's interior and exterior views eliminate confusion about what happened.
  • Industry’s longest park mode keeps the car protected even when the driver’s away.
  • The Secure360’s low-power sensors actively monitor an unattended vehicle for an unprecedented 360 hours or 15 days.
  • 4G connection keeps driver informed in real-time
  • The Secure360 4G camera and simple-to-use app work seamlessly together to provide a complete security experience. Automatic uploading of event data to the cloud keeps event evidence secure even if the camera is stolen or disabled. High-speed 4G bandwidth delivers real-time live alerts and live streaming.

“We developed Secure360 because all car owners need protection from financial loss and unfair litigation,” explained Waylens’ President Tim Coomer. “Now all car owners can install the ultimate automotive security camera themselves.”

Pricing and Availability:

The Secure360 4G retails for $399.95 plus a $9.95 per month for 1GB of data usage with a rolling 7 days of free cloud storage.

Privately-held Waylens creates automotive camera technologies and products that make the experience of car ownership and driving more enjoyable and secure. It is a team of world-class engineers, designers, and car enthusiasts who share a passion for building the best automotive cameras in the world.

Waylens is headquartered in Cambridge Massachusetts, with offices in Cincinnati, Austin and Shanghai. For more information, visit waylens.com and don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

The 360-degree automotive security camera that inspired early adopters and won SEMA’s Best New Mobile Electronics Award is now available with high-speed 4G LTE connectivity

Cambridge, MA (September 5, 2018) – Waylens, Inc. announced today that is has partnered with Best Buy to bring the Secure360 line to market this fall. Best Buy currently offers the Waylens Horizon and Secure360 Wi-Fi on their website and will roll out both versions of the Secure360 to their stores this fall. “Best Buy has done a great job in showcasing leading technology for the home and is doing the same for the automotive category. We’re excited to be part of their automotive initiatives,” said Tim Coomer, Waylens’ President.

The availability of the much-anticipated Secure360 4G dash camera that captures everything going on in and around the car, even when parked, is here. The first and only consumer automotive camera to utilize 360-degree imaging technology, the Secure360 connects to the Waylens Secure App, putting in the palms of drivers’ hands the power to know, show and protect what’s important in real-time from any location.

KNOW what’s happening in and around the car: now via live smartphone alerts.

SHOW evidence of accidents, theft and other events: now uploaded automatically to the cloud.

PROTECT drivers from threats and misinformation: now with real-time information.

The first-place winner of SEMA’s 2017 Best New Mobile Electronics Product Award and recipient of a SEMA Global Media Award and a CE Week Best in Show Award, the Secure360 captured the imaginations of the Kickstarter and Indiegogo crowdfunding communities seeking the most innovative products. The Secure360 is a total car security solution that blends multiple sensing technologies to see trouble, anticipate risks, and capture events when the driver is in the car or away from it for an extended time.

“With all the threats drivers face today, car owners need at least as much protection as homeowners do,” said Waylens CEO Haowei Zhang. “The Secure360 is the only consumer dash cam that provides true 360-degree vision. While the limited view and coverage of other cameras fall short, the Secure360 provides full 360-degree video evidence in all driving and parked situations.”

How the Secure360 4G works:

Step 1: Go for a drive

While driving, the 360-degree lens captures everything

Step 2: Park without worry 

When parked, low power sensors monitor for unusual events

Step 3: Stay informed

If a security event is detected, the Secure360 sends the user an alert while storing evidence on the onboard microSD card and automatically uploading it to the cloud for safekeeping

Breakthrough features:

  • Witness Everything: 360-degree lens captures everything inside and out 
    The patent-pending 360-degree lens of the Secure360 simultaneously captures all 360-degrees of activity inside and outside the car. Whether a fender bender in a parking lot or a collision during a commute, the Secure360's interior and exterior views eliminate confusion about what occurred.
  • Always Available: Low power sensors watch for unusual events 
    The Secure360 packs amazing technology into a beautiful design, relying on radar, a 3-axis accelerometer and GPS to detect unusual events even when the car is turned off for an extended time. Low-power sensors allow the Secure360 to actively scan the perimeter to protect an unattended vehicle for an unprecedented 360 hours or 15 days.
  • Constantly Connected: 4G bandwidth streams to the cloud 
    The innovative Secure360 4G camera and simple-to-use Secure360 app work seamlessly together to provide a complete security experience. Automatic uploading of event data to the cloud keeps event evidence secure even if the camera is stolen or disabled. High-speed 4G bandwidth delivers real-time live alerts and live streaming information power.

“Whether commuters, rideshare drivers, car enthusiasts, or parents of young drivers, all car owners need protection from financial loss and unfair litigation,” explained Waylens’ President Tim Coomer. “The Secure360 protects your vehicle investment, yourself and your loved ones at a price every driver can afford.”

Pricing and Availability:

The Secure360 4G is now shipping to early Kickstarter and Indiegogo backers. Once backer orders are fulfilled, shipments will begin to retailers and direct customers. The Secure360 4G retails for $399.95 plus a $10 monthly service charge that covers 1GB of usage with a rolling 7 days of free cloud storage. The Secure360 Wi-Fi has been shipping for the past month and retails for $299.95 and has all the features of the 4G model but without the live features.

Privately-held Waylens creates automotive camera technologies and products that make the experience of car ownership and driving more enjoyable and secure. It is a team of world-class engineers, designers, and car enthusiasts who share a passion for building the best automotive cameras in the world. 

Waylens is headquartered in Cambridge, with offices in Cincinnati, Austin and Shanghai. For more information, visit waylens.com or 360.waylens.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Waylens Wins First Place New Product Award at 2017 SEMA Show New Secure360 Automotive Security Camera Recognized for Innovation in Mobile Electronics Category

Boston, MA (October 31, 2017) – The Specialty Equipment Market Association’s SEMA Show is the largest automotive trade show in the world, drawing the industry’s brightest minds to discuss new technologies in the automotive industry. Waylens was one of thousands of automotive equipment companies exhibiting its products; its new Secure360 was among over 3,000 products competing for SEMA’s coveted New Product Awards. Waylens clinched First Place for its new Secure360 Automotive Security Camera as the best new product in the Mobile Electronics Category.

The first and only consumer automotive camera to utilize 360-degree imaging technology, the Waylens Secure360 gives drivers a truly seamless 360-degree view both in and around the vehicle, automatically uploading video to the cloud for on-demand access. Also available with powerful 4G connection to the Waylens Secure app with live alerts and live monitoring, the Waylens Secure360 puts in the palms of drivers’ hands the power to know, show and protect what’s important.

KNOW what’s happening in and around your car in real-time from any location.

SHOW evidence of accidents, theft and other events with video evidence.

PROTECT your car, yourself and your loved ones from threats and misinformation.

The Secure360 joins the company’s acclaimed Horizon Automotive Performance Camera that lets drivers capture vehicle performance data and overlay it onto video to share their driving experience. While the Horizon is focused on the enthusiast market, the Secure360 is a targeted to every driver that wants to protect their investment and their families from risk.

“The Secure360 leverages our imaging and computer vision expertise to provide drivers a complete security experience,” said Waylens CEO Haowei Zhang.

“The opportunity to develop technology solutions to solve real consumer needs drives the Waylens team,” added Waylens CTO Dawei Shen.

The innovative Secure360 4G camera and the simple-to-use Waylens Secure app work seamlessly together with the Waylens Cloud to provide a complete 360 security experience:

The Secure360 4G camera looks out for you and your car, so you can relax

  • True 360, all-glass, 7-element lens captures with clarity what’s happening in and around your car, giving you complete insight into any event
  • Innovative sensor fusion technology combines 3D radar, 3-axis accelerometer, andGPS event detection to provide intelligent alerts
  • Automatic uploading of event data to the Waylens Cloud keeps event evidence secure even if the camera is stolen or disabled
  • Advanced power management keeps the camera alert to events when your vehicle is in park, without draining your battery
  • Built-in GPS technology provides location data to help you find your car
  • High-speed 4G bandwidth delivers real-time live alerts and live streaming information power

The Waylens Secure app puts peace-of-mind in the palm of your hand 

  • Access event data from Waylens Cloud on demand from any location
  • Choose from multiple viewing modes of video evidence to see the full story 
  • Get event notifications instantly, right on your phone
  • Monitor your vehicle in real-time from any location
  • Remind yourself of your car’s location

Waylens also offers a WiFi-only version of the camera for drivers who need 360-degree vision and event-capturing but do not require the live alerts and live streaming available with the 4G.

Both the 4G and WiFi versions of the Secure360 are designed with drivers in mind, featuring an elegant, low-profile design that looks at home in any vehicle. The cameras mount low on the windshield to ensure a panoramic view of the interior and exterior driving environment and provide a clear view of the road ahead.

“SEMA is the perfect place to for us to show the industry exciting technology that improves drivers’ lives,” said Tim Coomer, Vice President. “Any driver who’s been a victim of automotive vandalism or unfair accident litigation understands how important reliable evidence can be. The Waylens Secure protects car owners by providing true 360-degree video evidence of everything happening outside and inside their vehicle.”

Pricing and Availability:

The Waylens Secure360 WiFi will begin shipping by the end of this year for $249.95. The Waylens Secure360 4G with live alerts and live-streaming will begin shipping in Q1 2018 for $349.95.

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