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Time of India
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Pioneer VREC-H520DC dashcam review: As good a package as it promises to be?
Dashcams have gone from being a nice-to-have accessory to an essential part of any car owner's wishlist, especially in traffic-struck metro cities. Why? Well, because it helps in many ways - from recording evidence in case of an accident or simply capturing unexpected moments on the road, a reliable dashcam can make a big difference. But with so many options out there, most of them feeling either clunky or overpromised, standing out and keeping things simple is not an easy task. That's where the Pioneer VREC-H520DC comes in. We've been using this dashcam for a while now, and here's what we think of it. Build quality & design First impressions matter, and Pioneer gets it right. The VREC-H520DC feels like a proper, premium product. It's compact and sleek. There's nothing flashy and it has a well-finished matte body that fits in cleanly into the car's cabin without being intrusive. The front camera is lightweight but sturdy. It also includes a 360° rotatable mount that makes positioning easier. The rear camera is equally compact and discreet. It has a cylindrical design and fits cleanly on the rear windshield. Wiring is neat and long enough to easily route through A-pillars and roof liners. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Do you have a mouse? Desert Order Undo Installation Installation was straightforward. The camera boots up instantly once connected to the 12V socket. The included adhesives hold both units firmly in place. The mount feels secure even in extreme heat, something that's often overlooked in extreme Indian weather conditions. The rear camera connects to the main unit via a long cable that also handles power and video feed. It's plug and play, and there are clear markings for all ports. User interface & connectivity The 3-inch IPS screen is crisp and easy to navigate. The menu layout is intuitive, and the physical buttons are tactile, not flimsy or loose. Wi-Fi connectivity is built-in, allowing pairing with Pioneer's ZenVue app. The app lets you preview live video, download footage, and tweak settings - all without needing to remove the SD card. Speaking of storage, the dashcam supports SD cards up to 512GB. We've been using a 128GB card, which comfortably records around 8-10 hours of driving footage from both cameras - more than enough for most daily needs. Of course, if you need more, you've got room to upgrade. Loop recording ensures you never run out of space, and the camera automatically overwrites old footage (except saved events). There's also GPS logging, which helps track routes and speed - useful in case of disputes or insurance claims. Kia Carens Clavis first drive review: Game-Changer for electric MPVs? | TOI Auto Video Quality Now, to what matters most: the footage. The front camera records at 2K QHD (2560 x 1440) resolution, using a Sony STARVIS 2 IMX675 sensor. Daytime footage is detailed, with sharp number plates, good dynamic range, and minimal motion blur. The night video quality is actually pretty good too. In our Maruti Suzuki Jimny, the fog lamps are quite bright and shine directly on the number plates of vehicles ahead, which makes it hard for the camera to clearly capture them due to overexposure. Still, the dashcam does a solid job and manages to keep things clear most of the time. The rear camera, which records at Full HD, is more than enough for capturing tailgaters or bumps. It's not as sharp as the front, but again, Pioneer's sensor quality makes sure that footage is clean and usable. HDR helps significantly in balancing bright and dark zones, especially when moving in and out of tunnels or under direct sunlight. Another thing that stood out to us was the wide-angle coverage. With a 140-degree field of view, it captures a broad section of the road ahead - more than enough for everyday driving and offering solid situational awareness. ADAS and other features The built-in ADAS includes lane departure warning, forward collision alert, and start alert (when the vehicle in front moves). These are audio alerts and work reasonably well, although they might feel unnecessary at times in bumper-to-bumper traffic. If you opt for the hardwiring kit (which, unfortunately isn't included in the box), the parking surveillance mode is activated. It basically starts recording if it detects motion or an impact when the car is off. This adds a strong layer of security when parked in unfamiliar areas. Verdict At an MRP of Rs 18,499, the Pioneer VREC-H520DC isn't the cheapest dash cam around. But what you get justifies the price: fantastic video quality, dependable hardware, dual-channel recording, and peace-of-mind features like ADAS, GPS, Wi-Fi, and parking mode. For those who spend a lot of time behind the wheel or simply want a premium, long-term solution for on-road safety, the VREC-H520DC ticks almost all the boxes. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
Daily Telegraph
6 days ago
- Business
- Daily Telegraph
PLN grows Namibian uranium position
Don't miss out on the headlines from Stockhead. Followed categories will be added to My News. Special Report: Pioneer has acquired the Gaobis uranium project in a move that significantly expands its portfolio in uranium-rich southern Namibia. PLN picks up Gaobis uranium project in Namibia Project a natural extension to existing project in the country's south Plan is now to double down on high-priority drill targets The project adds ~350sqkm of prospective ground in proximity to the company's Warmbad project. Namibia, which is the world's third-largest uranium producer, contributing ~11 % of global output, offers a stable, transparent regulatory environment for uranium development. The geological setting of Gaobis mirrors the world-class Rössing mine and Henkries uranium deposit, which Pioneer (ASX:PLN) said highlighted strong potential for alaskite and paleochannel-hosted uranium mineralisation. It's also a natural extension of Warmbad, providing exploration potential and a clear pathway to rapid resource growth. Historic drilling results confirm mineralisation and include 23.9m at 100ppm U₃O₈ and 22.59m at 141ppm. The company plans to target a 1.7km-long radiometric anomaly as well as several walk-up, shallow drill targets primed for exploration. Building a big uranium district The company said picking up the project was part of a strategic expansion of the existing Warmbad project and further strengthened its portfolio of critical minerals essential to the global transition toward a low-carbon future. 'The Gaobis uranium project is an extension of the Warmbad project with excellent historic drill intercepts in alaskite granite from surface,' CEO Michael Beven said. 'The mineralisation associated with the historic drilling is open in all directions with the strongest radiometric anomalies along the fold hinge still untested. 'The addition of Gaobis provides Pioneer the opportunity to rapidly expand its uranium inventory by building on the previous work completed by Xemplar Energy once all required exploration permitting is complete.' Pioneer will now engage with Namibia authorities to advance permitting and development activities and refine the priority drill targets. This article was developed in collaboration with Pioneer Lithium, a Stockhead advertiser at the time of publishing. This article does not constitute financial product advice. You should consider obtaining independent advice before making any financial decisions. Originally published as Pioneer expands Namibian uranium base with Gaobis acquisition
Otago Daily Times
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Otago Daily Times
Edendale, Wyndham in final face-off
Edendale player Phillip Brown throws the ball into the air after scoring a try on Saturday afternoon. PHOTOS: GERRIT DOPPENBERG Wyndham and Edendale will meet in the division one club rugby final after winning their respective semifinals on Saturday. These two sides are regular finalists in this grade and Wyndham are the Ack Soper Shield holders. Wyndham was pushed to the 80th minute on Saturday by Pioneer before taking the win at home, 21-18. Each side scored two tries and a conversion but Wyndham kicked three penalty goals to Pioneer's two. Pioneer No.8 Damon Hurley powered his way through would-be defenders to score just before halftime and give his team an 18-7 lead at the break. The second half was a battle, with momentum swinging both ways. Wyndham steadily worked their way back into the match, capitalising on field position and applying scoreboard pressure Wyndham blindside flanker Joseph Ferguson was best in show, while prop Sean Bennett and No 8 Jaden Walsh were also in top form. Centre Hayden Diack scored both of Wyndham's tries. Pioneer prop Lachlan Scott was the visitors' best, while openside flanker Ryan Davers and second five-eighth Jhardyn Stewart also made an impact. Front-rower Troy Wyatt officially retired from the division one team, after a thoroughly committed career. Hayden Diack smashes through defenders after finding the right side of the field a bit bare, scoring a good try for Wyndham last Saturday. Pioneer would like to thank their many sponsors and supporters who helped create a successful season for Pioneer, with their women's team and presidents' grade team also making it through to the semifinals. Edendale had a more comfortable win on their home ground over the Riversdale-Waikaka Vikings 27-12. The first 20 minutes of the game was evenly contested and scoreless. The locals kicked a penalty goal and then took advantage of the Vikings' errors and racked up a 20-point lead before halftime. The Vikings kept challenging Edendale's line in the second half and tries were scored by Logan McKee and Conor Niblock but the local defence had control of the situation. Edendale midfielder Jeremy McLeod scored 10 points during his man-of-the-match performance. Right wing Logan van der Straaten and No8 Cole Williams were the other two Magpies to stand out. Vikings blindside flanker Alex Peirce and No8 Nathan Bokser used their strength and experience to make an impact on the game, while fullback Fabrice Frei also impressed. Vikings would like to thank their many sponsors and supporters. Waikiwi will host the division two final this Saturday against Riverton, while Pirates Old Boys B won the division three final over Wakatipu B 27-17. The presidents' grade final between Waikaka and Waikaia is on Saturday. By John Langford
Otago Daily Times
21-07-2025
- Business
- Otago Daily Times
Growing stocks to grow business
Reefton Distilling Company founder and chief executive Patsy Bass sees growing the company's whisky stocks as the biggest growth catalyst for the business. PHOTO: SUPPLIED The West Coast's Reefton Distilling Company has announced a $2 million capital raise to scale its Moonlight Creek whisky production. The share offer was first released to existing shareholders who had pre-emptive rights to participate in the investment round. With $738,000 already raised, the offer went live to the public yesterday via Snowball, an investment platform for private companies and funds. In a statement, founder and chief executive Patsy Bass said whisky was inherently a long-horizon product and the business was ensuring appropriate investment levels until it had sufficient volumes of matured whisky ready for market. "We see growing our whisky stocks as the biggest growth catalyst for the business and believe that our continued investment into Reefton Distilling Co's whisky vault lays a path forward to deliver products for the global market, which in turn underpins the value of the business as a whole," she said. The first B Corp certified whisky distillery in New Zealand laid down its first Moonlight Creek Single Malt whisky in 2022. Only 1000 bottles of the distillery's first ever whisky release, Moonlight Creek "Pioneer" would be available exclusively by ballot later this year. — APL
Business Insider
18-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
FTC reopens, sets aside Exxon-Pioneer final order
The Federal Trade Commission reopened and set aside the final consent order involving Exxon Mobil Corporation's (XOM) proposed acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources Company (PXD). The FTC's final order prohibited Exxon from nominating, designating, or appointing founder and former Pioneer CEO Scott Sheffield to Exxon's board of directors or from serving in an advisory capacity in any way to the Exxon board or Exxon's management. In addition, the final consent order required that for a period of five years, Exxon shall not nominate, designate, or appoint any Pioneer employee or director, other than certain named individuals, to Exxon's board. The FTC's May 2024 complaint alleged that Mr. Sheffield sought to coordinate oil output levels with other crude oil producers, and that appointment to Exxon's board would give him a larger platform for coordination and create an unlawful interlocking directorate. Now-Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson and Commissioner Melissa Holyoak dissented when the consent order was proposed. In January 2025, just days before President Trump's inauguration, the outgoing majority approved the final consent order, again over the dissent of now-Chairman Ferguson and Commissioner Holyoak. In March 2025, Mr. Sheffield petitioned the FTC to reopen and vacate the order, and the FTC received over 3,000 comments from the public. Upon review of the matter, the FTC found that the complaint: failed to plead any antitrust law violation under Section 7 of the Clayton Act; contained no allegations that Exxon's acquisition of Pioneer would be anticompetitive; did not allege that the acquisition would materially increase market concentration or that it would increase the potential for coordination among oil producers, and; disregarded the FTC's Merger Guidelines and decades of precedent. The FTC denied Mr. Sheffield's petition because he lacked standing. However, the FTC Act authorizes the Commission to modify a prior order when it is in the public interest. In light of the complaint's deficiencies, the FTC concluded that maintaining the restrictions on Mr. Sheffield's employment would damage the FTC's credibility and undermine its mission. Vacating the final order is therefore in the public interest. Exxon has already consented to setting aside the final order and has waived all its rights under rule 3.72(b). Thursday's decision accordingly sets aside the final order without further process. The vote to reopen and set aside the final order was 3-0. Elevate Your Investing Strategy:
