Uniden R8 Extreme Long-Range Radar/Laser Detector, Dual-Antennas Front & Rear Detection w/Directional Arrows, Built-in GPS w/Real-Time Alerts, Voice Alerts, Red Light Camera and Speed Camera Alerts

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I'm not sure I like how the mute/mark buttons are now on the front of the R8, as I rarely use these and IMHO looks less clean. While more information is often helpful, the third display mode can make the primary signals appear somewhat small, making them difficult to read without taking your eyes off the road.

The Highway, City, and Advanced modes are helpful, and the new Auto mode is customizable, giving you control over false alerts. Uniden R8 Review Supercharging the Uniden R7 makes the Uniden R8 the best directional radar detector we’ve ever driven with. You can pop into the app on your smartphone and adjust the settings to alert you when going a specific amount over the speed limit.This is in contrast to Escort radar detectors which often remain silent but then alert at full-strength as if you are encountering instant-on police radar at very close range.

You can also mute weak K-band signals, which will further cut down on false alerts from BSM systems in neighboring vehicles.Finding the right fit for your needs and budget can be difficult, so we have taken the time to give you an expertly conducted comprehensive review. For the last several years I have been crisscrossing the country every three months as I am participating in a clinical trial located on the opposite coast.

The first few times we tried using this feature, we just ended up muting the device rather than locking out the location.

There is no such thing as a perfect radar detector, but some certainly offer more accurate alerts with fewer false alarms. I also did a series of passes varying only TSF (Auto 35 runs) and it looks like with the R8, TSF does impact performance as well. Similar to Valentine, the R8 can also indicate detection of additional radar bands during an existing alert and offers five user-selectable tones to choose from for both K and Ka radar detections. Finally, if you're looking for the whole shebang and don't mind spending the extra money, the Uniden R8 and Escort Redline 360c are excellent detectors.

When paired with the new Veil G6 Stealth Coating, the Uniden R8 should provide plenty of time to slow down if you are targeted with laser in many instances. The R8 is an updated version of the R7 with a longer range, better MRCD detection, WiFi, and a very fast response time.Having had extensive driving time with both the Uniden R7 and the Uniden R4, we found that the R4 tended to out alert the R7 to police radar by about 1 or 2dBs in increased sensitivity. Unfortunately, the mute button on the side of the R7 can be difficult to reach in a pinch, making muting and manual lockouts a little difficult.