Routers
January 27, 2012
Freakin' Friday! Smart Repeater 10,000 Sq. Ft. Range
Amped Wireless' Smart Repeater can extend the range of a signal up to an amazing 10,000 square feet. The SR 10000 has dual 600mW amplifiers and 5dBi detachable high gain antennas. The router works with all WiFi networks via its USB adapter. Needless to say, it can go through walls and attach to five ports for access to home theaters, A/V devices and game consoles. An Analytics Tool Android App comes with it to optimize your devices.
Via Amped Wireless
January 6, 2012
Freakin' Friday! Belkin N150 Router
It may look like a glorified speaker, but Belkin's wireless N150 Router with MultiBeam technology is as functional as it is decorative. Testing found it to be 38 - 135% faster than others with speed up to 150Mbps. Easily set up for use, it comes preset with a security code to keep others from infringing on your personal Internet space. The N150 is compatible with older wireless networks as well as wireless-N and 802.11 n networks.
Via Belkin Routers
August 26, 2011
Freakin' Friday! Medialink Wireless N Router
Routers don't have to look like strange alien-type devices that use antennas to connect you to your Internet world. The Medialink Wireless N Router has an internal antenna and is compatible with Windows, Mac OSX and Linux. Set up is simple and the router is backwards compatible with 802.11 b/g devices. WPA, WPA2 and WPS is supported and it can work with most DSL/Cable modems and 2.4Ghz wireless adapters.
Via Medialink
July 4, 2011
G-Connect Stores, Streams Via iPad
Hitachi's wireless G-Connect cleverly stores data and acts as a router. Up to 5 SD or 3 HD streams can be accomplished simultaneously on iPad or iPhone via apps. The device can hold up to 500GB and has an Ethernet port for surfing and streaming from the Internet for non-Apple users. The G-Connect has password protection, a 3 year warranty and you can pre-order now for $199.99.
Via Hitachi
April 26, 2011
McTiVia Streams From PC to TV
The new McTiVia streams content to your TV from your computer. The wireless device is compatible with both Windows PCs and Macs, and can double as a router. It connects via HDTV and HDMI sockets and up to 8 computers can hook up to the device.
Via CompuExpert
April 13, 2011
Cisco Sleek Router Series
We introed you to Cisco's E4200 in January but if that is beyond your budget, they have an entire line of routers that have dispensed with ugly and replaced with sleek. The basic wireless E1200 connects at speeds of up to 300 Mbps. Other features include WPA/WPA2 encryption, SPI firewall, MIMO antenna technology and Connect software that is simple to set up. There is a 20% off deal for now, so get yours asap.
Via Cisco Routers
March 22, 2011
Samsung Releases A/V Additions
Samsung is hoping to expand your AV equipment by offering new peripherals that are compatible with their HDTVs and Blu-ray players with Internet capability. Their CY-SWR1100 router works by plugging into a USB wireless adaptor, a CY-STC1100 Smart TV camera hooks you up with Skype and the RMC-QTD1 contains both a full QWERTY keyboard and standard control for inputting text.
Via ZD net
January 25, 2011
Linksys E4200 Router
Cisco has launched a new 802.11n router. The wireless Linksys E4200 has a dual-band, a 300 - 450 Mbps speed, Ethernet connection and a USB storage port for file sharing. The router has a 3x3 MIMO antenna array to for a maximum range.
Via Cisco Routers
August 18, 2010
Panasonic Endorses Netgear Routers
So much for individual choice. Panasonic has selected Netgear as its only provider of broadband routers for its line of Viera TVs. The Netgear N600 is their first dual USB WiFi choice with easy setup and access to Amazon VOD, YouTube and other online sites.
Via Netgear
August 10, 2010
Photo Pocket Router Released in India
Busy business folk in India will be pleased to know that there is a new WiFi router available from Tata Teleservices. The Photon Pocket Router allows access speeds of up to 3.1 Mbps (downlink) and 1.8 Mbps (uplink) for multiple usage and devices. Its built-in battery is good for 2.5 hrs of backup and the device has an Ethernet port for local support. The router will be available in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Bangalore and if you act quickly, you can get yours for an introductory price of Rs. 4,999.
Via Tech Tree
April 30, 2010
Freakin' Friday! Asus RT-N13U Router
How kewl is this Asus Router that allows downloading even if the PC is turned off? The WiFi RT-N13U can also work as an FTP server and manage your printers for several PCs. Plug and play, the router runs at 300Mbps and features EZ Bandwidth Prioritization, an interface that optimizes connections.
Via Asus Routers
April 7, 2010
Belkin Share, Play and Play Max Routers
Belkin has included apps in their new 802.11n Wireless Router line. Play music, surf the interweb, attach your game system and show HD videos on the Share, Play, and Play Max Routers. The Print Genie app allows you to share pics and print wirelessly anywhere while automatically. Their Self-Healing app automatically resolves any network problem and runs routine maintenance scans, while the Daily DJ can create playlists.
Via Belkin
April 6, 2010
Cisco Valet Routers For Home Usage
Cisco released their first wireless router for home consumers. The company bought Pure Digital, the Flip camera company, and used the technology to produce Valet. The simplified device uses a USB Connector that fits into a computer, then password and web keys are set automatically with software. There are two versions, the Valet for small to midsize houses and the Plus for larger ones. Both have parental control with domain blocking and Website filtering. Extra Connectors are also sold separately.
Via Cisco Valet
March 31, 2010
PICOWatt Controls Appliances
Tenrehte's PICOWatt plugs into any appliance and can then be controlled by PC or Smartphone. How nice to have control in case you can't remember if you turned your oven off. The device also measures how much power is being used and controls when the best time is for turning it on. The included smart plug fits over existing outlets and acts as a mini-WiFi router. Priced at $79.99, PICOWatt will launch Earth Day (April 22.)
Via Tenrehte
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