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
March 3, 2010
Belkin G 4-Port Router
It's about time routers got smaller. The Belkin G Router offers a 54Mbps wireless bandwidth and is backwards compatible with 802.11b networks. Four 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports are built-in and it features 6 LEDs to let you know network status. At the small size of 10 x 8.2 x 2.5", it is still large enough for an apartment or small office.
Via Belkin Routers
December 18, 2009
LTE Routers Next Gen of Networking
Look for LTE (Long Term Evolution) CPE/SOHO routers to be the future of computing. ZyXEL claims to have the first with its ZLR-2070S, an all-in-one gateway with a speed of up to 50Mbps with its wireless 4G connectivity. In addition to broadband connectivity, it has two VoIP ports, a four-port, 11n wireless switch and a USB port. No price or release date has been set.
Via Business Wire
November 19, 2009
ZyXEL Portable Wireless Router
Sherpa ZyXEL's MWR Series are clever little devices that can connect to a DSL or cable line and send out 802.11g/b/n wireless signals. They have 3G/4G support for almost guaranteed connections and integrated batteries for about 2 hours of usage. The ruggedly made gadgets will come out next year in Q1 at prices beginning at $99.99.
Via Business Wire
October 22, 2009
D-Link Xtreme Router Doubles as Digital Frame
How clever of D-Link to make its Xtreme Router more aesthetically correct by adding a 3.2" LCD screen that doubles as a digital photo frame. The wireless N DIR-685 features an integrated 802.11n high-speed band and a 2.4GHz signal, can hold a 2.5" hard drive and has built-in NAS for storage. Also packed is a UPnP AV server for streaming video through a media player to your TV and access to social networking sites. Use its USB 2.0 port to connect other external storage devices or printer.
Via D-Link Routers
October 7, 2009
Make Some Cash With Fonera Router
Fon, little known in the States, has released their Fonera 2N Router. It has built-in access to sites like Facebook and YouTube, which means you can use it even when your computer is turned off. Compatible with both Mac and PC, you can upload images automatically from a connected USB device. After connection to their community, you actually get cash back to recruit others to join. The price of the Fonera 2N is €79 (~$99.00.)
Via Fon
August 20, 2009
D-Link Improves Speed With 150 Router and Adapter
D-Link's 4 port 150 Router and USB Adapter claims to have 4x the speed of standard 802.11g. It also features better reception and expanded coverage. The DIR-600 will set up your WiFi simply and easily and the DWA-125 adapter can connect others in your network via USB with included software. Update your router while knowing that all the PCs are protected and secure.
Via D-Link
August 17, 2009
Jellyfish - Designer Router
We are all for art, especially when it combines form with function. Future Routers have been busy at the drawing table coming up with several designs that they feel will do just that. The Jellyfish was inspired by the fluorescent properties in its real life counterpart and built with cables to connect users to the router and each other. While most companies are thinking smaller all the time, we commend Goldsmiths at the University of London for their efforts in making something we need into something we like. Check the site for other far out designs.
Via Future Routers
July 8, 2009
Asus Wireless RT-N16 Router
Asus continues to be simple in its usage with its RT-N16. Supporting Wireless-N local area networking, it has 128MB DDR2 video memory, 4 gigabit Ethernet ports and two USB ports. The clever router has auto-detection and network mapping, and streams securely with WPS capability and automatically encrypts. Asus promises an 8 times faster speed with no lags while multi-tasking. Now if it would just do windows.
Via Fareast Gizmos
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