Routers
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
June 18, 2009
Convert Your Router to a WiFi Radio
Jeff Keyzer took an Asus WL-520gU Wireless Router and turned it into a DIY WiFi Radio. He removed the USB connector and wired it directly to simplify things. The cabinet was built from scratch by one of his neighbors. Excluding the case, it only cost him $147.09. Check out his other materials and instructions if you would like to duplicate his efforts. Nice job, Jeff.
Via mighty Ohm
June 9, 2009
Ericsson W30 and W35 Routers
Ericsson has two new routers that can run at 7.2Mbps and 2.0Mbps on 3 HSPA bands, as well as quadband EDGE. Both the W30 and W35 have 802.11b/g and 4 Ethernet ports for routing WWAN data. The Wireless W35 includes 2 RJ11 ports for VoIP connectivity. Look for them both to come out sometime this month.
Via New Launches
April 14, 2009
The Traveling Logitec Pocket Router
The Japanese company Logitec, (not to be confused with Logitech,) has a pocket sized router that weighs about 55 grams and is perfect for traveling. The Pocket Router has many of the same features as larger models, as well as offering MAC address filtering and standard DMZ gaming capability. For security, there is WPA2 (AES), WPA (TKIP), and WEP128/64. The device is available for ¥7200 (~$72.00.)
Via Logitec (translated)
March 16, 2009
Linksys 3-in-1 Router
The Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router is a handy little 3-in-one. Its Wireless Access Point allows you to stream both Wireless-G and -B. It has a built-in 4 port full-duplex 10/100 switch to connect wired-Ethernet devices and the router combines it all so that your network can share high-speed cable or DSL. Once connected with push button setup, all your computers can share music, images and documents. At a size of only 12 x 14 x 9" and a weight of 4 lbs., you can pick one up at a decently reduced price.
Via Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router
February 2, 2009
WiFi Susceptible to Malware
Beware of malware in Wireless access points. Some researchers claim that viruses and worms can get into security holes. The team of Hao Hu, Steven Myers, Vittoria Colizza, and Alessandro Vespignani from the University of Indiana, using methods to trace actual disease, displayed a worm infecting access points in urban areas, with the majority striking within the first 24 hours.
Within the first 2 weeks, 55% of WiFi points would be compromised, leaving tens of thousands of people at risk. They concluded that the hi-tech baddies take advantage of the fact that few users take steps to stop unauthorized access.
The researchers also noted few routers have lock out mechanisms that stop endless attempts to guess passwords that have been changed. They suggest that users change default passwords or use incription to keep the malware at bay. Even so, we find this sobering and scary news.
Via BBC
June 25, 2008
D-Link Announces Dual-Band 802.11n Router for Around $120
I'm still living in the dark ages with my 802.11g wireless router but that's probably about to change. A couple of days ago D-Link announced their new DIR-628 Dual-Band 802.11n Router which is going to retail for around $120. According to the press release:
D-Link, the end-to-end networking solutions provider for consumer and business, today introduced the newest product in its award-winning RangeBooster N® line of 11n Wi-Fi solutions, the DIR-628, a competitively priced solution for creating a powerful home network optimized for high-definition (HD) video streaming, file sharing, VoIP calls, gaming and Web surfing.
The affordable DIR-628 launched with an MSRP of $119.99, giving the product an estimated street price (ESP) of under $100. The router offers dual band 802.11n Wi-Fi technology with selectable 2.4GHz or 5GHz radio bands, enabling users to create a high-performance network tailored to their needs and applications. A typical scenario could include checking email and sharing a broadband Internet connection using the common 2.4GHz band and then switching to the less crowded 5GHz band for more bandwidth-intensive applications such as streaming HD movies throughout the home or playing online games. It also includes D-Link's Quality of Service (QoS) engine that prioritizes time-sensitive network traffic to enable smooth VoIP phone calls and responsive gaming.
I've had great luck with D-Link so I think I'll do my preorder this afternoon and enter the world of 802.11n.
D-Link Press Release
DIR-628 Product Page
Pre-order DIR-628 at Amazon.com
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