It seems Wi-Fi 7 is quickly gaining traction. In the past few days, Netgear announced its £1600+ Netgear Orbi 970 Series, and Intel revealed their new WiFi 7 modules, the BE200 and the BE202. I am also in the middle of reviewing the Acer Swift Edge 16, which features Wi-Fi 7 using the Qualcomm FastConnect …
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Wi-Fi 7 capable hardware is slowly starting to become available, and in 2024, we should start to see a lot more products featuring it. Recently, Intel became the latest company to announce new Wi-Fi 7 capable hardware. Wi-Fi 7 Capable Routers, Laptops and Phones So far, TP-Link has announced multiple Wi-Fi 7 products, including mesh …
Today, Netgear unveiled its first WiFi 7 mesh system, the Orbi 970 Series. Positioned to succeed its current flagship, the WiFi 6E Orbi 960 Series, the new offering aims to redefine what’s possible in the realm of home networking with true multi-gigabit WiFi. Related Content Netgear Orbi 970 Series Features Unparalleled Performance with WiFi 7 …
If you’re like me, the stock firmware on your router often leaves much to be desired in terms of advanced functionalities and fine-tuned control. That’s where ASUSWRT-Merlin comes into play. This aftermarket firmware aims to augment your ASUS router’s capabilities without detracting from its user-friendly nature. So let’s dive into the ins and outs of …
As someone who’s spent a good amount of time exploring various network-attached storage (NAS) solutions, I’ve developed a particular fondness for Synology. Their user-friendly DiskStation Manager (DSM) software is a strong selling point, as are their robust security features and diverse range of applications. But let’s be clear—Synology doesn’t hold a monopoly on quality NAS …
Earlier this year, I reviewed the outstanding EnGenius ESG510 dual SD-WAN gateway. While the security features were a little limited compared to some security gateways, the hardware is perfect for a small business that wants multi-gigabit connectivity and the option for WAN failover or load balancing. Today, Netgear has launched a similar product that is …
For those of us familiar with technology, UHD and HDR are familiar terms that are used on the specifications of monitors or TVs. For other people, it is understandable why all these acronyms and terminologies can get quite confusing. UHD and HDR are perhaps the two main technologies that have become popular in recent years. …
Smart video doorbells have been one of my favourite pieces of tech in the past few years (I am easily pleased). As someone who receives packages daily, if not multiple times per day, old-fashioned wireless doorbells were a nightmare. Often, I wasn’t in the room with the chime, or I just wasn’t home; then, the …
Last year, Kingston launched the XS2000, a tiny external SSD that supports USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 with read/write speeds of 2000MB/s and an IP55 rating when used with the removable rubber sleeve. Kingston has now launched a more affordable option with the XS1000 external SSD. This has a similar design and dimensions and is an …
At IFA 2023, AVM FRITZ! will be presenting a range of new products that are expected to launch in the coming months. FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro: A Pinnacle of Flexibility for Fibre Optic and DSL Connections The transition from DSL to fibre optic is more imminent than ever, and FRITZ! is not holding back. Enter the FRITZ!Box …
Following on from my DNS server guide, this guide aims to help you change your DNS settings on your various devices. To save you some time, you can skip to the device you want with the contents menu on the right-hand column (for desktop users) or just below this paragraph. Why Should You Assign …
The Domain name system (DNS) is one of the most important aspects of Internet connectivity, but it is something most people don’t think about or are even aware of. All internet service providers and mobile phone networks will use their own DNS servers, therefore, regular people will likely have never thought about using a different …
The Kingston IronKey Keypad 200 is a more traditional secure drive compared to the affordable, user-friendly IronKey Locker+ 50 or the premium IronKey Vault Privacy 80 encrypted drives I have reviewed recently. Unlike those drives, this is a FIPS 140-3 Level 3 encrypted USB drive and uses a physical keypad for security, much like the …
Coil whine refers to the high-pitched noise emitted by electrical coils when they vibrate as current passes through them. This phenomenon is most commonly associated with computer components, especially graphics cards, power supplies (PSUs), and sometimes motherboards or other electronic devices. The vibrations arise due to the magnetostrictive properties of the components’ materials, where the …
In an increasingly interconnected digital landscape, the threat of cyber-attacks has become a pressing concern for individuals, businesses, and governments alike. These attacks can range from data breaches and identity theft to more sophisticated threats such as ransomware and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. The potential impact of a successful cyber attack can be …
TerraMaster has announced its newly designed NAS series: F2-212, F4-212, and U4-212. These NAS systems are all based on ARM chipsets making them more affordable than the Intel counterparts and low-powered. These models feature the TRAID, BTRFS file system, Snapshot, and TFSS, delivering enhanced data backup and an enriched multimedia experience tailored for individual and …