Best SBC Alternatives to Raspberry Pi For Home Media Servers & Home Assistant
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Best SBC Alternatives to Raspberry Pi For Home Media Servers & Home Assistant

The Raspberry Pi has long been a favourite among hobbyists, developers, and tech enthusiasts for its versatility and affordability. However, as technology advances and user needs evolve, many are seeking alternatives that offer enhanced performance, specialised features, or better value for specific applications. This article explores some of the best alternatives to Raspberry Pi, particularly…

EnGenius ECW536 WiFi 7 Access Point Review – The most affordable 10GbE 4×4 MIMO WiFi 7 AP
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EnGenius ECW536 WiFi 7 Access Point Review – The most affordable 10GbE 4×4 MIMO WiFi 7 AP

EnGenius announced its flagship WiFi 7 access point back in July 2023, and I have finally received a review sample to see how it compares to the growing number of WiFI 7 access points from brands like Ubiquiti, Zyxel, and Netgear. I have previously reviewed the Ubiquiti Unifi U7 Pro and the Zyxel NWA130BE WiFi…

Netgear Orbi RBE973 Review – Orbi 970 Series Quad-Band WiFi 7 Mesh System
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Netgear Orbi RBE973 Review – Orbi 970 Series Quad-Band WiFi 7 Mesh System

The Netgear Orbi RBE973 is a high-end quad-band WiFi 7 mesh system designed to provide exceptional wireless coverage and performance for large homes. As part of the Orbi 970 series, this system offers cutting-edge technology and features that cater to the most demanding users. Specification Features The Orbi RBE973 is packed with advanced features that…

Zyxel XMG1915-10EP Review: 2.5GbE POE Cloud Managed Layer 2 Switch
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Zyxel XMG1915-10EP Review: 2.5GbE POE Cloud Managed Layer 2 Switch

Zyxel introduced the new XMG1915 series switches at CES 2024 back in January. These are cost efficiencies Nebula cloud-managed multi-gig switches designed for small businesses and professional home users which are ideal for the latest WiFi 7 access points that have recently launched and are easily capable of exceeding gigabit speeds. Related Articles XMG1915 Series…

Zyxel NWA130BE WiFi 7 Access Point Review vs Unifi U7-Pro
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Zyxel NWA130BE WiFi 7 Access Point Review vs Unifi U7-Pro

The Zyxel NWA130BE is one of the first affordable WiFi 7 access points available to consumers and small businesses. It promises multi-gigabit wireless speeds using the latest 802.11be standard, and it is the best alternative to the recently launched UniFi U7 Pro. Related Content Specification Model NWA130BE Wi-Fi Standards Tri-band BE11000 Broadcasting Power US (2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz): 29/28/23dBm EU…

Ubiquiti Unifi U7 Pro WiFi 7 Access Point Review
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Ubiquiti Unifi U7 Pro WiFi 7 Access Point Review

Earlier this year, Ubiquiti announced the new Unifi U7 Pro WiFi 7 access point, which was the first access point to launch at a relatively affordable price point. At the time, the only other options available was the Zyxel WBE660S NebulaFlex Pro which cost around £700 and the EnGenius ECW536 which is around $1200. So,…

MSI Herald-BE NCM865 WI-FI 7 PCIE Adaptor Review
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MSI Herald-BE NCM865 WI-FI 7 PCIE Adaptor Review

Wi-Fi 7 is starting to gain momentum with several routers and Wi-Fi 7 mesh systems available and a growing number of access points. Most phones that use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 feature it, including the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and IQOO 12, but not the Honor Magic6 Pro. And many motherboards and laptops…

Aircove Go Review – ExpressVPN’s new portable VPN router will secure your devices when you travel
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Aircove Go Review – ExpressVPN’s new portable VPN router will secure your devices when you travel

I previously reviewed the ExpressVPN Aircove VPN router and thought it was an excellent router if you want a user-friendly way to run your network through a VPN with split tunnel options based on devices. The Aircove Go is functionally the same router and has almost the same hardware specification apart from the Aircove Go…

MSI Herald-BE NCM865 PCIe Adapter Brings Wi-Fi 7 to AMD Computers with Quectel / Qualcomm NCM865 Module

MSI Herald-BE NCM865 PCIe Adapter Brings Wi-Fi 7 to AMD Computers with Quectel / Qualcomm NCM865 Module

MSI has recently launched the Herald-BE NCM865 PCIe adapter, which brings the latest Wi-Fi 7 technology to PC. This adapter utilizes the Quectel NCM865 module, which is powered by the Qualcomm WCN7851/FastConnect 7800 chipset. The NCM865 module supports the IEEE 802.11be standard, also known as Wi-Fi 7, offering significant improvements over the previous Wi-Fi 6…

TerraMaster Unveils TOS 6 Beta: A Groundbreaking NAS Operating System
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TerraMaster Unveils TOS 6 Beta: A Groundbreaking NAS Operating System

TerraMaster, a leading provider of innovative storage solutions for home and business users, has announced the release of TOS 6 Beta, the company’s most advanced and user-friendly NAS operating system to date. With over 40 new features and 370 improvements, TOS 6 Beta promises to redefine the storage experience for TNAS users, offering enhanced performance,…

TerraMaster Unveils Upgraded D4-320 USB Storage with 10Gbps Speeds

TerraMaster Unveils Upgraded D4-320 USB Storage with 10Gbps Speeds

TerraMaster, a leading provider of innovative storage solutions, has recently launched the D4-320, an updated version of its popular D4-300 USB storage device. The new D4-320 boasts a significant upgrade in data transfer speeds, leveraging the USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface to deliver up to 10Gbps bandwidth, doubling the speed of its predecessor. Design Enhancements…

Zyxel NWA130BE vs Ubiquiti U7 Pro WiFi 7 Access Point – WiFi 7 access points are getting affordable
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Zyxel NWA130BE vs Ubiquiti U7 Pro WiFi 7 Access Point – WiFi 7 access points are getting affordable

WiFi 7, also known as 802.11be, is the newest and fastest version of WiFi, promising multi-gigabit speeds, lower latency, and increased capacity. As vendors start releasing WiFi 7 products, there is a lot of interest in these next-generation access points. Until recently, all the WiFi 7 access points that have been announced are flagship products…

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