WiFi technology has evolved significantly over the past few years, and with the introduction of WiFi 7, new frequency bands have been opened up to allow for higher speeds, greater capacity, and reduced interference. One of the critical developments for WiFi 7 is the introduction of the 6GHz frequency band (which was introduced with WiFi…
Netgear introduced its first WiFi 7 Nighthawk router at the end of last year, the Nighthawk RS700S, the flagship model of the Nighthawk series. They then followed this up with the more affordable Nighthawk RS300. I found that the main difference in performance was the omission of 10GbE ports, as the RS600 was able to achieve a…
Back in 2020, I reviewed the Nighthawk Pro XR1000 WiFi 6 Gaming Router, which was essentially the same hardware as the RAX50 but running DumaOS, which is a specialist router OS with an attractive UI and many features geared toward improving gaming performance. Netgear hasn’t produced another router running this OS but Netduma, the company…
The need for secure and easy file storage is always there in our digital world, where everyone is looking for better ways to manage their data across different platforms. Google Drive and Amazon S3 (Simple Storage Service) are two popular cloud solutions that you can use for this purpose. However, transferring files from Google Drive…
Netgear has unveiled three new additions to its Nighthawk Wi-Fi 7 standalone router series. The new routers – RS600, RS500, and RS200 – are designed to provide high-speed internet, secure connectivity, and support for a wide range of devices in modern homes. The new models join the existing Nighthawk RS700S and RS300 to offer consumers…
The Nighthawk RS300 is the latest WiFi 7 router from Netgear and is priced to target mainstream users who want the high-performance benefits of WiFi 7 while keeping the price reasonable. The Nighthawk RS300 is less than half the price of the flagship Nighthawk RS700S, but for most people, the performance difference will be negligible,…
The Netgear Orbi 770 is the latest addition to the company’s popular mesh WiFi lineup, offering WiFi 7 connectivity at a more accessible price point than its flagship Orbi 970 counterpart. The Netgear Orbi 770 is significantly more affordable than the Orbi 970, which has been achieved by significantly cutting back the specification, including dropping…
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…
The Raspberry Pi has long been a favourite among hobbyists, makers, and educators for its versatility, affordability, and robust community support. However, the Raspberry Pi 5 no longer represents the amazing value for money its predecessors offered. At the same time, there has been a growing number of competing single-board computers. Raspberry Pi is famous…
I have reviewed several of the TerraMaster NAS models and continue to use the TerraMaster F2-423 and TerraMaster F4-422 as my main storage servers at home. TerraMaster has recently launched the F4-424/F2-424, which supersedes the two models I have and uses the Intel Celeron N95. They have also launched a Pro model, which uses the…
Ubiquiti recently expanded its UniFi Pro Max switch lineup with the introduction of the new Pro Max switches, including the USW-Pro-Max-16, which I am reviewing today. This is a compact 16-port switch that brings the popular Ether lighting feature to a smaller form factor. This new addition aims to bridge the gap between the larger…
Aqara has showcased an array of new smart home solutions at IFA 2024 in Berlin. The company’s latest offerings span various categories, including home security, safety, energy efficiency, and interoperability. Enhanced Home Security and Safety Camera Hub G5 Pro: Advanced Outdoor Surveillance Aqara’s first foray into outdoor surveillance cameras, the Camera Hub G5 Pro, marks…
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