802.11ac

  • Netgear’s Most Badass Router Now Handles Your Internet Too

    If you’re a semi-regular Gizmodo reader, you’ve probably seen me bleating on in the past about how important having good wi-fi in your house is. A good router can fix all of your life’s problems. You’ve gotta spend a bit, sure, but it’s worth it. Netgear’s new D8500 takes all the good stuff from its…


  • 802.11ac Wi-Fi’s ‘Wave 2’ Standard Is Faster Than Ever

    The industry body that certifies devices and chipsets as meeting the Wi-Fi standard — that means they can use the black-and-white ‘Wi-Fi’ logo, and that those gadgets will be guaranteed to work correctly with the various wireless frequencies and communication methods that exist — has just signed off on a brand new level of performance…


  • Belkin AC 1750 DB Wi-Fi Modem Router: Australian Review

    Odds are that if you live in or around any metropolitan area in Australia, you have ADSL2+ internet at home. It’s possible to buy a single, reasonably priced all-in-one modem router that handles anything that a regular family could want. Belkin’s AC 1750 DB modem router is a simple, relatively powerful device aimed at anyone…


  • Netgear Nighthawk R7000 Router: Australian Review

    Having good Wi-Fi in your house makes life so much easier. Faster speeds mean you can stream HD video from your PC to TV without tangling cables all over the place. The extra range means you can check emails in your car before you back out of the driveway. Netgear’s Nighthawk R7000 router promises all…