Wireless

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884057 ZyXEL Multy Mesh RouterZyxel Multy U

Published in Wireless by paul_smart on 17 May 2019
Often a tall or wide building has problems receiving a Wi-Fi signal from a single point, one solution is power over Ethernet giving a connection to a loft or other far flung place but this could still cause problems with anything that is handheld as signals can be lost. Another possible solution is what I am looking at here Zyxel Multi U.

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Published in Wireless by mfereday on 7 May 2019
Some of us reside in an environment that could be best referred to as one that is based on the Internet of Things (IoT) with interactive devices everywhere.

883813 Netgear TP Link AC750 Dual Band Wi Fi Travel RouteA TP-Link Router

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 2 May 2019
With 5 antennas and a slot for SIM card entry, this router caught my attention.

883527 WD My Passport SSD Portable StoragMy Passport Goes Wireless

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 13 Apr 2019
Whether Brexit goes through or not, a passport will be required.

883362 thumbsup Unicorn Wireless ChargeUnicorn Power Charging

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 2 Apr 2019
Mixing a mythical past with modern technology.

Manchester Goes 5G

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 26 Feb 2019
The arrival of 5G technology is underway as testing begins in earnest and Manchester by Vodafone.
Power over Wi-Fi, range extenders and Wi-Fi Extenders are all ways to allow you to get a signal where you may not be able to do so normally, here an offering from Devolo called Magic 2 to allow places that otherwise would need a carrier pigeon to get information in or out help to allow you to stay in touch. Be it loft or basement you can now have connection.

880439 brando Remote Weather Station Alarm ClocBrando Weather Station

Published in Wireless by paul_smart on 10 Oct 2018
While most will know Brando for ‘Everything USB’ they do have other items in their portfolio and here is one a Weather Station complete with an external measure and a plus point over lots of others the internal unit can be both wireless and wired.

879670 Aud Click by iLuv Portable Wireless Speaker Amazon AlexiLuv Portable Speaker

Published in Wireless by paul_smart on 23 Jul 2018
This small unit can work with Alexa should you wish. It is both a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker. It becomes an ideal desk accompaniment and for someone like me that is a poor speller it can get you out of a hole when Microsoft Word fails to correct it for me.

879605 Devolo dLAN 1200+ Wi Fi AC Powerline Starter KiCombining Powerline and WiFi

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 12 Jul 2018
Well known as a home networking specialist, Devolo has recently updated its solution to curing the problem caused by a weak WiFi performance. This product, offering WiFi anywhere in the home, is the company’s dLAN 1200+ WiFi ac Starter Kit.

879477 devolo Home Control StarteA Smarter Home

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 26 June 2018
When turning your home into a Smart environment, a Home Control Starter Pack, such as the product developed by Devolo, could be an appropriate route to take when enhancing certain features

879437 Zyxel Armor Z2 AC2600 MU MIMO Wireless Cable RouteA Powerful Router

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 21 June 2018
Looking to add some extra power to a home network you might want to consider the Armor Z2.

878737 moshi twilight sleep storieA Book at Bedtime

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 26 May 2018
Are you sitting comfortably? Then let me tell you a story to help ease your journey on the road to slumber.

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Published in Wireless by paul_smart on 2 Mar 2018
Where Wi-Fi cannot reach there is an alternative to a very long Ethernet lead and that is using power sockets to transfer the signals. Providing the router and the external point are on the same ring main you can get a strong signal it could be your basement, loft or garage.

876296 qabuQobuz (part 2)

Published in Wireless by paul_smart on 29 Oct 2017
Early in the summer I told you about what Qobuz expected and now after a few months of regular use I can tell you about what I have experienced, and, also what a rare answer from Qobuz has had to say to some of my concerns.

875822 Amazon Echo Dot 2nd GeneratioEcho Dot from Amazon

Published in Wireless by paul_smart on 22 Oct 2017
This is a small flat circular device that you talk to – and it can talk back – it can also give you information and even play music from a range of sources. Other joys it can tell you time and set alarms to wake you so ‘Alexa’ from Amazon is here.
This is a Bluetooth tube speaker with bright green ends all round speakers and black rubber sides. None of that really matters as turn it on to a music source of your choice and marvel at the sounds coming from the unit then play the same music through your Notebooks speakers, it’s no contest this unit from Braven is a winner.

875525 Edifier R1010BT 4 inch Bluetooth Wireless SpeakerBookshelf Speaker System

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 19 Sep 2017
With a model number that has a binary feel, this next product offers dual speaker connectivity.

875448 Roberts Radio ORTUS1BK DAB Alarm Clock RadiRoberts Ortus 3

Published in Wireless by paul_smart on 6 Sep 2017
It’s been a couple of years since I have been offered a Roberts DAB radio to review. While I have looked at offerings from other manufacturers the Roberts units have not been available. This I assume was down to the excellent PR lady I have been in contact with for some years moving on.

875304 Sandberg 126 01 Blue Storm Wireless HeadseDelivering a Blue Storm

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 2 Sep 2017
After a number of in-ear products, this next listening device is of the over-the-ear offering.

875302 f secure sense IoT Internet routeRouter Protection

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 31 Aug 2017
Just how smart is smart? Your home may contain any number of devices that claim to be smart but do you really trust them to respond in an appropriate manner when they receive instructions, especially when the instructions emanate remotely from an outside source not under your control. It could happen.

875080 flic bluetooth remote control buttoAutomated Tasks

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 19 Aug 2017
At the flick of a button or press of a finger, you can automate different tasks that make up your everyday life using this next product.

875042 alba mono dab radiAlba DAB/FM Radio from Argos

Published in Wireless by paul_smart on 11 Aug 2017
This is a small Mono DAB/FM from Alba a budget brand now sold by Argos. So what can you expect without having to spend that much money? The first surprise for me was that it is both mains and battery operated so immediately a plus.

874869 Fresh n Rebel Rockbox Cube FabriA Small Basic Speaker

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 29 Jul 2017
Recently available from Vodafone is a small Bluetooth speaker.

873992 NETGEAR AC810 100EUS Aircard Wi Fi Mobile Broadband HotspoPersonal Portable Hotspot

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 1 June 2017
Carrying a WiFi hotspot is your pocket is made possible by this next device.

873503 Edifier MP700 RAVE Bluetooth ActivA Retro Look

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 13 May 2017
As part of Edifier’s extensive range of speaker products, the company’s MP700 model features a retro look.

872963 Bang & Olufsen BeoSound A Wall of Sound

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 8 Apr 2017
News has just filtered through regarding a new wireless speaker system soon to be made available. This is the innovatively named BeoSound Shape product which promises to combine high quality sound with a unique customisable design concept suitable for different environments.

872837 Audeara headphoneMedical Designed Headphones

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 6 Apr 2017
Adding to the range of wearable devices is news of a new type of headphones coming from Australia.

872700 Arlo Pro Security System Rechargeable Wire Free HD CamerWire-Free Security Camera

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 1 Apr 2017
NETGEAR continues to develop its Arlo home security systems with the release of its Pro product.

872698 Edifier MP233 portable bluetooth speakerEdifier Goes Portable

Published in Wireless by mfereday on 28 Mar 2017
Adding to its range of speakers, Edifier has delivered a Bluetooth portable speaker with microSD capability.