Buffalo’s new simultaneous dual band 450Mps router will be released in mid-March.
Maximum speed (up to 450Mbps) for ultra-fast wireless transfer rates give you a trouble-free internet connection even when multiple devices are running Wi-Fi at the same time. Also, the router’s wave output is maximized, giving internet access in areas where there is weak reception.
Buffalo’s unique AOSS2 drastically eases the initial router set-up. You don’t need complicated preparation …
We’ve previously had just a smattering of text to hint that T-Mobile might kick off its formal LTE launch with a Sonic 2.0 Mobile Hotspot. Things just got more tangible this weekend through an apparent TmoNews leak. The really-truly-4G pocket router has surfaced in a supposed press render that’s fairly plain looking, but suggests a little sophistication through a color screen. We’re still missing the rather important details of the Sonic 2.0’s performance and price; if prior tips are on the mark, though, we’ll have our answers (and more devices) in about six weeks.
Filed under: Wireless, Networking, Mobile, T-Mobile
Source: TmoNews
If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the only corner of a hotel room where the WiFi actually works, then Satechi may be able to get you back to the desk. Its Multifunction Mini-Router not only gives you a private, 300 Mbps WiFi access point from a hotel’s wired internet, but functions as a repeater that can distribute a weak wireless signal elsewhere in the room, too. It also works as a standard home router, of course, and even has a bridge mode which lets you take an existing WiFi network and re-transmit it with a different name (and security), useful for combo networks like those in a cafe, for instance. Finally, the client mode lets you plug the Satechi box into a wired device like a Smart TV or set top box to give it WiFi capability — letting you dodge the hefty freight of proprietary WiFi dongles often not included with such devices. That’s a lot of functionality for $40, but if we had you at “WiFi repeater,” check the PR and video after the break.
Filed under: Peripherals, Internet
Source: Satechi
Typically, a wireless router is a rather large and bulky device that can be difficult to place in a crowded office or room. The other problem with your typical wireless routers is that they have a lot of different cables that go along with them. Satechi has a new wireless mini router that is small enough to easily fit in a pocket or briefcase to take with you on the road and takes up little space in your office or hotel room.
The device can function in multiple modes including router mode allowing you to connect to the Internet and broadcast wireless signal to create your own Wi-Fi network with in a hotel room or office. The device can also work as a repeater allowing you to connect to an existing wireless network and amplify it for extended range connections.
The router supports 802.11b/g/n connectivity offering up to 300 Mbps wireless throughput. The router also supports WPS security at the push of a button and WLAN security with WPA2, WPA, and WEP(128/64) capability. The router also has QoS functionality ensuring high-quality VoIP and multimedia streaming.
All of the working modes supported by the mini router include client mode, bridge mode, access point mode, router mode, and universal repeater mode. The little mini router measures 2.9 x 0.9 x 2.9-inches and weighs only 2.2 ounces. The router is available now for $39.99.
[via Satechi]
Satechi Wireless Multifunction Mini Router costs under $40 is written by Shane McGlaun & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Some of us do happen to live in a “black hole” when it comes to wireless signals – certain corners of the home just seem to be unable to receive any Wi-Fi signal of any kind, and when you take a look at your smartphone’s LTE signal, it drops to zero bars suddenly when entering the “zone”. Well, good thing there are devices out there to help you out in such a predicament, and Satechi’s Multifunction Mini Router is one of them, helping extend your Wi-Fi range whether you are at home or on the go.
The Satechi Multifunction Mini Router would make for the ideal traveling companion, being tiny enough to cram into any luggage, purse or briefcase, while offering users the convenience of converting a direct internet connection in conference rooms or hotel rooms to a private connection, delivering added security and mobility along the way. This plug and play router will also help extend the range of an existing Wi-Fi connection by another 100 feet – now is that cool or what? Theoretically, it has a maximum wireless speed of up to 300 Mbps via a 2.4GHz wireless band, but expect real world performance to be removed from such lofty heights.
If you are interested, the Satechi Multifunction Mini Router will retail for $39.99 a pop.
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Road warriors who need on-the-go networking will be happy to hear about D-Link’s latest SharePort Go. This handy gadget is designed to allow all of your gadgets to remain connected to the Internet no matter where you are.
Your Wi-Fi compatible gadgets connect to the D-Link DIR-508L SharePort Go II via its personal wireless network. A broadband Internet connection of some sort will need to be connected to the SharePort Go, which will then share this connection to all devices within its range. You can plug in an Ethernet cable, a 3G or 4G USB adapter, or it can even hook up to a Wi-Fi hotspot to share online access with multiple devices.
While the same can certainly be achieved with a cellular hotspot, the SharePort Go II does provide more flexibility. It also comes with a built-in 4,000 mAh rechargeable battery, which can also be used to juice up some of your gadgets. Hook up a USB flash drive, and you’ll have your own personal shared storage device, using the mydlink SharePort app.
The D-Link DIR-508L SharePort Go II will be available this April for about $120(USD).
[via Ubergizmo]
Sierra Wireless will be a very familiar name to many travelers who’ve depended on a hotspot or modem to keep their laptop online. Let’s hope they aren’t overly comfortable with the brand: Netgear just snapped up the assets of Sierra Wireless’ AirCard business, which covers many of the portable 3G and 4G devices we hold dear. The $138 million, 160-employee deal gives Netgear the resources it wants to make a big push into LTE access devices. Sierra Wireless, meanwhile, is blunt in describing the handover as a cash grab: the agreement gives it “significant financial resources” for improving its embedded modules and machine-to-machine devices. The deal should thus make sense for both sides as long as it completes in March, although we can’t help but feel that it’s the end of an era for jet set data users.
NETGEAR ENTERS INTO AGREEMENT TO ACQUIRE SELECT ASSETS OF SIERRA WIRELESS AIRCARD BUSINESS
Acquisition accelerates mobile initiative of NETGEAR service provider business and will be immediately accretive to earnings upon closing
SAN JOSE, Calif. – January 28, 2013 – NETGEAR(R), Inc. (NASDAQGM: NTGR), a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses and service providers, today announced that on January 28, 2013, it entered into an agreement to acquire select assets and operations of the Sierra Wireless, Inc. (“Sierra Wireless”) AirCard(R) business. NETGEAR management will hold an investor conference call tomorrow, January 29, 2013 at 8:30 a.m. EST (5:30 a.m. PST) to discuss the agreement.
On January 28, 2013, NETGEAR entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement with Sierra Wireless to acquire the operations of the AirCard business, including customer relationships, certain intellectual property, inventory and fixed assets of the Sierra Wireless AirCard business. The purchase price is approximately $138 million in cash. The final purchase price is subject to adjustments to be made after closing. The transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of necessary regulatory clearances, is expected to close by the end of NETGEAR’s fiscal first quarter.
Patrick Lo, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NETGEAR, commented, “We are excited to announce that we have entered into an agreement to acquire select assets of the Sierra Wireless AirCard business. We expect this acquisition will accelerate the mobile initiative of our service provider business unit to become a global leader in providing the latest in LTE data networking access devices. We believe that LTE network technology represents a huge market opportunity, especially in emerging markets and rural areas where high speed broadband Internet access is currently limited. This asset acquisition reinforces NETGEAR’s commitment to develop innovative products for the next generation of Internet service providers.”
Christine Gorjanc, Chief Financial Officer of NETGEAR, said, “We are excited about the opportunities this transaction gives us, and we expect this acquisition to be accretive to non-GAAP earnings in the first full quarter that NETGEAR operates the AirCard business. Based on current information, the business we are acquiring has a 12 month trailing net revenue run rate of approximately $247 million through December 2012.”
“We are also taking this opportunity to update NETGEAR’s estimates for the recently completed fourth quarter of 2012,” Ms. Gorjanc continued. “We currently expect to achieve net revenue of $305 million to $310 million and non-GAAP operating margin within the 11% to 11.5% range, both of which are within the guidance we provided last quarter for net revenue and non-GAAP operating margin, respectively. The non-GAAP tax rate for the fourth quarter of 2012 is currently expected to be approximately 40%, which is higher than the approximately 33% that we had previously estimated. We will provide all the details on our 2012 fourth quarter and year-end results in our normally scheduled earnings release in February.”
With the completion of the asset acquisition, approximately 160 employees located primarily in Carlsbad, California and Richmond, British Columbia are expected to be integrated into NETGEAR’s service provider business under Michael Clegg, Senior Vice President and General Manager of NETGEAR’s service provider business unit.
SIERRA WIRELESS ENTERS INTO AGREEMENT TO SELL ASSETS OF AIRCARD(R) BUSINESS TO NETGEAR
Vancouver, Canada – January 28, 2013
Expected net cash proceeds of approximately $100 million USD
Transaction enables Sierra Wireless to accelerate growth of machine-to-machine (M2M) business
Company provides preliminary fourth quarter and full year 2012 financial highlights
(All amounts included are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated.) Sierra Wireless, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWIR) (TSX: SW) today announced it has executed a definitive agreement for the sale of substantially all of the assets and operations related to its AirCard(R) business to NETGEAR(R), Inc. (NASDAQGM: NTGR) for $138 million in cash plus approximately $6.5 million in assumed liabilities as of December 31, 2012. NETGEAR is a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses, and service providers. Sierra Wireless expects to realize net cash proceeds of approximately $100 million from the asset sale, after related taxes, expenses, and funds held in escrow. The transaction is expected to close in March 2013, subject to customary closing conditions.
Under the transaction, NETGEAR will acquire the assets and operations of the AirCard business, including customer relationships, products, intellectual property, inventory, and fixed assets, and assume certain liabilities, including warranty commitments and other customer obligations. Approximately 160 employees, primarily in sales, marketing, and R&D, will be transferred to NETGEAR, as well as certain facilities in Carlsbad, CA and Richmond, BC.
“This transaction is the next step in our transformation into a company focused on enabling the ‘Internet of Things’ – a strategy we have been pursuing with great success since 2007,” said Jason Cohenour, President and CEO of Sierra Wireless. “We are the world leader in this dynamic market, with the industry’s broadest product lineup, solutions across the value chain and an extensive, blue-chip customer base. In addition to realizing a solid return for the AirCard business, this transaction will provide significant financial resources and capacity to accelerate our growth in M2M and connected device solutions.”
Mr. Cohenour added, “Our AirCard business has become the technology leader in the mobile broadband market, and has earned a global reputation for strong R&D execution and high quality products. The acquisition by NETGEAR offers this product line and superb team a natural home and excellent growth prospects, as the strategy, product line and channel alignment is very strong. Under the ownership of NETGEAR, our AirCard customers can expect continued high service levels and technology innovation.”
Upon completion of the transaction, Sierra Wireless’s retained business will include its AirPrime[TM] embedded modules for M2M and Mobile Computing, AirLink(R) intelligent gateways and routers, and AirVantage[TM] M2M cloud product lines. Going forward, Sierra Wireless will be an M2M and connected device pure play company, focused on providing innovative hardware, software, and cloud-based solutions that work together to enable customers across a broad range of markets to connect their machines to the “Internet of Things.”
Use of funds
Sierra Wireless intends to use net proceeds from the transaction to continue its acquisition strategy in the M2M market, with the objective of accelerating revenue and earnings growth by strengthening its leadership in existing markets and expanding its position in the M2M value chain.
Sierra Wireless is also exploring alternatives to return a portion of the proceeds to shareholders and will seek approval of the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) to undertake a normal course issuer bid (“NCIB”). The terms of the proposed NCIB will be subject to TSX review and approval, and Sierra Wireless expects to provide further details in the coming weeks.
Financial highlights for the fourth quarter and full year 2012
Sierra Wireless expects consolidated fourth quarter 2012 results to be solidly in line with guidance provided on November 1, 2012. Preliminary revenue for the full year is $644 million.
With respect to the retained business, preliminary fourth quarter and full year 2012 revenues were $109 and $397 million, respectively, including $14.0 million and $61.1 million, respectively, in revenue from the sale of AirPrime embedded wireless modules to Mobile Computing customers. Non-GAAP gross margin for the retained business was 33.2 percent in the fourth quarter of 2012 and 31.6 percent for the full year. Non-GAAP earnings from operations for the retained business were modestly positive in the fourth quarter, showing a steady improvement throughout the year.
“Upon closing this transaction, we will be highly focused on driving profitable revenue growth in our M2M business,” said David McLennan, Chief Financial Officer of Sierra Wireless. “As a stand-alone business, we will have a cost structure that supports considerably higher revenue levels, which will initially be reflected in modest operating margins. However, because we will be fully invested for growth, as we increase our revenues we expect to see greater operating leverage from the business.”
Sierra Wireless will release fourth quarter and fiscal 2012 financial results after market close on February 6, 2013. Management will provide additional financial detail at that time.
BMO Capital Markets is acting as exclusive financial advisor to Sierra Wireless, and Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP and Paul Hastings LLP are acting as legal counsel to Sierra Wireless.
Filed under: Wireless, Networking
Source: Forbes
ASUS apparently revealed this adorable wireless router in the middle of CES, but it’s understandable, given the size of the thing, how it might have got lost in the cracks. Thankfully, the WL-330NUL USB pocket router has now resurfaced at Expansys and while it doesn’t have a price, you can now register your preorder for the first batch. The router houses a single ethernet port and support for both USB 3.0 and 2.0. Powered by the aforementioned port, the router supports 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz WiFi and measures a meager 65mm in length. The release date is pegged for February 14th, just in time for that special someone — and their unforgivingly snug laptop bag.
Filed under: Networking, Internet, ASUS
Via: SlashGear
Source: Expansys
At CES 2013, we did talk about at least one pocket-friendly router – be it in size or price point, but this time around, there is the Asus WL-330NUL Pocket Router that certainly looks as though it is going to be a worthy purchase for those who want a Wi-Fi router that is diminutive enough to snuggle in your pocket without missing a beat. In fact, it will also be powered when connected to a USB port, letting you use it plugged into your notebook without having to tote around an additional power cable. Nifty, to say the least.
Apart from that, the Asus WL-330NUL Pocket Router will also come with an Ethernet jack that enables you to plug in a cable from your modem or from a wired connection wherever you are, turning the small router into a device that lets you share the wired connection wirelessly with other devices – talk about an instant portable wireless hotspot! Tipping the scales at under an ounce, it will not be able to deliver uber strong signals, but for one or two users on the road, it ought to be sufficient.
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The Almond, a router with a small touch screen that achieved significant success on Amazon thanks to a decent price point and excellent reviews, has a successor from parent company Securifi hitting Kickstarter soon. The Almond+ comes with 802.11ac support, boasts a 2.8-inch touchscreen, and can be set up without even connecting to a PC. It’s the perfect router for a mobile-first generation, and the new version also builds in a smart-home hub that’s compatible with both Zigbee and Z-Wave standards.
The Almond+ includes a small and attractive case that can be wall-mounted easily. Home automation functions can be controlled either from the screen on the router itself or from companion iOS and Android apps, allowing you to connect to the router and access all your remote home management functions in the same place, even from a cellular connection. It’s a natural addition to a device that any home these days pretty much has anyway; the router is often a passive device that users install and then don’t think about again until it fails. But adding smart home features means it’ll actually contribute a lot more use value to a household.
It’ll be arriving on Kickstarter in the near future and will retail for around $100, while the original Almond will be $79, and can act as a wireless network extender if you’ve got the old one and want to upgrade to the latest version.
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