Modem & router stories

Top 10 wireless modem/routers

29 Sep 2009 11:24 AM

Routers, particularly wireless ones, are always a bit of an unknown quantity. These are our top 10 picks for wireless routers and modem/routers, for you to be able to make a more informed choice.
Internode cuts 3G modem prices

28 Sep 2009 4:55 PM

Broadband provider Internode has cut the price of its 3G modem range by $50.
Ask Us: How can I improve the wireless connection from my laptop to my router?

26 Aug 2009 12:23 PM

Frustrated by poor signal strength on your network? Here are four options you can try to improve it.
Mobile broadband: HSDPA modem round-up

07 Aug 2009 11:53 AM

We test the latest HSDPA mobile broadband hardware on the 3G networks of Telstra's Next G, Vodafone, Optus and 3 Mobile.
Ask Us: Should I choose 5GHz wireless?

22 Jul 2009 4:47 PM

What you give up in range at the 5GHz frequency, you make up in performance. Craig Simms explains.
Cadillac to offer in-car internet access

20 Mar 2009 4:48 PM

Cadillac has announced the availability of an in-car wireless internet option on its CTS sport sedan beginning in April in the US. The new option will be called Cadillac WiFi (sic) by Autonet which will be dealer-installed.
D-Link DIR-685: When wireless routing is just part of the job

12 Jan 2009 9:56 AM

At CES 2009, Dong Ngo was more than impressed by the all-new Xtreme N Storage DIR-685 wireless router.
Trendnet shrinks Draft N wireless router

09 Jan 2009 4:40 PM

Trendnet has introduced a 300Mbps Wireless N Travel Router, the TEW-654TR, that fits in your pocket.
Netgear's wireless router goes mobile

08 Jan 2009 3:11 PM

Today at CES, Netgear introduced its 3G-only mobile router, the MBR624GU.
Netgear reveals new dual-band router

08 Jan 2009 2:04 PM

The successor to the WNDR3300 has been announced at CES 2009, called the RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router WNDR3700.

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Reviews

Edimax nLite 3G-6200n 3G Broadband Router

Edimax's nLite 3G-capable router might sucker you in with a bargain price point, but you'll pay a hefty frustration price along the way.

Specs: 802.11b, 802.11g
D-Link Wireless N Router DIR-615

At a very affordable price, the D-Link Wireless N Router DIR-615 makes a great entry-level Wireless-N router and would satisfy most situations where a wireless network is needed.

Specs: 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.3, 802.3u
Netgear RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router (WNDR3700)

The Netgear WNDR3700 RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router is a great dual-band router for networking enthusiasts who also want a quick and easy network storage solution.

Specs: 802.11n