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Wi-Fi (WiFi) stories

Chorus to expand Wi-Fi trials following Christchurch success

Chorus and N4L announced they are expanding a trial that uses Chorus network infrastructure to bring free internet into the homes of students.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Jun 2018

Wireless Networks

D-Link launches new Wi-Fi range extender

The AC2600 Wi-Fi Range Extender includes four external antennas and amplifiers designed to optimise coverage and maximise range.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Apr 2018

Unified Communications

Chorus and Spark comment on the impact of last night's storm

Chorus and Spark networks in New Zealand affected by power outages after storm, causing disruptions to phone and broadband services.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Apr 2018

Global Stories

Wi-Fi (WiFi) stories

Unified Communications

Wi-Fi is getting a new name and numbering system

The Wi-Fi Alliance introduces a new naming system, renaming current Wi-Fi technology to Wi-Fi 5 and future tech to Wi-Fi 6, making it user-friendly.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Oct 2018

Gaming

Razer's new high-performance Wi-Fi router is optimised for the gaming experience

This week Razer launched Sila, a high-performance Wi-Fi router that's optimised for gaming, streaming, and downloading multimedia content.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Oct 2018

Wireless Networks

D-Link launches latest Wi-Fi mesh system in ANZ

D-Link ANZ debuts the COVR-2202, a high-powered Tri-Band Wi-Fi mesh system, promising expanded coverage and ultra-fast speeds, priced at AUD $499.95.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Sep 2018

Network Infrastructure

Connectivity downtime costs local business over $4,000/hour

Ruckus Networks' State of Wi-Fi survey finds almost half of Australian organisations deal with Wi-Fi downtime up to five times per month.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Sep 2018

Unified Communications

Downtime a crippling issue in APAC State of Wi-Fi Study

Ruckus has released findings from its study of 1200 organizations in APAC who collectively have lost US$53m from downtime in the last 12 months.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Sep 2018

Network Infrastructure

The channel-only managed networks platform for SMBs

Netgear has released Insight Pro, a platform that leverages the cloud allowing networking resellers and services providers enhanced efficiency.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Sep 2018

Semiconductors

Intel adds U and Y series to 8th gen family

They are designed for maximum connectivity speeds and come with a range of upgrades to suit modern requirements.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Aug 2018

Wireless Networks

Allied Telesis releases first WLAN hybrid solution for enterprise

The Channel Blanket hybrid wireless solution delivers multi- and single-channel WLAN capabilities simultaneously using a single access point design.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Aug 2018

Network Infrastructure

The opportunities in wifi for partners... and us all

Ruckus president Ian Whiting was surprisingly insightful when it came to the social applications of wireless technologies.

By Ben Moore • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Aug 2018

Network Infrastructure

Exclusive - Ruckus ready to shake up ANZ networking market

Ruckus is no longer just wifi and is ready to take on the incumbents. Three business leaders explain how ANZ partners can gain from this growth.

By Ben Moore • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Aug 2018

Network Infrastructure

Causing a Ruckus - The next networking Big Dog

This week, Ruckus Networks held its Big Dogs conference in Seoul showcasing new offerings and discussing the opportunities in their sights.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jul 2018

Network Infrastructure

Ruckus' new access point leverages .11ax for complex networks

Ruckus Networks introduces the industry's first IoT- and LTE-ready 802.11ax access point, delivering secure, high-capacity performance in dense environments.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Jul 2018

Network Infrastructure

Cambium Networks launches enterprise-class outdoor Wi-Fi access point

High capacity outdoor Wi-Fi deployments must withstand challenging outdoor environments, such as high winds, rain, and extreme temperature ranges.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Jul 2018

Surveillance

Dimension Data and Cisco take anti-poaching tech into Africa

Dimension Data and Cisco extend their ground-breaking anti-poaching technology to Zambia, Kenya, and Mozambique, aiming to protect rhino and elephants.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018