The IT Nerd

Cisco contacted me to let me know that they have a new line of Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers that will hit the streets soon. There are three models available:

Linksys EA4500

• Wireless-N Dual-Band (Up to 900 Mpbs**)
• App Enabled
• 4 Gigabit Ports
• USB Port
• DNLA Media Server
• Basic Parental Controls
• Guest Access

Price: $199

Linksys EA3500

• Wireless-N Dual-Band (Up to 750 Mpbs**)
• App Enabled
• 4 Gigabit Ports
• USB Port
• Basic Parental Controls
• Guest Access

Price: $139

Linksys EA2700

•Wireless-N Dual-Band (Up to 600 Mpbs**)
•App Enabled
• 4 Gigabit Ports
•Basic Parental Controls
•Guest Access

Price: $99
According to Cisco, the new routers deliver the latest home Wi-Fi technology which easily handle everything from streaming HD video and multiplayer gaming to downloading large files, adding storage or printers, and connecting multiple devices. Then there’s Cisco Connect software, which provides simple anytime, anywhere management of multiple home networks. Cisco also announced it is working with top device manufacturers to simplify their networked products, (such as TVs, entertainment devices and home appliances) enabling new consumer experiences in the future. Whirlpool and more than two dozen other industry-leading companies, app developers and service providers who view the home network as a new frontier for providing innovative solutions for consumers are on board. Finally the company announced that there’s Cisco Connect Cloud which works with new Linksys EA-Series products and enhances the users’ experience by giving them anytime, anywhere access to multiple home networks, from their smart mobile device, tablet app or web browser.

They routers should be in stores on April 13th. Cisco Connect Cloud will be available in Canada in June.

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