Wireless Xbox One controller adapter for Windows ships today

Posted on 20/10/2015 by Edgar Alvarez

You won't have to wait much longer to use your Xbox One gamepad wirelessly with your PC. Microsoft announced today that its handy peripheral, revealed earlier this year, is now shipping to "most" retail stores around the world. If you're in the US,...

Amped Wireless’ ACA1 802.11ac WiFi adapter launches July 22nd for $89.99 (video)

Posted on 15/07/2013 by Daniel Cooper

"It's not me, it's you," scolds the distant WiFi hotspot as your connection drops for the ninth time in an hour. As much as you may dream of buying a 20 meter Ethernet cable, Amped Wireless is determined to curtail that flirtation with its latest piece of 802.11ac hardware, the ACA1. The USB 3.0-powered unit clips to Windows and OS X machines, utilizing the company's long-range mojo to ensure that you'll be the envy of frustrated tweeters on the periphery of a public router. The gear arrives on July 22nd, but pre-orders begin today with $89.99 securing you a piece of the action -- and if the idea of that big Ethernet lead still appeals, we've got a video to convince you otherwise after the break.

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TP-Link shows a fleet of beautiful network connectivity devices, we go hands-on

Posted on 08/01/2013 by Mark Hearn

No matter how big or small your network related needs may be, TP-Link appears to be up to the task. The network equipment manufacturer has unleashed a horde of new gear at CES. First up to bat is the AC1750 dual band gigabit router, which features dual USB sharing ports and is capable of wireless speeds of up to 1,750Mbps. Set to release sometime in Q2, the AC1750 is also equipped with a built-in media server that allows users to stream and share media through a PC, PS3, or Xbox 360.

Next on the company's list of new products is its Mini Pocket Router. While moonlighting as a USB charger, this pint-sized device allows users to exchange and share files connected to the same local network. Reaching speeds of up to 300Mbps, this little router that could is slated to go on sale in Q3.

Gallery: TP-Link shows a fleet of beautiful network connectivity devices, we go hands-on