Abstract: We can confidently recommend the Wi-Fire for anyone who needs to connect to WiFi access points which are more than a few feet away from your computer. Although the performance of the Mac’s built-in 802.11n trumps the Wi-Fire at very close range, at distances of 50 feet and greater, the Wi-Fire, despite being a 802.11b/g device, provided greater throughput than the Mac in 802.11n mode. Plus, the Wi-Fire would consistently detect two to three more times base stations than..
Abstract: An Internet connection these days has become an umbilical cord for many people. Whether in an office cubicle, a college quad, or on the road with a smile and a shoeshine, a link to the cloud -- and a strong, solid link, with no erratic or dropped sig...
makes useable connections from WiFi signals too weak for internal adapters to connect to or detect
iderably more compact than its slabsided predecessorhField says the new model is 40% smaller and 30% lighterat $59, the new WiFire also rings up $20 less expensive.
Pros: makes useable connections from Wi-Fi signals too weak for internal adapters to connect to or detect Cons: lacks 802.11n support; not available from popular retailers Sometimes you come to the realization that the equipment you have isn't quite u...
Works on multiple operating systems, Easy installation, Really does extend range
Large, Doesn’t stay in place well on thin screen
If you’re looking for an easy way to extend your range then you can’t go wrong with the Wi-Fire, it really does work. When you plug it in you might find that you’ve got more access points listed. The Wi-Fire can easily give you multiple...
Abstract: With Wi-Fire, you can improve your wireless Internet connection speed just by plugging this device into a USB port on your computer. Wi-Fire allows you to pick up more wireless connections too. Product Information:With Wi-Fire you will be able to con...
Abstract: Almost any notebook built within the last five years has (or at least had as an available option) a Wi-Fi adapter tucked somewhere within the bowels of the system along with an antenna contained within the lid. Integrated Wi-Fi is the most ubiquitous a...
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Published: 2008-03-17, Author: Michael , review by: maximumpc.com
Unbelievable range. Best throughput at range, bar none.
Very directionallyfinicky. Can't compete with DraftN at short range (obviously). Flimsy base denies it a Kick Ass.
