Linksys New AC Router Products - EPIC Surprise at the End - Linus Tech Tips CES 2013
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Linksys has a refreshed line up of wireless AC products. all of them have at least Wireless N 300, gigabit ethernet, and a three antenna design for Wireless AC on the 5GHz band. Day 5 - video 8
The video covers Linksys’ refreshed AC router lineup showcased at CES 2013, with Linus and Matthew from Linus Tech Tips providing the on-camera explanation. The hosts explain that this is a significant generational step for Wireless AC, moving beyond the G to N transition and introducing features like USB 3.0 ports and full AC specifications including beamforming. They describe three different models, highlighting differences in speed on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, as well as USB port configurations. The discussion emphasizes how beamforming directs Wi-Fi more efficiently toward devices, improving overall speed and reliability within the home, and clarifies that the antennas are static but the technology uses device activity to optimize signal direction. They also introduce an optional Universal Media Connector to bridge AC speeds to wired devices, and compare it to USB-based options, which leads to the practical conclusion that customers can upgrade their network performance without sacrificing existing connections. The outro foreshadows how these products will fit into typical consumer setups and invites viewers to subscribe for more coverage. The segment wraps with a recap of the lineup, including the entry-level AC200 and the higher-end AC750 and AC600 variants, and ends on a high-energy, cinematic note that reinforces Linus Tech Tips’ CES coverage style.
Topics · technology · networking · consumer electronics · ces
Questions answered
- What are the main differences between the AC750, AC600, and AC200 Linksys routers discussed in the video?
- AC750 provides higher speeds on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands with a 3x3 antenna configuration, AC600 lowers 2.4 GHz speed to 300 Mbps while keeping 5 GHz at 1300 Mbps and removes one USB port, and AC200 is the entry-level option with 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz, offering a lower overall ceiling but still enabling AC performance.
- What is beamforming as explained in the video, and how does it improve Wi-Fi performance?
- Beamforming concentrates the Wi-Fi signal toward connected devices rather than broadcasting evenly in all directions, which improves speed and reliability by targeting coverage where devices are located, based on active device discovery and connection management.