Linksys by Cisco EA4500 App Enabled N900 Wireless Router Unboxing & First Look Linus Tech Tips

Linus Tech Tips opens the video with an unboxing of the Linksys by Cisco EA4500, highlighting its status as a premium app-enabled router and framing it as the direct successor to the EA4200. He emphasizes the standout feature of the EA4500 being its app-enabled capabilities, allowing management of the home network from iOS and Android devices, including remote control when away from home. The host explains practical use cases such as pausing a child’s internet access remotely or configuring parental controls, guest networks, and other quick admin tasks through the mobile app. He also notes the 900 Mbps theoretical combined wireless speed thanks to 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz dual-band support, and touches on technologies like DNA certified media sharing, USB storage, and IPv6. As part of the unboxing, Linus walks through the physical design cues, counting the four gigabit Ethernet ports, the USB port, the WPS button, and the power jack, while comparing the EA4500 visually to the older EA4200 model. He also discusses setup options, including a three-step wizard, a CD-based setup, and the remote app experience, praising the remote management feature as a major convenience for managing family networks remotely. The segment ends with a quick nod to the user experience promise of the app-enabled ecosystem and a reminder to subscribe for more unboxings and tech content.

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