Now is a good time to get Linksys latest router, Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 EA6900. It has a dual core processor and external antennae for higher speed and wider range delivery. Now, it will be retailed at S$319, along with free gifts worth up to S$188.* Note that the RRP is S$339 (and only available from 2nd December onwards).
Linksys Announces Its Fastest Wireless-AC Router
With dual-core processor and external antennae delivering higher speed and wider range,
the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 EA6900 delivers high-performance connectivity in the home
SINGAPORE, November 25, 2013 – Linksys® today introduced its latest flagship model in the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi router line-up: the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 EA6900. Offering speeds of up to 600Mbps* to Wireless-N clients and up to 1300Mbps* to Wireless-AC clients, the new router is packed with smart features and top-of-class performance, sporting cutting edge technologies to bring consumers the fastest Linksys Wireless-AC Router to date.
“As a key technology innovator, Linksys understands that today’s consumers need reliable wireless coverage throughout their home. With our expertise in networking we have brought today’s best wireless technologies together in one sleek form factor,” said Tang Boon Ping, Director, Asia, Linksys and Belkin. “This, coupled with Linksys’ innovative Smart Wi-Fi platform, makes the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 EA6900 a central hub of the modern connected home, where users are supported by innovative tools and third-party apps to seamlessly manage and guard their home network from anywhere, at anytime.”
The Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 EA6900 also sees the re-introduction of three external and removable dipole antennae, with top-of-class performance. Aside from giving consumers maximum flexibility in steering the signal to enhance network range and stability, the inclusion of external antennae also allow discerning users to swap out the antennae with other types of personal preference.
Maintaining the sleek and minimal design aesthetic of the EA series of routers, the EA6900 runs on a powerful 800Mhz dual-core processor for maximum performance, sporting USB3.0 connectivity to easily share storage media across the home network. Combining the best technologies available to the home networking consumer today, the EA6900 promises seamless connectivity not only with the Internet, but also amongst the increasing number of network-enabled devices in the market.
The EA6900 also incorporates cutting edge beamforming technology to deliver greater network range and higher Wi-Fi speeds in the home, by being directionally aware of client devices’ locations, and steering wireless signals towards these devices for a more stable connection.
Delivering a simple and intuitive experience, the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 EA6900 can be installed without the need for a CD. Consumers can instead connect to the router through an Internet browser via PCs or smart devices, and follow the simple set-up wizard to complete installation. Users can also opt to create a Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account for easy control of the home network, including settings, managing their connected devices and Smart Wi-Fi tools such as parental controls and guest access to the home network. The Linksys Smart Wi-Fi platform offers a complete and complementary ecosystem to Linksys consumers by creating and supporting a comprehensive range of tools and mobile applications (developed by Linksys and third party developers through the Linksys App Developer programme) that deliver effortless control and greater connectivity over home networks anytime and anywhere.
Pricing and Availability
The Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 EA6900 will be begin retailing exclusively at the SITEX 2013 show with a special introductory price of S$319, along with free gifts worth up to S$188.*
* Terms & conditions apply. Free gifts available while stocks last.
Thereafter, the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 EA6900 will be available at all leading IT stores from 2nd December 2013 onwards at a suggested retail price of S$339, inclusive of GST.
About Linksys
The Linksys brand has pioneered wireless connectivity since its inception in 1988 with its leading innovation and engineering strategies, and best-in-class technology, design, and customer service. Linksys enables a connected lifestyle for people at home, at work and on the move, and with its award-winning products, simplifies home control, entertainment, security and Internet access through innovative features and a growing application and partner ecosystem. For more information, visit www.linksys.com, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or watch us on YouTube.
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*Maximum performance derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications (draft specifications for 802.11ac). Actual performance can vary, including lower wireless network capacity, data throughput rate, range and coverage. Performance depends upon many factors, conditions and variables, including products used; interference and other adverse conditions. The standard transmission rates—600 Mbps, 1300 Mbps, 300 Mbps and 867 Mbps—are the physical data rates. Actual data throughput will be lower and may depend on the mix of wireless products used and external factors.
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