New Belkin 802.11n Router Features Torrent App
Belkin's new wireless routers enlists the help of various apps focused on torrents, network printing, and more.
A wireless router that uses apps? Apparently so. Thanks to Apple and the way it has re-invented the consumer's need for small dinky programs (rather than over-bloated, over-priced software), we're witnessing a change in the "gadget" industry that has now infiltrated into our beloved wireless routers. Belkin is now the latest to jump into the apps craze, offering its new line of Surf, Share, Play, and Play Max 802.11n routers.
According to the company, the devices will be integrated with apps that are designed to "enhance users' wireless experience." One such app--called the Self-Healing App--automatically detects and resolves network problems. It also runs routine maintenance scans to give users the clearest wireless channel. The Print Genie app allows the user to connect a compatible printer directly to the router and print from any PC on the network.
Now here's the real kicker: the Torrent Genie app. "Don't wait around for large torrent downloads like movies, music and games," the company said. "The Torrent Genie App lets you continue downloading even if your computer is shut down or asleep. When you come back, your large media files will be fully downloaded and ready to enjoy."
The name of each router should speak for itself, indicating its primary focus. PC and console gamers would want to grab the Play and Play Max routers while web surfers who don't push around large amounts of data may want to consider the Surf Wireless Router. As for pricing, here's the list:
- Play Max Wireless Router (F7D4301) - $129.99
- Play Wireless Router (F7D4302) - $99.99
- Share Wireless Router (F7D3302) - $79.99
- Surf Wireless Router (F7D2301) - $49.99
All four routers will be available this month.
Of course, the prospect of it offloading torrenting from the PC when the PC's not available makes me wonder if it'd handle seeding, too.
You have to go.
Of course, the prospect of it offloading torrenting from the PC when the PC's not available makes me wonder if it'd handle seeding, too.
Sounds interesting!
http://www.belkin.com/networking/apps/
That feature will be available for their "Play Max" line of routers.
*Looks at DIR-825 in contempt*
You're staying. I just bought you, expensive POS... Wireless N at wireless G speeds, YAY!
What does Apple have to do with this? Sounds like a horrible article to me, way to fanboy it up..
My router has a USB port (meant for USB storage across the network, but it'd work). I'm sure many others do.
Exactly. A lot of Linksys' routers have that capability, like the sexy WRT160NL - http://www.linksysbycisco.com/EU/en/products/WRT160NL
Designed to install Linux and apps. A lot more interesting than this Belkin router imo (since you can actually customize what apps it should run).
EDIT: Seems I left a dot in that link.