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Mercusys Halo H80X review: Focusing on simplicity!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
16.02.2024

When you ask people what they want from their wireless router or mesh Wi-Fi system, many will tell you they want it to be affordable and simple to set up and use. Mercusys Halo H80X is a dual-band mesh Wi-Fi

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ASUS RT-AX57 Go review: A versatile travel router!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
24.01.2024

ASUS started the year 2024 by launching a versatile travel router with an interesting list of features, some of which are surprisingly advanced. This router is named ASUS RT-AX57 Go. It’s small, lightweight, and can provide 4G and 5G mobile

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The gadget to take on your travels: Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
24.11.2023

The majority of us don’t leave home without our phones. Especially on our travels, where we want to take pictures and create Instagram stories or TikTok videos. Photography enthusiasts even carry a digital camera, although it’s not always easy to

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Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 review: Smart tracker for Samsung users!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
21.11.2023

Do you tend to forget things like your keys or your wallet in various places? Do you live in a busy urban area and want to keep track of your pet? Are you going to travel to a different country

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ASUS ExpertWiFi EBR63 review: The mid-range router for SMBs!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
13.10.2023

ExpertWiFi EBR63 is not the first ASUS router made for businesses but it’s the first in the company’s new ExpertWiFi line-up. ASUS has dabbled with such routers in the past (I remember testing ASUS BRT-AC828 back in 2017) but never

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How to enable or turn off a metered connection in Windows 11

Codrut Neagu
03.10.2023

A metered connection is a type of connection that limits how much data you can use. If you exceed the limit, you might have to pay extra fees or experience slower speeds. Windows 11 lets you set any connection as

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How to connect an Android to a Windows 11 PC via Bluetooth

Codrut Neagu
29.09.2023

To transfer files or share the internet connection between your Android phone and your Windows 11 laptop, you need to pair them using Bluetooth. Bluetooth is a widely used technology supported by most Android devices. This tutorial shows you how

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How to use the Self-defined Network (SDN) on ASUS ExpertWiFi

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
29.09.2023

ASUS has a new family of networking devices. It’s named ExpertWiFi, and it includes routers, mesh systems, switches, and access points. Aimed at small and medium-sized businesses and organizations, these devices are all using Wi-Fi 6. And since businesses have

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ASUS ExpertWiFi EBM68 review: Mesh Wi-Fi for SMBs!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
19.09.2023

Although ASUS has a lot of expertise in building high-quality routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems for home users, the company has not focused on building networking solutions for business users so far. Luckily, things are changing with the introduction of

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You don’t need a 4G/5G router. Use an extendable ASUS router instead

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
06.09.2023

Sometimes the internet connection drops and our Wi-Fi doesn’t work. This is frustrating and can negatively affect our productivity or the fun experiences we’re having online. Suppose you’re working online on a tight deadline or running a business that needs

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Automate your home or office with the TP-Link Tapo ecosystem

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
30.08.2023

Over the past few weeks, I’ve been tinkering with the Tapo smart ecosystem developed by TP-Link. First, I built an advanced surveillance system, both indoors and outdoors, and then a smart multicolor lighting system that optimizes energy consumption. Now, it’s

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Enjoy RGB lighting & optimize your energy consumption with TP-Link Tapo

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
25.08.2023

RGB lighting has become very popular in recent years and is now used not only in gaming PCs, but also in homes, restaurants, hotel rooms and other spaces. Optimizing energy consumption has also become a priority because of the energy

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ASUS TUF Gaming AX3000 V2 review: A good mid-range router

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
23.08.2023

Fast internet connections are slowly gaining ground everywhere in the world. As our homes and businesses are increasingly crowded with more devices that require Wi-Fi connectivity, getting yourself a good router is a must. If you want a solid mid-range

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TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus review: A smart choice for large-sized homes

Codrut Neagu
22.08.2023

If you’re looking for a smart and relatively affordable robot vacuum, you may want to consider the TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus. It promises to keep your home clean and dust-free, regardless of the floor types in your rooms. The Tapo

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The best Back to School extendable ASUS routers

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
08.08.2023

The school year is starting soon, and it will be a challenging time for families worldwide. Higher prices and inflation are big issues, and people will likely be more mindful of how they’re spending their money. Even under these circumstances,

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Do you want a smart surveillance system? Try TP-Link Tapo!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
27.07.2023

Security is a serious issue, whether we’re discussing the security of our home and family or that of the company we are working for. Investing in a video surveillance system with smart features can improve our quality of life and

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Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+ review: Excellent automated cleaning!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
19.07.2023

While robot vacuums are similar in terms of looks and general design, they vary greatly in price, technology, features, and usefulness. If you have a large living space or office that needs regular cleaning, you’re better served by the more

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TP-Link Tapo C225 review: Affordable home surveillance!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
13.07.2023

Do you have a child that you need to keep an eye on? Or a pet? Or both? Then you may need a surveillance camera for home use. And if you want features like night vision or the ability to

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Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10 review: Great for large homes!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
05.07.2023

If you have a large home that requires regular cleaning, affordable robot vacuums are usually a poor choice due to multiple reasons. They tend to have batteries with lower capacity, less advanced navigation systems which make them slow at cleaning