January 19, 2015 – Netgear NASDAQ: NTGR netgear.com , a global manufacturer of networking products for home and enterprise users and service providers, participated in CES 2015, where it unveiled a number of innovative devices, six of which managed to win related awards. Netgear partners, press, customers, and visitors were able to see all of the new products on display.
The highlight of CES2015 for Netgear were the awards received by the company’s six new products. Among them: products from the ArloSmartHome series(for smart homes , the latest version of the Nighthawk router, ReadyNAS home systems and a new type of ProSAFE® Click Switch network switch.
Six Netgear products won awards at this year’s CES Innovations Design & Engineering Awards, sponsored by the Consumer Electronics Association CEA . The following devices by category won awards:
- Arlo™ Smart Home HD Security Camera-Smart Home
- AirCard® 785 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot- Smart Home
- Nighthawk® X4 AC2350 Smart WiFi Router(R7500 – “Hardware Devices for Gamers and Accessories”
- Nighthawk X6 AC3200 R8000 Tri-Band WiFi Router – Computer Accessories
- Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi Range Extender EX7000 – Computer Accessories
- ReadyNAS® 200 Series of Network Attached Storage-“Computer Accessories
“The new products unveiled at CES reaffirm Netgear’s commitment to bring innovative technologies to existing network infrastructures and thereby improve networks of all kinds. The Internet of Things started to occupy the minds of average users last year, but not everyone realizes that in order to make this wonderful idea a reality, we need to organize and support high-quality network connections,” said Patrick Lo, chairman and CEO of Netgear. “Our products are a constant component of smart homes, providing all other devices with quality Internet access. We make all kinds of whims possible: high quality online gaming, HD content streaming, full-fledged remote work, video monitoring of what’s going on in the house or anywhere else. Basically, anything you want.
Data storage, switching and security in smart homes
Netgear has developed and introduced a new category of network switches designed for maximum ease of installation and network layout in homes and offices. New ProSAFE® Click Switch product series network switches netgear.com/clickswitch are equipped with a special mounting system for convenient device placement. Currently, the series is represented by two devices: for 8 and 16 ports. The small, slim chassis and recessed power supply also contribute to the positive appearance of the device and its usability. Easy “point-and-click” mounting system allows switches to be mounted vertically or horizontally, even in previously impossible locations. The ProSAFE 8-port Gigabit Click Switch GSS108E is available for the recommended retail price US of $69.99. The 16 port unit GSS116E is priced at $169.99.
Netgear expanded its world-class network attached storage NAS portfolio with the introduction of the new ReadyNAS® 200 Series //netgear.com/home/products/connected-storage/readynas.aspx#tab-readynas200 for home and office. New items are designed specifically for those who need reliable storage for large amounts of data photos, videos, etc. .p. . The devices are available in two-disk and four-disk versions and can transfer files at speeds of up to 200 Mbytes per second. The ReadyNAS series offers automatic PC backup and Time Machine® backups on Mac® computers. Best-in-class storage for storing, streaming, and protecting your data, whether it’s photos, video, or anything else. The software heart of the ReadyNAS 200 is the ReadyNAS operating system OS 6 .2 that supports five levels of data protection and Netgear ReadyCLOUD technology for deploying and managing your own cloud storage . Netgear ReadyNAS 200 Series home NAS systems are expected to retail in late January for a recommended price US of $359.99 for the 2-disk model RN202 and $499.99 per 4-disk RN204 . Hard drives are sold separately. In America this product will be available at the end of Q1.
Fast, powerful and mobile WiFi
The premium 802 series has been particularly successful.11ac Nighthawk routers. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router R8000 and Nighthawk X4 AC2350 Smart WiFi Router R7500 received awards this year. And the third device in the series, the Nighthawk® AC1900 Smart WiFi Router R7000 – received a major upgrade this year. Nighthawk R7000 now supports Netgear ReadyCLOUD remote USB drive access and an enhanced version of Netgear genie software remote network management . In addition, the installation wizard has been significantly improved, making it even easier to configure the new router to work with the existing equipment of your ISP. New features can be added via a free firmware update available in January on the official Netgear website.
Also at CES 2015, Netgear announced an updated lineup of WiFi Range Extenders increases WiFi coverage : Netgear introduced three new products, including the Nighthawk® AC1900 WiFi Range Extender EX7000 recommended retail price in the US $169.99 . The repeater allows you to boost your 802 bandwidth.11ac network up to 1900 Mbps in dual-channel mode, making it the fastest and most powerful WiFi repeater on the market. The AC1200 WiFi Range Extender EX6150 was also introduced recommended U.S. retail price $119.99 and AC750 WiFi Range Extender – Essentials Edition EX3700 US recommended retail price $79.99 . With these WiFi repeaters, battling wireless dead spots is easy and enjoyable. All devices are powered by updated Netgear genie software, support hotspot capability, and have extensive configuration options including parental controls . New NETGEAR genie user interface automatically adjusts to the screen size of the device, from which you control WiFi repeater.
High quality connectivity for smart home devices
Also debuted at CES 2015 were the Netgear Powerline 1200 PL1200 adapter kits netgear.com/PL1200 and Powerline 1200 + Extra Outlet PLP1200 netgear.com/PLP1200 . The devices are powered by Powerline technology and can provide data transfer rates of up to 1.2 Gbps. Want to cut down on wires in the house by connecting every room to the network? The Powerline series is great for this. All you need is a few electrical outlets and a matching set of Powerline adapters. Both are HomePlug® AV2 compliant, offering twice the performance. With MIMO and Beamforming support the Powerline 1200 can transmit over much greater distances than before. They also provide enough bandwidth for 4K video streaming, lag-free online gaming and home video monitoring. Setting up and installing Powerline adapters is exceptionally easy, with a special LED indicator to let you know which of the nearby outlets is the best fit. Powerline-based home network can be expanded by combining up to 16 Powerline adapters. In addition, the Powerline 1200 + Extra Outlet adapters allow you to use the socket occupied by the device to power other electronic devices via the extra socket . New products automatically stop consuming power when not in use. Powerline 1200 Adapter Kit PL1200 will retail in Q1 2015 for a recommended retail price of $79.99 in the U.S. Powerline 1200 + Extra Outlet Adapter kit PLP1200 – priced at $89.99.
All devices mentioned above will start selling in America in 2015.
Nighthawk series devices are already available in American retail.
What specific smart mobile innovations did Netgear unveil at CES 2015?
Netgear unveiled several smart mobile innovations at CES 2015. One of the key highlights was the release of the Netgear AirCard 785, a mobile hotspot with advanced features like simultaneous dual-band Wi-Fi, extended battery life, and support for up to 15 Wi-Fi devices. They also showcased the Netgear Nighthawk M1, a mobile router that supports 4G LTE connectivity and offers ultra-fast download speeds of up to 1Gbps. Another innovation was the Netgear Trek N300, a portable Wi-Fi router that allows users to create their own Wi-Fi network or extend an existing one, making it convenient for travelers. Additionally, they introduced the Netgear NeoMediacast HDMI Dongle, which enables users to wirelessly stream content from their mobile devices to a TV. Overall, Netgear demonstrated their commitment to improving mobile connectivity and enhancing the user experience through these innovative products.
At CES 2015, Netgear unveiled several specific smart mobile innovations, including the Nighthawk X6 Tri-Band Wi-Fi router, which boasts faster speeds and better signal coverage for multiple devices. They also introduced the Arlo Smart Home Security Camera, a wireless camera system that can be controlled remotely through a mobile app. Additionally, Netgear showcased the NeoMediacast HDMI dongle, which allows users to stream videos and content from their mobile devices directly to their television. Overall, Netgear’s offerings at CES 2015 focused on improving connectivity, security, and convenience for users on-the-go.