As a home lab enthusiast, I want my servers to perform at their best while also considering energy efficiency. When evaluating the energy efficiency of RAID-like storage technologies, key factors include active drive count, redundancy overhead, workload patterns, drive sleep capabilities, and file system efficiency. Below is a structured analysis of technologies and configurations, tailored … Read more
The EnGenius ECW516L is a cloud-managed tri-band Wi-Fi 7 access point designed for small to medium-sized businesses. It operates across the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz frequency bands, offering combined wireless speeds of up to 13.7 Gbps. This access point is part of the Cloud AP Lite Series, which offers a reduced feature … Read more
NETGEAR has announced the launch of its latest WiFi 7 mesh system, the Orbi 870 Series. This new offering expands NETGEAR’s existing lineup of WiFi 7 mesh systems, providing users with more options to meet their home networking needs. Key Features of the Orbi 870 Series High-Speed Performance The Orbi 870 Series boasts impressive speeds, … Read more
The Netgear Nighthawk RS600 sits in an interesting position within Netgear’s WiFi 7 router lineup, offering similar performance to the flagship RS700S but at £300 less. With dual 10GbE ports and impressive throughput capabilities, it presents compelling value for users seeking high-performance networking. Key Specifications: 6GHz Performance: The RS600 achieved excellent results in close range: … Read more
BT Broadband is the largest ISP in the UK, and they also operate Plusnet, which they bought out in 2007. It is believed that BT have over 9 million customers, and they also own Openreach, which is the main provider of ADSL and Fibre broadband connection in the UK. Predicted Speeds If you have just … Read more
The eufyCam 2C is one of the best wire-free cameras I have used, and what I still used myself until I upgraded to to the newer eufyCam 3C. The Blink XT, a budget camera, used to be my top choice for a long time, and the Blink XT2 came out last year with better battery … Read more
Netgear has launched its inaugural Wi-Fi 7 router, the Nighthawk RS700S, which aims to provide consumers with a future-proof device that can handle emerging multi-gigabit Internet speeds. Priced at £800, it’s certainly a premium router, but the exceptional wireless performance and advanced features help validate the lofty price tag. Overview of Key Specifications As Netgear’s … Read more
Matter is designed to increase compatibility among smart home devices and to enhance the reliability of connections. Here are FAQs that can help consumers and enthusiasts get a clearer picture: For more discussions on smart home and consumer technology, check out the new Mighty Gadget Google Group.
With a reputation solidified in the arenas of laptops, monitors, and desktop PCs, Acer’s venture into the GPU market marked a significant stride, showcased by the Acer Predator BiFrost Intel Arc A770. However, the expansive Acer portfolio does not halt there; it stretches into various other territories including air purification with the Acer Acerpure Air … Read more
The Raspberry Pi series has continually evolved, each iteration accompanied by notable enhancements whilst maintaining a competitive cost-performance ratio. The latest entrant, the Raspberry Pi 5, underscores this trajectory, manifesting a significant leap in processing speed and graphical capabilities compared to its predecessor, the Raspberry Pi 4. The Raspberry Pi 4 has found a substantial … Read more