That's an Alien! Meet the D-Link AC1900 EXO Wi-Fi Router (DIR-879). With built-in power amplifiers and 11AC Dual Band Wi-Fi, the DIR-879 delivers fast Wi-Fi connectivity, all for under $150.
"With the new AC1900 EXO Wi-Fi Router, users can enjoy the extremely fast speeds of 11AC Wi-Fi and proudly display their network hardware," said Steven Olen, director of product marketing at D-Link. "The EXO series was built for Wi-Fi users who want great performance, premium-design and style at an incredibly affordable price."
Additional features and capabilities of the AC1900 Wi-Fi Router (DIR-879) include:
- 11AC Wi-Fi Dual Band Connectivity - Speeds up to 1300 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and 600 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band
- High Power Amplifiers - Provide wider coverage throughout your home
- Smart Connect - Automatically assigns connected devices to the best possible band for optimal Wi-Fi performance
- Intelligent QoS - Traffic optimization delivers seamless performance for your applications
- Wi-Fi Protected Setup - Push button to easily connect devices to the wireless network
- Backwards Compatible - Works with existing Wi-Fi devices (802.11n/g)
- Wireless Encryption - Uses WPA or WPA2 security
- Easy Setup - Get online in minutes with the Quick Router Setup (QRS) mobile app
Availability and Pricing
The AC1900 EXO Wi-Fi Router (DIR-879) is available now for $149.99 throughout D-Link's vast network of retail and e-tail outlets. Detailed specifications are available online at D-Link's website.
Update, the router seems to have been out and available for a few months already.
