Google announces Asus-made OnHub router; rolls out first software update for the platform

BY Rajesh Pandey

Published 27 Oct 2015

Why trust Greenbot

We maintain a strict editorial policy dedicated to factual accuracy, relevance, and impartiality. Our content is written and edited by top industry professionals with first-hand experience. The content undergoes thorough review by experienced editors to guarantee and adherence to the highest standards of reporting and publishing.

Asus OnHub

A couple of months after releasing the first OnHub router, Google is back with the Asus OnHub. The Asus-made OnHub router is similar to the original TP-Link OnHub router, except that its design tapers towards the top.

The Asus OnHub router features the same multi-dimensional antenna setup as the original TP-Link-made OnHub, though it does not feature an antenna reflector found on the latter. It does, however, come with Wave Control that allows you to boost the Wi-Fi speed/bandwidth to a particular device by simply waving your hand on top of the router.

Play

In addition to the Asus’ OnHub router, Google also announced the first software update for the original TP-Link OnHub. The update does not bring any major changes though, and Google only says that it brings “several performance improvements, including a new smart antenna algorithm.” This new algorithm will automatically select the best combination of antennas for a device depending on its location and orientation.

The Asus-made OnHub router is available for pre-order in the United States for $219.99.

[Via Google Blog]