Networking company D-Link today announced it is now shipping the spherical AC1900 Wi-Fi USB Adapter (DWA-192). Designed to bring faster speeds and extended range to laptops and desktop PCs, the DWA-192 boasts 3×3 internal antennas, operation on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz, and speeds of up to 1900Mbps.
The new adapter is ideal for use in larger homes and for users who need a faster Wi-Fi connection. The AC1900 Adapter is backward compatible with 802.11n/g/a technology and works with all brands of Wi-Fi routers and range extenders making it a simple way to upgrade a laptop or desktop PC to 11AC speeds.
The AC1900 Wi-Fi USB Adapter also features Advanced AC SmartBeam technology, which directs bandwidth to improve the Wi-Fi signal between the connected router and the DWA-192. SmartBeam provides a faster connection for the laptop or desktop that is connected to the USB adapter for HD gaming and streaming, activities sensitive to lag.
The adapter works on Windows 7 and newer, as well as OS X 10.8 and above. Retail price for the DWA-192 is $100.
