Apple rolls feature-packed 802.11n mobile base station

Bernard Cole
iApplianceWeb
(03/17/08, 8:15 AM GMT)

Cupertino, Ca. – Wasting no time following the recent approval by the IEEE of the latest version of the 802.11n wireless standard, Apple has just unveiled the AirPort Express mobile base station.

Designed for simple home installation as well as mobility, it is a 6.7-ounce device that includes a built-in capability for downloading iTunes content. It can also be plugged into a wall for wireless Internet connectivity on the road.

Designed specifically for use with Apple's iTunes, it features built-in combo digital and analog connectors that enable home stereos and powered speakers to be connected to it.

Remote speakers are detected automatically for display on a pop-up list so the AirTunes feature can stream music from the computer to the AirPort Express base station.

The multiple AirPort Express base stations can be arranged with each connected to powered speakers.

Priced at $99, the AirPort Express works with both Macs and PCs, connects wirelessly with printers, and can handle up to 10 simultaneous users.

It also safeguards data on networked computers with support for Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2), 128-WEP encryption, and a built-in firewall.

To learn more, go to www.apple.com. 

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