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CONNECT EVERYWHERE For most people, wi-fi is the way to go when it comes to connecting to the internet at home – it’s easy and reliable. But wi-fi doesn’t work especially well through multiple walls, making it hard to get full-home coverage. That’s where mesh wi-fi comes in, with Google’s Nest wi-fi system leading the pack of solutions that

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deliver fast, high-speed wi-fi across the entire home, without needing cables or complicated setup. For someone whose home is their office, a mesh network system is the perfect whole-house tech upgrade! If you’re an online gamer, though, you’ll already know about the value of fast, ultra- reliable connection, and how the generic router that came with your internet plan can undermine everything from fast game downloads to glitch-free connections to game servers (as well as reliable high-speed streaming, whether you’re creating content or watching it). A quality router should be the heart of any gamer’s internet setup, and with Wi-Fi 6 already supported by the PlayStation 5, going with a router that can deliver the fastest possible wireless speeds makes for a great gaming experience.

Netgear Nighthawk XR1000 Wi-Fi 6 Gaming Router For the best gaming connection possible. $549

What to Buy:

Google Nest 3-Pack Fast router and two mesh access points for whole-home coverage. $549

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Wi-fi mesh networking is still subject to things that block radio waves, such as those pesky walls. Experiment with placement of the mesh wi-fi nodes to find ways around obstacles in the home – and if needed, add more nodes to expand your coverage.

ACCESSORISE ME! We all have that friend or family member who’s always rushing out to get the latest tech gadgets, being the first wit the newest phones, tablets and computers. They can seem like the most difficult people to find gifts for – until you take a look at the brilliant range of useful tech accessories that help to add some bling to their tech things – or just make using them much easier. Tablets can be a pain to type on, but click an iPad into an add-on keyboard and it becomes a computer that’s

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just as much at home on a desk as out on the road. A desk stand for a laptop can make a huge difference to its usability at home – and add a wireless keyboard to the mix for the ultimate home and mobile computer combo. And of course, a quality wireless mouse completes the setup. Sticking with wireless for a headset brings immersive sound for music and games – but can double as a headset for online meetings and mobile phone calls.

Microsoft Modern USB Headset $89

JLab Go Work Wireless Headset $119

What to Buy:

Logitech C922 Webcam $199

Logitech MX Master 3 Wireless Mouse $149

Microsoft Ergo Wired Combo $129

Twelve South Curve SE Stand for Laptops $79

Logitech Combo Touch Case for iPad Air 4th Gen $299.95

Modern Mobile Mice $54 ea

Logitech MX Keys Wireless Illuminated Keyboard $199

Bonelk Elevate Laptop Stand $99

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