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  1. Android News

    Google WiFi app gets updated with new LAN settings

    The Google WiFi app got an update that allows you to customize LAN settings including router IP, subnet, and DHCP address pool. It also allows you to postpone a Family WiFi schedule even after it has started.
  2. Android News

    Google Wifi now available in Denmark, Finland, Netherlands, Norway, and Sweden

    Up until recently, the Google Wifi router and mesh network system was only available in 7 countries on the Google Store: Australia, Canada, France, Germany, New Zealand, the UK, and the USA. You can now add Denmark, Finland, the Netherlands, Norway, and Sweden to the list.
  3. Android News

    Google WiFi adds site blocking feature

    Google WiFi now gives you the ability to block specific sites. This is a great tool for parents wanting to restrict their kids' browsing.
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    Deal: Get a Google Wifi 3-pack and Home together for just $358

    The Google Store has a great sale going on. While supplies last, you can pick up a Google Wifi 3-pack and a Google Home for just $358 total, a full $70 off their normal prices.
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    Google Home and Wifi will launch in Australia July 20th

    Google Home and Google WiFi will launch July 20th in Australia. Google Home will be available for $199 AUD ($157.05 USD) from the Google Store, JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, Officeworks, The Good Guys, Telstra, Optus, and Qantas Store. Wifi will go for $199 AUD for a single-pack and $499 AUD...
  6. Android News

    The GaleForce project will allow you to root your Google WiFi

    Google Wifi came out last year to join the increasingly competitive mesh router market. It has a competitive price compared to the competition, and we found the performance to be solid. It might be nice if it had a few more features, though, right? That's where the GaleForce project comes in...
  7. Android News

    DEAL: Get the Google WiFi for just $99 from Amazon

    After seeing the 3-pack on sale for Amazon Prime Day, the single-pack Google WiFi is now on sale for just $99.99, down from the retail price of $129.
  8. Android News

    Google WiFi launches in France and Germany

    Folks in France and Germany can now buy Google WiFi. These mesh routers allow you to spread strong WiFi signal to every corner of your home.
  9. Android News

    Google WiFi could be coming to France as soon as Monday

    The Google France Google+ page teased that a surprise would be coming on Monday. This had led to speculation that Google WiFi will finally be made available in the country.
  10. Android News

    Latest Google WiFi and OnHub update adds support for IPv6 and more

    Google just started rolling out a new firmware update for Google WiFi and their OnHub devices that bring their versions up to 9460.40.5 and come with the following changes. . . - IPv6: You can now enable Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) on Google Wifi - Family Wi-Fi: Warning appears when...
  11. Android News

    DEAL: Newegg has a 3-pack of Google WiFi priced at $260 with a coupon

    If you head on over to Newegg right now, you can see they have a 3-pack of Google WiFi priced at $280, but if you can get $20 off if you use the coupon code EMCSRFDR3 at checkout.
  12. Android News

    Google lists Google WiFi as having an 8MP front camera

    A unique landing page has been discovered on the Google WiFi product page at an appspot.com domain address. When looking at the spec sheet, Google is listing a front camera with "8MP, f/2.4 aperture, 1080p video" listed in the details.
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    Google WiFi has launched in Canada for $179

    Google WiFi has launched in Canada for $179 or you can purchase a three-pack for $439. However, this is quite a price jump over what Google WiFi is priced at in the States ($129/$299).
  14. Android News

    Latest update to Google WiFi is causing some units to stop working until rebooted

    Some people on Google's product forums say the update to version 9202.35.8 has caused their Google WiFi unit to stop working. They describe the LED ring turning completely blue and not allowing devices to connect to it.
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    The FCC is testing a new version of Google WiFi that doesn't support ZigBee

    ZigBee is an IoT protocol that is available in the current version of Google WiFi as well as their OnHub routers. However, a new version of Google WiFi is passing through the FCC that doesn't include support for ZigBee.
  16. Android News

    The Google Wifi app now shows meshed and wired state for each access point

    Google has updated the Google WiFi app in the Play Store which now shows the status of both meshed and wired connections.
  17. Android News

    Google Wifi adds Scheduled Pause feature

    Google is upgrading Google Wifi with a new family feature: scheduled pauses. You can set a time that internet access will be paused, such as during dinner time or before bed.
  18. Android News

    Google Home and Google Wifi to make their UK debut on April 6

    Google Home and Google WiFi will finally be making their way to the UK. The two devices will go on sale in the UK on April 6 for £129. The Google WiFi 2-pack will sell for £229.
  19. Android News

    Google acknowledges an issue with Google WiFi that prevents you from connecting

    Some Google WiFi owners are having trouble connecting to their wireless network that Google WiFi provides. The company says they're investigating the issue, it is not only affecting Google WiFi, but says it wasn't from a new update (even though they did push out an update recently).
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    Google says they're aware of the data count bug with OnHub and Google WiFi

    The application that Google uses to monitor and interact with your OnHub/Google WiFi network has a feature that will count the amount of data being transferred across a network. However, there's a bug that makes this app display the wrong number here. Google has acknowledged the issue and says...
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    Mini review of Google WiFi says it will likely eliminate some key pain points of the connected home

    Engadget just published a quick review of new WiFi solution provided by Google, and they felt it will be great for most people. Pros - Simple setup - Modular design for better coverage - Family-friendly control features - Modern design Cons - No web interface - Lacks some advanced...
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    Google is ready to take over your living room needs

    Jerry from Android Central takes a look at all the strides Google made to take over your living room, including the release of Google Home, Google WiFi, and the new Chromecast.
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    How the Google OnHub router affects your Google WiFi network

    Jerry from Android Central takes a look at how network performance is affected when combining the Google OnHub router to your Google WiFi network.
  24. Android News

    Google WiFi is back in stock

    Google has replenished the stock of Google WiFi in its own store. The company currently has the single pack for $129, or the 3-pack for $299.
  25. Android News

    Google Wifi Setup Tips & Tricks

    Jerry from Android Central takes a look at the steps needed to setup Google WiFi for the first time, and has compiled a list of the best tips & tricks to make for a painless process.