NETGEAR has launched the Nighthawk RS700, the first WiFi 7 router, offering speeds of up to 19Gbps and support for up to 200 devices, designed to meet the growing demands of hyper-connected homes. Equipped with comprehensive security and a sleek design, the RS700 is set to redefine home networking performance.
10 September 2024 – NETGEAR®, Inc., a global leader in connected technology solutions, has introduced the Nighthawk RS700, the industry’s first WiFi 7 router. This latest addition to the award-winning Nighthawk series represents a major leap in wireless performance, delivering unprecedented speeds of up to 19Gbps, powered by Broadcom’s BCM6726/3 WiFi 7 system on a chip (SOC). With more than 25 years of WiFi innovation, NETGEAR is once again at the forefront of technological advancement, ensuring homes can handle the growing demands of connected devices and bandwidth-intensive activities.
As internet speeds continue to increase and households become more reliant on 4K/8K video streaming, AR/VR applications, and online gaming, WiFi 7 brings faster speeds, lower latency, and greater capacity. The tri-band RS700 router is designed to significantly reduce latency, enabling real-time responsiveness and smooth performance across multiple devices, including AR/VR gaming and UHD Zoom calls.
Equipped with a 10Gb internet port and both wired and wireless options, the RS700 is ready to support the fastest internet speeds available. Additionally, it features comprehensive security through NETGEAR Armor™ powered by Bitdefender®, offering protection for all connected devices in the home, including IoT products like security cameras and baby monitors.
Sporting a new, slim design with 360-degree coverage, the RS700 offers superior range, covering up to 3,500 square feet and supporting up to 200 devices simultaneously. The innovative antenna design ensures optimized performance across all home layouts, from single-story homes to multi-level buildings. NETGEAR’s decades of radio frequency expertise ensure a compact yet powerful solution that fits seamlessly into any home environment.
David Henry, president & GM of Connected Home Products and Services at NETGEAR, emphasized the importance of this innovation, stating, “With the launch of our Nighthawk RS700 Router, we’re setting the pace for the next generation of WiFi. This router is engineered for maximum performance, ensuring our customers get the best possible experience.”
With its cutting-edge technology, robust security features, and sleek design, the RS700 is a major milestone in WiFi innovation, ready to meet the demands of modern households.
