Samsung today is announcing an updated version of its Wifi product line. The company partnered with Palo Alto-based Plume Design to provide software that powers the devices. According to Samsung, Plume’s platform uses artificial intelligence to allocate bandwidth across connected devices while delivering the best possible wifi coverage throughout a home. Plus, by using Plume, […]
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Plume’s SuperPods make a good case for turning WiFi into a subscription
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Plume SuperPods
$199 (plus $60/year subscription)
The Good
Fast WiFi connections throughout your house • Good range • Gorgeous design • Easy-to-use app
The Bad
Larger pods take up more space • Subscribing to WiFi is a tough sell
The Bottom Line
If you’re still using a regular router, the Plume SuperPods will be a big upgrade… as long as you’re willing to subscribe to your own WiFi.
Mashable Score3.75
Cool Factor4.0
Learning Curve4.0
Performance5.0
Bang for the Buck2.0
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