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Loading ...The Pitch: Actiontec Electronics says that the NextGen Mega Plug can turn any electrical outlet into a high-speed internet connection with speeds up to 200Mbps. The device allows a user to instantly network TiVo, PS3s, Xbox 360s, and other multimedia-intensive devices. Up to 16 MegaPlug adapters can be added throughout the home.
Pros: You can instantly network multimedia-intensive devices without having to string wires around your home, worry about signal strength, or have any networking knowledge.
Cons: Price: The two device set is $169.99. Most devices come with Wi-Fi built-in or can use a standard Wi-Fi adapter, so this seems a bit pricey.
Recommendation: I like the idea of networking with ease via an electrical outlet. Networking is still something that scares a lot of people, so Actiontec may have found a nice niche with the NextGen Mega Plug. These types of plugs been around for a while but haven’t handled multimedia in the past. For these reasons I recommend it move on in the competition.
