Firmware V2.1.1.16 auto update

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DarrenM wrote:

yes the reboot and disconnect issues are all being investigated.

 

DarrenM

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I am not facing any issues yet with 2.1.1.16. That being said, speaking of Auto Update, I think Netgear should allow users to disable automatic firmware updates; instead just send them a notification via the Orbi app and email (e.g.) stating that a new firmware is available with a link to the release notes and let users decide if they want to upgrade based on the benefits of the new firmware.

I realize it is a double-edged sword given important updates like the KRACK patch and MAJOR performance improvements e.g. where auto update ensures everyone gets the update, even people who are not tech savvy and who would not update on their own.

However, when stability issues come into play (I am not facing any luckily), auto update can be frustrating someime staking a well working system and impacting its connection stability. I have family members using routers who would need help from other family members / friends to download an older version of the firmware and update it for them, so this is especially frustrating in those situations. This is exarcerbated in case where non tech savvy family members live far away.