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Orbi-Firm Updates
This may seem like a silly question but... the router is a premium product. Why are the firmware updates so hard to install? Its almost 2020 and all major brands do auto updates. It sounds seems like ...
CrimpOn wrote:Firmware updates are only one of a bunch of factors to consider (coverage, number of ethernet ports, how it does VPN, etc. etc.).
I agree without equivocation. Other than performance and number of ports, the primary consideration for me was simply the ability to manage my Orbi system using a web interface (browser UI or whatever).
I believe the vast majority of the other mesh systems require an app and I will NOT fool around trying to change settings, etc., using an app on my iPhone.
Speaking of firmware, where is the new firmware promised "soon" and in early December? Could one of mods please get an update on when when can expect the new fixed firmware?