Comcast’s New Router Stays Connected During Power Outages

Comcast has a new router, and it’s designed to stay connected to the internet during storms when there are power outages. Comcast’s Storm-Ready Wi-Fi device, announced Tuesday, costs $7 a month for 36 months, and doubles as a Wi-Fi extender.  It’s connected to the Xfinity 10G network, and when the power goes out, the router’s… Continue reading Comcast’s New Router Stays Connected During Power Outages

Worried About Power Outages? This Portable Solar Panel and Battery Can Help

When high winds took down power lines and left my family in the dark last March — twice — our difficulties were eased by a large battery we used to run our broadband router and charge phones. But with no way of knowing when power would come back on, I watched closely as its remaining… Continue reading Worried About Power Outages? This Portable Solar Panel and Battery Can Help