Category: Connectivity & Internet Services

  • UniFi 5G Max OuTDOOR Review: High-Performance 5G Backup Internet for Home & Small Business

    UniFi 5G Max OuTDOOR Review: High-Performance 5G Backup Internet for Home & Small Business

    A real-world look at the UniFi 5G Max Outdoor, covering setup, UK 5G band support, failover behaviour, CGNAT considerations and ongoing SIM costs.

  • Why More Expensive Wi-Fi Routers and Access Points Don’t Increase Range

    Why More Expensive Wi-Fi Routers and Access Points Don’t Increase Range

    Jump to the relevant section Why Buying Bigger Hardware Doesn’t Fix Coverage Wi-Fi range vs router power is one of the most misunderstood topics in home networking. When coverage is poor, it’s easy to assume the solution is to buy a bigger, more expensive router or access point and expect the signal to travel further as…

  • THE STATE OF UK FIBRE TO THE HOME IN 2025

    THE STATE OF UK FIBRE TO THE HOME IN 2025

    The UK’s full-fibre rollout looks impressive on paper, but the reality is far more complex. This deep dive explores where the rollout really stands in 2025, why alt-nets are under pressure, how government funding has shifted, and what realistic broadband options — from FTTP and 5G to Starlink and leased lines — actually make sense…