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New Unify AC Wireless Access Points at (apparently) great prices

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See https://www.ubnt.com/unifi/unifi-ac/

Just released by UBNT.

 

Introducing the New UniFi AC Access Points

Available in four models, the new UniFi AC AP features up to 5x faster speeds to support high-density Wi-Fi networks. [up to 450 Mbps in 2.4Ghz, 1300 Mbps in 5Ghz]

  • Up to 3x3 MIMO, 802.11ac, Dual-Concurrent Radio Technology
  • Advanced RF: Spectral Analysis, Band Steering, and Airtime Fairness
  • New Industrial Design for Versatile and Seamless Wall/Ceiling Mounting
  • Android and iOS Easy Setup Mobile Application Support
  • Powerful Features for Enterprise, Hospitality, and Education Markets

Unconfirmed prices at MSRP Lite $89, LR $109, Pro $149, EDU $399

A significant upgrade from current models at a much lower price (or similar).

EDU model apparently includes a built-in speaker that can be controlled from a mobile phone. Geared towards schools, could be an interesting option for large homes...

 

Apparently shipping next week for availability two weeks from now (according a rep in the UBNT forum)

 

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Great! Been looking to replace my Apple Airport Extreme, but the current $299(ish) per AC access point price was a little high (especially for 3 indoor + 2 outdoor AC Units). If those prices are right, Im definitely in!

Anyway thanks for sharing!

You may not need a 1:1 replacement though. They have much better coverage.

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The pricing is very attractive on these. Hopefully they are able to keep them in stock and get them shipped out quickly, as this seems to be a common problem when Ubiquiti drops a new product.

 

I have the original UAP's and 1 of the first-gen AC AP's in my house now and look forward to replacing them with these new ones.

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You have them ? And is there any harm in more units or just overkill ?

I have one it covers my entire apartment through steel frame and plumbing and core risers and ft+ thick external brick walls.

The a gen 5 airport did not, not even close. And that was better than the asus it replaced.

More units could result in overlapping signals. If you properly place the units on 1. 6 and 11 you should avoid that though.

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