Netgear Unveils What It Calls First Retail DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem Router

Netgear announced what it called the first DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem-router. The Nighthawk X4S supports the fastest internet speed tier offered by Comcast Xfinity and other ISPs, said the company. Its beamforming-plus technology is said to boost speed, reliability and range for Wi-Fi mobile devices operating in the 2.4-5GHz bands.