1.5 miles – that is definitely some distance when you talk about a wireless signal. In fact, hotels and other public spaces that want to offer Wi-Fi connectivity will definitely scramble to read all about Amped Wireless, where the company has rolled out a 600mW amplifier and a high-gain bi-directional antenna in the form of its SR600EX Pro Smart Repeater – and so far, Amped Wireless claims this little device is capable of expanding the range of your Internet transmissions by up to a massive 1.5 miles. Apart from that, the device will also sport a couple of additional network ports for other devices. Obviously this is a device that was designed to cater for large buildings, or even for purposes that require plenty of space around.

As for the AP600EX Pro Access Point, this particular puppy is capable of sitting quietly and obediently on the end of a wired network while performing a similar function for building-to-building connections. Regardless of which model you purchase, they will come with a 30-foot power-over-Ethernet cable will cost $180 apiece. [Press Release]

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