Linksys is also adding Beamforming technology to all new 802.11ac routers to deliver better network range and faster Wi-Fi speeds in the home.

ENGADGET: Linksys reveals a trio of 802.11ac WiFi routers with beamforming, and a USB adapter to match

You'll see even more improvement in WiFi performance and reliability when you connect your R6300 Router to a PC or laptop configured with an A6200 Adapter or with an 802.11ac device with Beamforming support.

ENGADGET: Netgear 802.11ac update adds beamforming, delivers up to 60 percent faster WiFi

Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers with Beamforming technology will precisely adjust, steer and monitor the direction and shape of the Wi-Fi signals in order to send data back and forth over the optimal path, resulting in up to two times the speed of routers without this technology in place.

ENGADGET: Linksys reveals a trio of 802.11ac WiFi routers with beamforming, and a USB adapter to match

"Beamforming is the next big thing in WiFi signal technology, and NETGEAR is proud to bring it to you on our market-leading 802.11ac wireless products. 802.11ac is the wireless standard you need to support the increasingly heavy demands on your network for voice, video and data, " said Sandeep Harpalani , NETGEAR director of product marketing for retail networking products.

ENGADGET: Netgear 802.11ac update adds beamforming, delivers up to 60 percent faster WiFi