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Android users enjoy additional features regarding the tools/utilities of their device with this app

Android users enjoy additional features regarding the tools/utilities of their device with this app

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Program license: Free

Developer: NETGEAR Inc.

Version: 3.1.28

Works under: Android

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Program license

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Free

Developer

Version

NETGEAR Inc.

3.1.28

Works under:

Android

Pros

  • Easily monitor and control your home network
  • Access shared files
  • Quickly grant and revoke guest privileges

Cons

  • Doesn’t work with all NETGEAR products
  • Steep learning curve for advanced features

Take full control of your router and home network with the NETGEAR Genie mobile app.

While most NETGEAR hardware can be accessed through a browser dashboard, there may come a point when you want to control your router and modem with your smartphone. NETGEAR Genie is a lightweight mobile app that gives you full access to a variety of NETGEAR products. With this app, you will be able to keep an eye on your network traffic, block users, set passwords, and even reset the system if any problems occur.

Downloading and setting up NETGEAR Genie should only take you a few minutes as long as your NETGEAR devices are already up and running. Once you have installed the app, you can automatically pair it to your router and modem as long as you are on the same network. From there, you can monitor, manage, and repair your home network. After the initial connection has been made, you will even be able to access those features when you aren’t home.

Getting used to the Genie dashboard might take a few minutes, but NETGEAR has released a few free tutorials that should help you learn the basics. In addition to setting parental controls and monitoring which devices are on your network, you can also use that app to access shared files. For tech-savvy individuals. NETGEAR Genie has an analysis tool as well, and that feature lets you take a look at exactly what type of data is being uploaded and downloaded.

Pros

  • Easily monitor and control your home network
  • Access shared files
  • Quickly grant and revoke guest privileges

Cons

  • Doesn’t work with all NETGEAR products
  • Steep learning curve for advanced features