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Apple AirPort Express with AirTunes review

7.8

Editors' Rating

Very Good

7.9

Members' Rating

Very Good

Typical price:£ 99

Verdict

The AirPort Express is among the very best wireless-networking devices we've seen for Mac or Windows, but its lack of computer-free control limits its unique ability to stream iTunes music... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Windows and Apple compatible
  • Works as a USB print server
  • Streams digital music via iTunes
  • Excellent performance
  • WDS capable

Cons

  • No browser-based configuration
  • No SPI firewall
  • Lacks configurable port filtering
  • No built-in interface for audio control

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Member Opinion

7.9

Average Member Rating

Very Good

7 Members have reviewed this product

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Anonymous

Anonymous

Only a open USB interface is missing

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9.5

Spectacular


Neil Benson

Neil Benson

Don't believe Apple's hype

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6.0

Good


Anonymous

Anonymous

One of the best products to come out in 2004!

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8.5

Excellent


Rex Hudson

Rex Hudson

Airport Express does the job flawlessly

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8.5

Excellent


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