Wi-Fi Direct – wifi router review 2010

Wi-Fi Direct is a new wireless technology that was designed to connect devices anytime, anywhere. Without having to set up a Wi-Fi router the users will be able to transfer content between Wi-Fi-enabled devices in their home or office.

On Oct. 25, industry association Wi-Fi Alliance began certifying consumer electronic gadgets that can connect directly to other Wi-Fi devices.

Wi-Fi Direct

Devices marked with the new Wi-Fi Direct label will be able to connect older Wi-Fi devices. Mobile phones, cameras, printers, PCs and gaming devices can now connect to each other directly to transfer content and share applications.

With Wi-Fi Direct, you do not need an access point or internet connection your personal Wi-Fi network goes with you wherever you go.Devices can make a one-to-one connection, or a group of several devices can connect simultaneously.

How it works?

Your Wi-Fi Direct device will signal to other devices in the area that it can make a connection. You can view available devices and ask them to connect, or you might receive an invitation to connect to another Wi-Fi Direct device.

Chipmakers including Intel, Broadcom and Atheros have already announced Wi-Fi Direct products. If Wi-Fi Direct takes off, Bluetooth’s future may be murky.