Qualcomm Atheros launches Killer Wireless products

Qualcomm Atheros has introduced the Killer Wireless-N 1202 Wi-Fi module with Bluetooth connectivity and the Killer E2200 gigabit Ethernet controller. The two products are designed to provide improved performance and advanced control by automatically classifying and prioritising gaming, video and audio network data to provide an online entertainment experience. The Killer Wireless-N 1202 high-performance, 2×2 MIMO Wi-Fi module introduces Bluetooth, providing users with the ability to play online games or stream media while simultaneously having Bluetooth connectivity. The Killer E2200 Ethernet controller is an adaptive gigabit Ethernet controller that supports online gaming and online media performance. Both the Killer Wireless-N 1202 and the Killer E2200 offer performance for all online applications through Killer’s exclusive Advanced Stream Detect technology, which identifies and prioritises all network traffic. All Killer technology ships with the exclusive Killer Network Manager, giving users the power to set priorities for all network applications, increase or reduce the bandwidth each application uses, or block an application entirely. The Killer Wireless-N 1202 high-performance Wi-Fi module will be available in May. The Killer E2200 high-performance Ethernet controller is available now.