Optus has tapped Asus for the rollout of its new consumer router fleet.
In a deal which will see the telco push into gaming, streaming and the connected home, Optus will be using Asus’ DSL-AX5400 Dual Band WiFi 6 xDSL Modem Router.
The device itself is a step up in gaming from what the telco was previously offering and will work with DSL and NBN connections it also allows more devices to be connected to the network.
Optus will still offer its mid-range and hi-end re-branded Sagemcom routers to retail broadband customers. CRN understands that the Asus device will be sold as a premium option for gaming focussed consumers.
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