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The idea is simple enough. Create a \u2018box\u2019 that integrates Internet and phone services into one package and which also goes beyond what you might expect to find in the average ADSL broadband modem.<\/p>\n

The good news is (for those who don\u2019t have the attention span to keep reading) iiNet has definitely done their homework and come up with a decent offering with BoB2<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Out of the box, it was good to find that the BoB2 actually came with everything you need to get up and running quickly. In fact, I have to admit to foolishly rummaging through my big box of assorted computer cables and other various components (c\u2019mon we all have one of those) for a spare ADSL line filter\u2026only to find that, yes, there was one inside the BoB2. package along with a phone and Ethernet cable.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m possibly one of the few people left on the planet who still reads the manuals that come with gadgets and while setting up the BoB2 is easy for a stress-free setup, I have to recommend the \u201cRead This First\u201d booklet \u2013 or, if you need someone to talk you through it, you could always call the customer support number on the fridge magnet that\u2019s also in the box.<\/p>\n

Paperwork and various comprehensive manuals aside, let\u2019s talk about the actual hardware. Again, iiNet has managed to tick all the boxes in terms of the aesthetics of the BoB2. Although, my initial thought was that it didn\u2019t feel very solid and perhaps the handset cradle could have been attached in a more robust fashion.<\/p>\n

You can\u2019t go wrong with black. However, like my Playstation Portable, I think the BoB2 with it\u2019s glossy finish will soon be covered in fingermarks. But then it\u2019s nothing a soft cloth can\u2019t fix.<\/p>\n

In terms of connectivity, the BoB2 is well and truly ready to take on a load. Along with the obvious phone line input for your ADSL connection, you\u2019ll find four wired 10\/100 Ethernet ports (Gigabit would have been nice but this will be fine for most users), \u2018N\u2019 standard wireless connection, wired phone handset socket and a USB port to connect and power the wireless handset cradle. Additionally, there are two other USB ports \u2013 one tucked under the back cover that supports the connection of a 3G USB modem and another on the right side that can either be used to connect a network storage device or to power another USB device \u2013 for example you could use this to charge up your mobile phone.<\/p>\n

To round off the BoB2 package, iiNet has also built an answering machine into the device. Possibly a useful feature, but i figure if you can\u2019t get me on the phone you\u2019ll text, email, Facebook, instant message or track me down in a Google+ hangout.<\/p>\n

BoB2<\/strong> is available to new and existing iiNet customers at www.iinet.net.au<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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