Google's OnHub router interchangeable shells are available in white-and-gold cover, a black-and-silver one, and a bamboo. (Photo : Twitter)
Google's OnHub router gets a beautiful and organized makeover with customized shells. The first two OnHub routers of Google has only one goal and that is to make the WiFi network at home stronger, simpler and more beautiful experience.
Google's OnHub router is designed to be a simpler alternative to traditional routers. The networking device can be set up in a matter of minutes via a mobile app, from which users do everything from analyze traffic flow to see who's connecting to the network.
OnHub routers are built in partnership with TP-Link. To further improve, the company creates customisable shells, according to Engadget. Customers can now buy three new interchangeable shells for the TP-Link version of OnHub, which will cost $29 to $39, depending on the version. They are available in white-and-gold cover, a black-and-silver one, and a bamboo. one.
If customers do not like three new interchangeable shells, Google encourages them to design their own. PC Mag reported. The search engine giant offers a DIY option, called the Maker Packet, that will allow current OnHub owners to customize the look and feel of their OnHub cases.
The company has launched OnHub Makers, an online gallery showcasing what some of the world's most creative shells already done with the Maker Packet. The OnHub team is also encouraging people to mod their existing router housings and, if 3D printer is accessible, to create their own from scratch.
Currently, the OnHub customization option is available only on the TP-Link-built model. Google also offers an OnHub built by Asus, but it seems that it will not be part of the Maker Packet just yet.
Google unveiled its first OnHub device this past August before revealing a second model with a slightly different design from Asus in October. Both devices feature a more modern, cylindrical-shaped design that is meant to be put right out in the open.
