Apple Time Capsule
Effortlessly back up your digital life with the Apple Time Capsule, a seamless wireless hard drive designed to work with Time Machine in OS X. This device also functions as a high-performance Wi-Fi base station, featuring the latest 802.11AC technology for ultrafast wireless speeds and simultaneous dual-band support. Its elevated design and six antennas ensure a stronger, clearer signal throughout your home, making it a powerful and convenient solution for automatic, wireless backups of all your Mac computers.
$100.00
Owner Satisfaction
3.7
/ 5
Category Rank
210
/ 220
#210 in Network Storage Systems
Price vs Category Average
-93%
Below average
Capacity
23
/ TB or TB
Who it's for
- Effortless Time Machine Backup
- Dual-Purpose Convenience
- Signature Apple Simplicity
Who should skip it
- Obsolete Technology Standards
- Limited Configurability
- Premium Price Point
Key Specs
Capacity
2TB or 3TB
Dimensions
6.6-Inch height; 3.85-Inch square base
Wi-Fi Technology
802.11AC
Antennas
Six (three for 2.4GHz band, three for 5GHz band)
Condition
Refurbished
Model
ME182LL/A
Features
- Automatic wireless backup solution with Time Machine
- Full-featured Wi-Fi base station with 802.11AC technology
- Simultaneous Dual-Band support for optimal wireless performance
- New higher design for improved Wi-Fi signal dispersion
- Easy setup for iOS and OS X devices
- Powerful beamforming antenna array
What customers say
Users highly value the Time Capsule's exceptional ease of use, particularly praising the effortless setup of automatic backups through its deep Time Machine integration. This seamless initial experience is a significant positive. Conversely, long term reliability is a major drawback. Numerous reports indicate premature internal hard drive failures, frequently occurring just after the warranty expires. This lack of longevity significantly erodes the product's perceived quality and overall value for consumers concerned about data security.
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