Best wireless router

My iPad WiFi+3G will arrive soon. We don't have wireless at home yet so I'm looking for recommendations for the best router to buy and use with the iPad. Suggestions?

I have 5 different types of Netgear router in the house and they all work well with older computers and the wifi Ipad.
BUT: netgear is real bad about not putting the version number on the outside of the packaging box. That is if it is V1 , V2 or V3.
Check the internet for the current version and know which is the latest before leaving the store parking lot.
I am happy they update their router models with more than just software updates.
A faster CPU in a router can do wonders.

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