The Next Generation of Wi-Fi is Coming to Phones
The next generation of Wi-Fi is coming to smartphones sooner than you might think. At the end of 2022, Wi-Fi 7-capable phones will start hitting the shelves, thanks to MediaTek.
MediaTek, a major supplier of chipsets for Android phones, has announced that it will have Wi-Fi 6E chipsets ready by the end of 2022.
The new chipsets will be able to take advantage of the extra bandwidth that will be available in the 6 GHz spectrum.
This is a big deal because it will mean that phones will be able to connect to the internet at much higher speeds.
What is Wi-Fi 7?
In a nutshell, Wi-Fi 7 is the next generation of Wi-Fi technology that offers faster speeds, more reliable connections, and improved power efficiency.
Compared to the current Wi-Fi standard (Wi-Fi 6), Wi-Fi 7 is said to be up to 4x faster and offers up to 3x better power efficiency.
What does this mean for you?
Simply put, Wi-Fi 7 will offer a much better and smoother experience when using your smartphone to browse the web, stream videos, or download files.
And since it’s more power-efficient, you can expect your battery to last longer when using Wi-Fi 7 compared to Wi-Fi 6.
When can you expect Wi-Fi 7 phones?
As mentioned earlier, Wi-Fi 7-capable phones will start hitting the shelves by the end of 2022.
However, it’s worth noting that not all phones will be compatible with Wi-Fi 7 right away. In fact, most phones will likely need a software update to add Wi-Fi 7 support.
But if you’re planning on buying a new phone in the next year or two, then you can expect it to come with Wi-Fi 7 support out of the box.
MediaTek is powering Wi-Fi 7 phones
MediaTek is a Taiwanese semiconductor company that’s responsible for powering many of the world’s smartphones.
MediaTek's announcement means that Wi-Fi 6E is likely to become the standard in the next few years.
However, it will be some time before all phones are able to take advantage of it.
The first phones that will be able to use Wi-Fi 6E are likely to be the high-end flagship models that will be released in late 2022 or early 2023.
However, it is expected that Wi-Fi 6E will eventually trickle down to mid-range and even budget phones.
This is good news for consumers, as it means that they will be able to enjoy the benefits of Wi-Fi 6E without having to pay a premium for it.
And according to a recent announcement, MediaTek will be powering the first wave of Wi-Fi 7-capable phones.
This is great news as it means that Wi-Fi 7 will likely be available on a wide range of phones, regardless of price point.
So, if you’re looking for a new phone in the next year or two, be sure to keep an eye out for Wi-Fi 7 compatibility.
