February 2025
Wireless technology continues to change and evolve, including your home's Wi-Fi. It won't be long until we are all using the next version of wireless connectivity, Wi-Fi 7. As more devices demand faster speeds, lower latency (the time it takes for data to go from one place to another), and improved reliability, Wi-Fi 7 will be the next standard to meet these needs. But what exactly is Wi-Fi 7, and how will it impact home and business networks? Let's explore what makes this technology a game-changer.
Wi-Fi 7, also known as IEEE 802.11be, is the latest generation of Wi-Fi technology. Developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), this latest version of Wi-Fi is designed to deliver blazing-fast speeds, increased capacity, and ultra-low latency. That makes it ideal for high-bandwidth applications such as 8K video streaming, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and cloud gaming.
With theoretical speeds reaching up to 46 Gbps, Wi-Fi 7 is nearly four times faster than Wi-Fi 6! This is achieved through a combination of wider channel bandwidths, improved modulation and transmitting the data more efficiently.
Wi-Fi 7 introduces several groundbreaking features that will enhance wireless performance in your home or office.
One of the most significant upgrades in Wi-Fi 7 is the expansion of channel bandwidth to 320 MHz. Wi-Fi 6 only provides half that number. This allows for more data to be transmitted at one time, leading to higher speeds and reduced network congestion.
Wi-Fi 7 utilizes 4K QAM, an improvement from the 1024-QAM used in Wi-Fi 6. This allows devices to encode more data and increases overall network efficiency and boosting throughput.
Unlike previous Wi-Fi versions that rely on one frequency band at a time, Wi-Fi 7 introduces Multi-Link Operation (MLO). This enables devices to simultaneously connect to multiple frequency bands, while optimizing performance, reducing latency, and improving reliability.
Wi-Fi 7 significantly reduces latency, making it perfect for applications like online gaming, home offices, video conferencing and even industrial automation. By utilizing advanced scheduling and data transmission techniques, Wi-Fi 7 ensures smoother connectivity with more responsiveness.
Wi-Fi 7 can handle more devices simultaneously without sacrificing speed or performance because it relies on two advancements. The first is Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO) that involves the use of multiple antennas for signal transmission. The second is Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA). It establishes subcarriers within frequencies. These technologies make Wi-Fi 7 beneficial for smart homes, office environments, and IoT (Internet of Things) ecosystems.
The introduction of Wi-Fi 7 brings numerous advantages to both homeowners and businesses:
Wi-Fi 7 started rolling out in 2024 and is available now. However, there may be a lag as manufacturers integrate the new standard into their hardware.
If you're a heavy user of bandwidth-intensive applications or manage a network with numerous connected devices, upgrading to Wi-Fi 7 may be a smart move. However, if your current setup meets your needs, waiting for broader adoption and more affordable prices might be the best move for you.
Wi-Fi 7 offers incredible speeds, improved efficiency and enhanced reliability. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, gamer, remote worker, business owner, or smart home aficionado, Wi-Fi 7 paves the way for a faster and more seamless digital future.
Are you interested in getting Wi-Fi 7 for your home or office? Then call Phantom today at 513-759-4477. We'll schedule a visit to for a free consultation.
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