This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.Learn more Anyone fed up with dire downloads and slow broadband speeds might want to check their postcode.It’s just been confirmed that one UK Internet Service Provider (ISP) is now offering a serious boost thanks to the launch of a Wi-Fi 7 router.
For those not aware, Wi-Fi 7 is the latest technology that’s able to cope with faster speeds and more devices connected to it at once.This upgrade is far superior to the ageing Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5 routers many homes have installed and can even beat newer Wi-Fi 6 when it comes to performance.Read more: Are you paying too much for broadband? The 10 worst UK areas revealed Read more: Virgin Media confirms hidden Wi-Fi test that proves how bad your broadband is The ISP now adding this update is Community Fibre, which supplies large parts of London with access to the web.
Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTThe new WiFi, Linksys WiFi 7 routers, will be available when customers sign up for its rapid 2.5 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps Premium and 5 Gbps Premium packages, which are capable of beaming a full HD movie to TVs in under 30 seconds."Whether you're working, gaming, or streaming simultaneously, Community Fibre’s WiFi 7 routers will keep customers connected like never before without any slowdown.Users could see faster speed upgrades of up to 40%, ideal for new phones, 8K TVs, VR, and smart home devices," Community Fibre said.Prices for 2.5Gbps start from £42 per month - switch to the ultimate 5Gbps speeds and you’ll pay £63 - you can check your postcode here.Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT Tech news, reviews and latest gadgets plus selected offers and competitions Subscribe Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you.
This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding.You can unsubscribe at any time.Read our Privacy Policy What is Wi-Fi 7? Wi-Fi 7 is the next major generation of Wi-Fi technology after Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E.
This system is designed to deliver much higher speeds, lower latency, and more efficient performance—especially in crowded homes or offices with many connected devices.Those with Wi-Fi routers can expect better streaming when watching in 8K, more reliable smart-home connectivity, improved gaming and VR, plus better performance when many devices are all connected at once.Community Fibre isn’t the only provider offering Wi-Fi 7 routers.Sky recently announced it is offering users improved connectivity with two new plans available - Full Fibre 2.5 Gigafast+ and Full Fibre 5 Gigafast+.The UK ISP boasts that these beat its rivals by offering "the UK’s fastest broadband speeds from any major provider".
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