Wi-Fi 6

Among the key features and benefits of Wi-Fi 6:

1. Faster data speeds:
   Wi-Fi 6 delivers faster data speeds, allowing for faster downloads and uploads.
2. OFDMA:
   Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) technology enables a single channel to serve multiple devices simultaneously, reducing data latency and improving efficiency.
3. MU-MIMO:
   Multi-User Multiple Input Multiple Output (MU-MIMO) technology enables a router to switch to multiple devices simultaneously, improving overall network throughput.
4. 1024-QAM:
   1024-QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation) technology provides higher data transmission efficiency, which improves Wi-Fi speed.
5. BSS Colouring:
   Basic Service Set (BSS) Colouring technology allows signals between neighbouring networks to be distinguished, reducing interference and improving network efficiency.
6. Extended Range:
   Wi-Fi 6 operates not only at 5 GHz but also at 2.4 GHz for better signal coverage and penetration.
7. WPA3:
   The newer and more secure security protocol provides better protection against password cracking and other security threats.
8. Target Wake Time (TWT):
   Target Wake Time technology allows devices to schedule periods of standby time to maximise battery life.

Most Wi-Fi 6 routers are designed to be backwards compatible with previous Wi-Fi standards such as Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and others.

This means that your device will be able to connect to a Wi-Fi 6 network, but will operate at the maximum speeds and capabilities supported by its Wi-Fi standard. That is, a device that does not support Wi-Fi 6 won’t be able to take full advantage of the new standard.

Many manufacturers of smartphones, laptops, IoT devices, and networking equipment already have Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) enabled devices.

The most reliable way to check if your device supports Wi-Fi 6 is to check its specifications on the manufacturer's website or in the documentation that comes with your device.