Slow Your Roll. Wi-Fi 7 Is Fast, but Only These Devices Work With It

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Upgrading your Wi-Fi router probably isn’t at the top of your to-do list, but Wi-Fi 7 may change your mind, especially if you struggle to keep a stable internet connection. A CNET survey found that 86% of US adults have experienced Wi-Fi disconnections or signal drops. Those problems are most common when streaming shows and movies (46%) and when using multiple devices (39%). CNET broadband expert Joe Supan says one way you may be able to solve that problem is by upgrading your router.

Wi-Fi 7 is the latest Wi-Fi generation, offering faster speeds and a more reliable, stable connection than earlier generations, such as Wi-Fi 6E. It seems like a promising router upgrade, especially if your Wi-Fi is spotty. But there’s a catch. You’ll need Wi-Fi 7-enabled devices for all the newest features and the potential speed boost. Yet even some of the latest gadgets aren’t Wi-Fi 7-friendly. Here’s a checklist to help

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