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Early Prime Day deals offer significant discounts on various mesh Wi-Fi systems, including Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, and Wi-Fi 7 routers, providing an opportunity to upgrade home networks and eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones, with prices expected to drop further during the sale week.
This article ranks major Wi-Fi mesh systems from worst to best based on user reviews, highlighting their features, performance, and value. The Amazon eero 6 is the most popular, while systems like Xfinity xFi Pods and ASUS ZenWiFi AX6600 have mixed reviews due to reliability issues. Budget options like Tenda Nova MX3 offer good coverage for less, and the latest Wi-Fi 7 systems like Netgear Orbi 370 are promising for future-proofing. Overall, user experience varies, and choice depends on specific needs and setup.
Apple's new N1 chip in the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone Air introduces a Wi-Fi 7 limitation, affecting wireless connectivity features.
Apple introduced new custom-designed wireless chips, the C1X and N1, in the iPhone Air, enhancing 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6 capabilities while improving power efficiency, supporting a thinner design and greater control over its hardware components.
Apple is expected to release the M5 MacBook Pro early next year, featuring modest performance improvements and possibly Wi-Fi 7 support, but it may be worth waiting for the upcoming M6 model with a major overhaul. Current M4 models are available at discounted prices, making them a good option for those who need a new laptop now or prefer to wait for the next generation.
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 Pro is rumored to have its antennas repositioned around the rear camera module, inspired by the Apple Watch Ultra designs, to improve signal reception and reduce interference, especially for 5G and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.
TP-Link has announced its first Wi-Fi 7 travel router, the TL-WR3602BE, offering up to 3.6 Gbps bandwidth, support for multiple devices (up to 90), VPN protocols, and versatile power options, making travel internet connections faster, more secure, and easier to manage.
Netgear has introduced the affordable Wi-Fi 7 mesh system, Orbi 370, priced at $350 for a router and two satellites. While it offers a total bandwidth of 5 Gbps and is suitable for moderate Wi-Fi needs, it has limitations such as only dual-band support and a 2.5 Gbps internet port, missing some of Wi-Fi 7's advanced features. It is a cost-effective option for households with less demanding internet requirements.
Netgear has introduced the Orbi 370, its most affordable Wi-Fi 7 mesh system yet, priced at $349.99 for a three-pack, offering high-speed Wi-Fi up to 5Gbps, compatibility with any service provider, and features like integrated 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports and Multi-Link Operation for improved stability and speed. It targets households with moderate Wi-Fi needs and is backwards compatible with older Wi-Fi standards.
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 series, including the S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra, will feature Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, as revealed by recent FCC filings. This marks a significant upgrade from the previous models, which only supported Wi-Fi 6E due to chipset limitations. While Wi-Fi 7 is expected to be standard across all 2025 Galaxy flagships, Ultra-wideband support will be exclusive to the S25+ and S25 Ultra.
The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is currently the fastest gaming CPU, but its high demand has led to inflated prices. Fortunately, affordable X870 motherboards from MSI, GIGABYTE, and ASUS offer seamless installation without needing a BIOS update. The GIGABYTE X870 Eagle WIFI7 is the most cost-effective at $229.99, supporting the latest Wi-Fi 7 standard. The MSI and ASUS models are slightly more expensive but offer similar features. For those on a tighter budget, the previous-generation Ryzen 7 7800X3D and its compatible motherboards remain a viable option.
MediaTek has unveiled the Pentonic 800 chip, set to power future OLED TVs with features like 165Hz VRR, advanced AI processing, and Wi-Fi 7. Expected in 2025 models from Sony, TCL, and Hisense, the chip promises significant improvements in picture quality and gaming performance.
Computex 2024 in Taipei is showcasing major advancements in computing, including the launch of the Asus ROG Ally X gaming handheld, AMD's new Ryzen AI 3000 Series chips, and Nvidia's AI-powered Project G-Assist for gaming. Acer has introduced a new Mesh 7 Wi-Fi 7 router, and Asus has unveiled new ProArt and gaming laptops featuring advanced AI capabilities. The event highlights the growing focus on AI in computing and gaming technologies.
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 6, set to launch at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 10th, will not support Wi-Fi 7, relying instead on the older Wi-Fi 6 standard. This omission, confirmed through FCC documents, also applies to the smaller Galaxy Z Flip 6. Despite being powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, the Z Fold 6 lacks the advanced Wi-Fi functionality found in the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Samsung may be reserving Wi-Fi 7 for a potential higher-end model expected later in 2024.
The latest leak from an FCC listing reveals that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 will not support Wi-Fi 7, a surprising omission for a premium device expected to cost $1,799. Despite featuring the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, which supports Wi-Fi 7, the foldable phone will only offer Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e. This decision is puzzling, especially since other Samsung devices and competitors' foldable phones include Wi-Fi 7. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is anticipated to be unveiled at the next Galaxy Unpacked event in July.