You should update your Netgear Orbi router now and check for more patches soon
The latest firmware fixes three recent exploits, but a fourth remains unresolved
How to Find Your Wi-Fi Passwords in Windows
Need to give someone your Wi-Fi password but can't find the key on the router? Use your Windows PC and our handy guide to uncover the hidden treasure.
Researchers demonstrate improved system that "sees" humans through walls using Wi-Fi signals
System utilizes imaging technique co-developed by Facebook AI engineers
You should probably update your Netgear router ASAP
Two dozen security alerts in one day affecting many routers, range extenders, and Wi-Fi systems
inSSIDer analyzes your Wi-Fi to improve signal and performance
inSSIDer analyzes your Wi-Fi settings like channels, signal strength, and the impact of neighboring networks. The graphical results include suggestions for changes you can make to improve your Wi-Fi performance.
Qualcomm goes beyond the smartphone, shows off new hardware
Why it matters: Qualcomm's annual Snapdragon Summit is typically a celebration of all things smartphone. After all, it's the time and place where the company unveils its latest SoC design for the next generation of premium Android smartphones. True to form, the company did introduce Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, which is expected to be the engine powering upcoming premium phones from Samsung, Motorola, and many other vendors including Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi.
"Polite WiFi" loophole lets modified drones track device locations through walls
Researchers say WiFi chip manufactures need to come up with new WiFi protocol to mitigate the vulnerability
Amazon refreshes Echo speakers to act as Eero mesh network nodes
Each speaker can add up to 1,000 sqft at 100Mbps to your network
This Netgear USB adapter adds plug-and-play Wi-Fi 6E to PCs
So long as you have a Wi-Fi 6E router
Asrock launches 34-inch curved gaming monitor with built-in Wi-Fi antenna
For those who keep their PCs under the desk
Intel and Broadcom show off Wi-Fi 7 reaching 5Gbps
Wi-Fi 7 standards likely to be finalized in 2024
Intel expects to have Wi-Fi 7 PCs in 2024 with speeds up to 5.8Gbps
Other companies are already jumping the gun
Private 5G networks: new study highlights opportunities and challenges ahead
Real-world benefits of private 5G are more nuanced than initially believed
First Wi-Fi 7 router unveiled even though there are no Wi-Fi 7-enabled devices yet
The Wi-Fi Alliance also hasn't released an official Wi-Fi 7 certification yet
Manufacturers might skip over Wi-Fi 6E due to supply constraints, say analysts
Wi-Fi 7 is just around the corner
Synaptics unveils WiFi 6E wireless docking system that can handle dual 4K 60Hz monitors
Seamless wireless docking for hybrid work
MediaTek plans to demo Wi-Fi 7 for the first time at CES 2022
Wi-Fi 6 is barely even in consumer hands
Wi-Fi 802.11ac also known as Wi-Fi 5 brought all these improvements, except...
The 802.11ac Wi-Fi standard is the most widely used and was retroactively labelled Wi-Fi 5
This strange SSID could permanently disable your iPhone's WiFi
As a general rule, don't connect to sketchy networks
PSA: Intel releases new Wi-Fi drivers for Windows 10
Intel's latest Wi-Fi driver for Windows 10 fixes random loss of connectivity using Intel Dual Band Wireless AC-8260 and AC-8265 adapters, in addition to security and functionality updates.
The Best Wi-Fi Routers 2021
The need for a quality router has never been greater. Today every household is packed with phones, laptops, smart TVs, and more devices all fighting for bandwidth. If you want a router that offers better throughput, range, and features, check out our top picks.
Eero 6 routers are heavily discounted today
The Eero 6 is a mesh Wi-Fi 6 router that stands out for its simplicity and built-in Zigbee hub. Amazon is offering a single router for $83 today, or $129 for the bundle that includes an extender (normally $199).
Millions of Wi-Fi devices released in the past 24 years are vulnerable to FragAttacks
Patching them will be a nightmare for device vendors