Over the past decade, the United States and the rest of the world has seen a boon in the growth of connected devices. From smart lights to speakers to internet-connected refrigerators and washing machines, new technology is powering the growth of the smart home. These technologies all have one thing in common—they rely on fast Wi-Fi. With more devices utilizing the power of Wi-Fi, the FCC recently opened up more wireless spectrum to ensure these technologies continue to work efficiently and smoothly.
13.4 networked devices and connections per person are up from 8.2 in 2018
The latest report from Cisco estimates that the average home will gain over five connected devices between 2018 and 2023. Those new devices won’t have to worry about interference thanks to the increased band of wireless spectrum now open. The continued increase in the number of connected devices speaks to the success of these technologies and the tech that power them.
72% of Americans plan to purchase additional Wi-Fi connected devices for their home in the next year
Those new devices will also likely support Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E, which are the latest Wi-Fi technologies designed for the smart home. These new technologies focus on beefing up the security of internet of things (IoT) devices as well as increasing network speeds and boosting battery life for connected devices.
Nearly 3 in 5 Americans (59%) improved their Wi-Fi in the past year
When many Americans transitioned to remote work and distance learning in 2020, they brought more of their lives online, and this trend seems to be here to stay even with many people now returning to the office and schools. America’s broadband leaders have been prepared for this, resulting in seamless upgrades as many households decide to increase their home internet networks. Staying ahead of the curve has been the broadband industry’s focus for decades, and that planning has benefitted countless Americans as a result.
As more and more devices come online and the smart home becomes reality instead of science fiction, Wi-Fi technology is ready for the future. Because no matter what the technology of tomorrow looks like, it will be powered by lightning-fast broadband networks.