Images reveal redesigned EE router incorporating WiFi 7 technology
EE Announces New Mid-Tier WiFi 7 Router
EE, a leading UK telecommunications company, is set to unveil a new WiFi router in the coming weeks. While the official name of the device remains undecided, potential candidates include the EE Smart Hub Plus.
The new EE router is believed to be a mid-tier WiFi 7 device, a significant upgrade from the WiFi 6 standard found in the EE Smart Hub Plus. This next-generation router is designed to provide increased connection speed and wider bandwidth, outperforming both WiFi 6 and 6E.
The new EE router is expected to support part fibre connections for homes not yet on a full fibre connection, similar to the Smart Hub Plus. However, it may not reach the top 1.6 Gbps broadband speed.
In terms of dimensions, the new EE router is approximately 10 inches tall and less than two inches wide, resembling the booster box for the Smart Hub Pro. It is also rumoured to be made from 95% recycled plastic, contributing to EE's sustainability efforts.
One of the most anticipated features of the new EE router is the inclusion of EE's new Work, gaming, and Streaming modes through the EE app. These modes are designed to optimize performance for specific tasks, providing a smoother and more efficient user experience.
It's important to note that the EE Smart Hub Plus, currently available on the market, is a WiFi 6 device with dual-band wireless capability and support for both full fibre and part fibre broadband connections on select models. It does not feature dedicated Work, Gaming, or Streaming modes, nor is it made from 95% recycled plastic.
In comparison, the EE Smart Hub Pro, a separate product, is a WiFi 7 device with tri-band capability for optimized bandwidth management, making it ideal for work, gaming, and streaming with minimal latency.
Here's a summary of the key distinctions between the EE Smart Hub Plus and the new EE router (EE Smart Hub Pro):
| Feature | EE Smart Hub Plus | EE Smart Hub Pro (newer device) | |-----------------------------|-------------------------------|------------------------------------| | WiFi standard | WiFi 6 | WiFi 7 | | Frequency bands | Dual-band (2.4GHz & 5GHz) | Tri-band (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) | | Work, gaming, streaming modes | Not specified | Implied by tri-band, latency focus | | Support for part fibre | Yes (select models) | Not explicitly stated | | Made from recycled plastic | No information available | No information available |
Stay tuned for more updates as EE reveals more details about the new EE router in the coming weeks.
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