Mac or iPhone users: should they upgrade their home router to Wi-Fi 6 or 6E?
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The Wi-Fi Alliance introduced a new branding scheme for Wi-Fi generations, designating them as Wi-Fi 4, 5, and 6.
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Each iteration of Wi-Fi 4, 5, and 6 improved in terms of speed and coverage.
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Wi-Fi 4, 5, and 6 operate on the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands.
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Wi-Fi 6E is a new designation for devices that operate on the 6GHz frequency band.
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Wi-Fi 6E offers enhanced bandwidth and reduced interference compared to Wi-Fi 6.
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Apple's latest iPhone models feature Wi-Fi 6E, while some Macs have Wi-Fi 6E as well.
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Upgrading to Wi-Fi 6 or 6E hardware can improve performance, especially for streaming media and downloading files.
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Dead patches or poor coverage, significant speed disparities, and lower-than-expected data rates are signs that an upgrade may be needed.
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Speedtest and other tools can be used to test internet speed and network performance.
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Internet connection and server speed often have a greater impact on performance than Wi-Fi network technology.
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