Intel will be releasing its 802.11ax chipsets this year. This next-gen Wi-Fi standard is supposed to offer 40-percent faster speeds than IEEE 802.11ac. Additionally, it should increase network efficiency and extend the battery life of client devices.



These performance enhancements are coming just in time to answer new demands in the smart and connected home. 802.11ax offers a path to faster, more intelligent Wi-Fi to support an increasing number of connected devices, the growing popularity of streaming HD content and the proliferation of smart home appliances and security systems.

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