The new standard has arrived. WiFi 7 raises the bar for how connectivity is experienced across multi-tenant buildings, but just how does this differ to WiFi 6?
With ASK4 introducing WiFi 7 as part of its Building Converged Network Infrastructure from Spring 2026, you be may wondering exactly how WiFi 7 differs from WiFi 6 and what that change actually means in practice. Let us explain…
What is WiFi 6?
WiFi 6 is the current standard used in most modern buildings. It was designed to improve performance in busy environments by managing multiple devices more efficiently. For many PBSA and BTR developments, WiFi 6 already provides strong performance, but as buildings become smarter and the number of devices per resident continues to grow, networks need to work harder to maintain a consistent experience.
What is WiFi 7 and what does it do differently?
WiFi 7 builds on the high-quality connectivity delivered in WiFi 6, rather than replacing it. WiFi 7 improves how wireless networks behave when lots of people and devices are connected at the same time. It helps networks stay stable, responsive and reliable during busy periods. In simple terms, WiFi 7 helps networks cope better with demand, ideal for multi-tenant environments.
What does WiFi 7 mean for residents?
For residents, the move from WiFi 6 to WiFi 7 is about quality, not complexity.
WiFi 7 supports:
- Smoother streaming and video calls
- More reliable connections across apartments and shared spaces
- A better experience as device usage continues to increase
More and more popular consumer technology with WiFi 7 capabilities is being released every month, with devices such as the iPhone 16 and 17 series, the Samsung Galaxy 25 series and the PlayStation 5 Pro all able to take advantage of unique WiFi 7 features. Existing phones, laptops and tablets will continue to work as they do today, while gradually benefiting from a more efficient network, even if they aren’t WiFi 7 compatible.
What does WiFi 7 mean for building owners and operators?
For operators, developers and investors, WiFi 7 is about future-proofing. As buildings support more connected devices, smart-building technology and digital services, networks must remain reliable without constant upgrades or redesign.
WiFi 7 helps:
- Reduce the risk of performance issues as demand grows
- Support smarter building services over time
- Protect long-term asset value
By introducing WiFi 7 as standard from Spring 2026, ASK4 ensures our clients’ buildings are better prepared for future digital needs without adding complexity or cost.
An important evolution in connectivity
WiFi 7 is an evolution that improves how networks support modern living. ASK4 is harnessing WiFi 7 to design our networks to deliver stable and consistent connectivity across entire buildings, and accommodate the demands that smart buildings will place on these networks over the coming years.
For ASK4 clients, WiFi 7 is a practical step toward future-ready connectivity, delivered as part of a long-term infrastructure strategy, providing reliability today and preparing buildings for tomorrow.
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