It goes without saying that Wi-Fi has become absolutely essential during this pandemic. It’s been a lifeline for telehealth, education, remote work, streaming movies and staying connected while staying apart.
Now, more than a year into the pandemic, we have some real numbers and supportive stories to show how people used networks and Wi-Fi during this time. And the data shows one thing in particular: our networks are strong and were able to keep up with rising demand. Read More “We didn’t break the Internet: the resiliency of our networks during the pandemic”
“Today, the White House announced its request for additional funding for NTIA to expand spectrum research. WifiForward welcomes this move. We need creative, innovative solutions to ensure American consumers have access to high-speed connectivity and a wide range of advanced technologies. Boosting funding for the Commerce Department will keep attention focused on making essential licensed and unlicensed airwaves work to their maximum potential.”
On April 24, 2020 — almost a year ago — the FCC met the moment during a time of crisis and officially opened up the 6 GHz band to Wi-Fi and other unlicensed uses. This move by the FCC unleashed the full potential of Wi-Fi capabilities by freeing up previously underused spectrum and ushering in next-generation technologies like Wi-Fi 6E.
Read More “Connectivity Around the World: Global Momentum of the 6 GHz Band”
Over on our blog, we are also tracking how people are using Wi-Fi to keep connected in their communities. Check there and follow us on Twitter for regular updates. (Please note: included below are links in reference to the dates the data was released.)
Read More “Wi-Fi Usage During COVID-19 Outbreak”
As we consider the future of connectivity — from 5G to the next generation of Wi-Fi to cutting edge technologies like AR/VR — making the best use of available spectrum is of the utmost importance. This means leveraging all of the spectrum resources that are available, sharing spectrum and coordinating its use to deliver the best connectivity to all Americans. Read More “New resources from WifiForward provide guide to the future of connectivity”
Can we quantify the value of Wi-Fi in dollars and cents? How much does Wi-Fi contribute to the economy? How much is it worth to you?
Read More “Quantifying the Value of Wi-Fi: Recapping Wi-Fi At Work Webinar”
Do you want to know the true impact of Wi-Fi on our everyday lives? Are you interested in all the different ways that the technology has transformed how we work, live, play, and everything in between? Read More “WifiForward’s Newest Attraction: Wi-Fi Land!”
Earlier this week, Verizon’s tech support Twitter account sent a (now-deleted) tweet that urged users to turn on LTE in an effort to help conserve battery life on their devices. Read More “Wi-Fi 6: it’s a (battery) lifesaver”
After a long winter, the time has finally come again: baseball is back.
Read More “Baseball Stadiums and Wi-Fi 6: It’s a Home Run”
Amidst a once-in-a-generation pandemic, staying connected via high-speed Wi-Fi is more important than ever for students, workers, individuals and families. As work continues at the federal level and in the FCC to help bring Wi-Fi access to all Americans, communities across the United States are working to provide connectivity for those in need. Read More “Bridging the Digital Divide: Community Wi-Fi Roundup, February 19”
