TP-Link Pioneers Wi-Fi 8 Technology: A Groundbreaking Achievement in Lab Tests

TP-Link has successfully demonstrated the world’s first Wi-Fi 8 connection using prototype hardware, marking a critical milestone years ahead of the standard’s expected 2028 certification. The Chinese networking giant confirmed that both Wi-Fi 8 beacon and data throughput functions worked in the trial, conducted through a joint industry partnership.

Unlike previous Wi-Fi generations that focused primarily on speed increases, Wi-Fi 8 (802.11bn) emphasizes “Ultra High Reliability” with improvements in signal stability and reduced latency. The new standard will operate on the same 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands as Wi-Fi 7, maintaining similar peak speeds of around 46 Gbps while delivering up to 25% better real-world performance through smarter signal management.

The breakthrough comes as Wi-Fi 7 devices are still reaching consumers, highlighting the rapid pace of wireless technology development. Industry analysts suggest the early trials could accelerate Wi-Fi 8’s commercial timeline, with some consumer devices potentially arriving before official standardization.

Broadcom has also announced it’s already sampling Wi-Fi 8-capable system-on-chips, while router manufacturer Sercomm demonstrated Wi-Fi 8 technology at this week’s NetworkX conference in Paris. These developments suggest the wireless industry is racing to deliver next-generation connectivity solutions for increasingly demanding smart home and enterprise applications.

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