Future of Wireless in 2022 Delegate Roundtable

Join Tech Field Day and the delegates from Mobility Field Day 8 as they discuss the future of wireless. What problems are facing the wireless and mobility industry today? How are we adapting to Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E? Are clients the source for all our woes? And what does that mean for Wi-Fi 7? Find out more as we discuss these topics!

In the Tech Field Day delegate roundtable discussion on the future of wireless in 2022, experts delved into the complexities and challenges facing the wireless industry, particularly with the adoption of new standards like Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, and the upcoming Wi-Fi 7. A significant portion of the conversation focused on the difficulties posed by client devices, which often lag in supporting new protocols and standards, leading to security and compatibility issues. The delegates discussed the role of the Wi-Fi Alliance and the need for more stringent certification processes to ensure better client compliance. They also debated the practicality and readiness of new technologies, with some expressing skepticism about the immediate benefits of Wi-Fi 7 given the current underutilization and inefficiencies of Wi-Fi 6 features like OFDMA and BSS coloring. The discussion highlighted the tension between marketing-driven advancements and the real-world performance and reliability of wireless technologies, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach that considers both innovation and practical deployment challenges.