The IEEE 802.11bn standard, expected as Wi-Fi 8, shifts focus from throughput to ultra-reliability. Targeting 25% improvements in throughput, latency, and packet loss, it enhances user experience in applications like AR/VR and streaming. Building on Wi-Fi 6 and 7, it introduces advanced technologies such as enhanced Multi-Link Operation, Multi-AP Coordination, and coordinated mechanisms for beamforming, spatial reuse, and power management. Launching around 2028, Wi-Fi 8 promises more efficient, dependable, and energy-conscious wireless performance.
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