All articles tagged with #wi fi
Apple today released macOS Tahoe 26.4.1, a minor update that addresses a bug in which M5 MacBook Air and M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pro models could fail to join 802.1X Wi‑Fi networks when content filter extensions were active; users can install it via System Settings > Software Update, about two weeks after macOS Tahoe 26.4 debuted.
Sonos unveils Play, a $299 portable speaker designed to live at home yet travel-ready, with Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, physical controls, Trueplay tuning, IP67 dust/water resistance, up to 24 hours of playback, and USB‑C power bank support; it can be grouped with up to three additional Play or Move 2 speakers over Bluetooth (a first for Sonos) and has a battery replacement kit for $69. The company also introduces Era 100 SL at $189 as part of a refreshed lineup, with preorder now and general availability on March 31.
Microsoft has confirmed two Windows 11 bugs—one causing a KERNEL_SECURITY_CHECK_FAILURE BSOD linked to certain graphics setups and another in the optional January update that breaks WPA3‑Personal Wi‑Fi connections. Both issues are fixed in Build 26200.7840 (KB5077181) and are rolling out to users in stages.
Weber expands its smart-grilling lineup for 2026 with its first Wi‑Fi-enabled charcoal grill—the 22-inch Performer Smart Charcoal Grill—along with a Kettle Smart Ring and new wireless probes and a booster/display to extend Weber Connect across charcoal and gas grills, with spring/summer availability and pricing for charcoal models ranging from about $449 to $799 and additional smart-gas upgrades forthcoming.
Samsung's hidden Connectivity labs menu offers advanced Wi-Fi tools on Galaxy S20 and newer models, including signal inspection, smarter switching, and low latency protocols, which can significantly improve connectivity and network performance when accessed and configured properly.
The article explains how to add a wired network to your home using existing coaxial cables and MoCA adapters, offering a reliable and cost-effective alternative to running new Ethernet cables, especially useful for improving internet stability in home offices.
A Reddit user shared a useful Wi-Fi trick for PS5 owners with Wi-Fi 6e routers, suggesting setting the PS5 to only use the 6GHz network to improve download speeds and remote play quality, especially when using the PlayStation Portal device.
Spotify's Android app is experiencing freezing and crashing issues primarily on Wi-Fi networks, especially affecting Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel devices. The problem has been acknowledged by Spotify, which is investigating the cause, possibly related to Chromecast-ready devices, but no fix has been released yet.
Solstar Space has received a NASA contract to develop Wi-Fi access points for lunar missions, including Artemis and CLPS programs, aiming to enable robust, space-rated wireless communication for astronauts, robots, and lunar surface systems.
Qualcomm is developing a new tech called XPAN that allows wireless earbuds to seamlessly switch from Bluetooth to Wi-Fi, extending their range and potentially enabling listening from anywhere in the world via Wi-Fi access points, with minimal latency and support for lossless audio, aiming to improve user experience and reduce range limitations of current wireless earbuds.
Researchers at UCSC have developed Pulse-Fi, a system that uses existing Wi-Fi signals and machine learning to accurately measure heart rate without wearable devices, working reliably at various distances and positions, and potentially expanding to respiratory monitoring for health diagnostics.
Miele has introduced its first connected canister vacuum, the Guard L1 Electro, which features Wi-Fi connectivity, a touchscreen display, and app integration for monitoring and managing cleaning tasks, despite its high price and traditional corded design.
An investigation reveals that thousands of apps exploit Bluetooth and Wi-Fi permissions to track users' indoor locations without explicit consent, raising privacy concerns as this data can be used for targeted advertising, profiling, and more sensitive purposes like monitoring movements and associations. The study highlights the widespread use of SDKs that facilitate this covert tracking, often bypassing user permissions and enabling data collection for unknown entities, which poses significant privacy risks.
The GOP budget bill includes a significant giveaway of federal wireless spectrum to major carriers like AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, potentially reducing spectrum available for Wi-Fi and public wireless efforts, which could slow Wi-Fi speeds and harm connectivity initiatives, amid concerns of industry favoritism and corruption.
iOS 26 introduces a new feature that syncs Wi-Fi sign-in details across iPhones and iPads, making it easier to connect to captive Wi-Fi networks, especially useful for travelers and public Wi-Fi users. The update is expected in September and also includes other enhancements like an upgraded CarPlay.