What is WiFi 6?
WiFi 6 (802.11ax) is the latest WiFi standard. The previous standard was WiFi 5 (802.11ac) and before that WiFi 4 (802.11n). WiFi 6 comes with many benefits including higher data transfer rates, increased capacity for more devices, improved performance, and improved power efficiency.
Can I use WiFi 6 with my Shaw Internet service?
Yes. Currently only the Shaw Gateway 2.0 (XB7) supports WiFi 6. If you have the Gateway 2.0, any WiFi 6 compatible device connected to your home network will use the WiFi 6 standard.
How do I know if my device is WiFi 6 compatible?
Many new devices (2019 or later) support WiFi 6 including Apple and Samsung smartphones, and the PlayStation 5. As WiFi 6 is a relatively new technology, devices more than a couple years old likely do not support it.
We recommend checking your device specifications from the manufacturer to confirm if it supports WiFi 6. This is usually indicated with "ax" being included in the WiFi details for the device. For example, "WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax".