First throughput test marks a major milestone in ultra-reliable connectivity for the next era of networking

TP-Link Systems Inc.®, a global leader in consumer and business networking products, has announced a groundbreaking milestone: the successful demonstration of Wi-Fi 8 connectivity. This test, conducted using a prototype device developed in collaboration with key industry partners, marks one of the first real-world validations of Wi-Fi 8 technology.

The achievement confirms both Wi-Fi 8 beacon transmission and data throughput performance, validating the core functionality of this next-generation standard. The results underscore Wi-Fi 8’s potential to deliver ultra-reliable, high-speed wireless performance, setting the foundation for the next wave of connected experiences.

Wi-Fi 8, currently under development by industry alliances and standards groups, is designed to address the growing demands of AI-driven applications, immersive media, industrial IoT, and autonomous systems. With enhanced reliability, lower latency, and improved spectral efficiency, Wi-Fi 8 aims to redefine what wireless networks can deliver across both enterprise and consumer environments.

“This successful test represents a critical step forward in bringing Wi-Fi 8 to life,” said a TP-Link spokesperson. “As bandwidth-intensive applications continue to expand, users will need connectivity that’s faster, smarter, and more stable than ever. Wi-Fi 8 is being built to meet that challenge.”

TP-Link’s early success with Wi-Fi 8 is part of its broader effort to lead innovation across the wireless ecosystem. Through ongoing collaboration with partners and technology developers, the company continues to shape the future of ultra-reliable, high-performance networking.

For more information on Wi-Fi 8 technologies and their benefits, visit https://www.tp-link.com/us/wifi8/.