2023-04-30 06:04:18
What objects should be removed to improve Wi-Fi quality?
Connect the Wi-fi in the TV – Source: spm
Increasingly popular, Smart TVs or Android TVs have been invading homes for several years. Of course, the big advantage of these televisions is that they can connect to the Internet. This significantly increases the possibilities of distractions. The major drawback: these devices depend on the goodwill of Wi-Fi. If it is capricious, you are bound to have a bad time! And besides, many will tell you, it is not uncommon to have outages or interruptions unexpectedly. And, it must be said, it is very infuriating. Imagine you were watching a football match and the TV blocked when you had hoped for the goal…what a nightmare! But, apart from a potential technical problem of the router itself, most often, the quality is not in question. In truth, if the connection is bad, it’s probably because of improper Wi-Fi location or even some devices nearby that are responsible for all that annoying interference. Let’s see who these parasites are.
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Bluetooth headphones or speakers
You should know that Bluetooth switches up to 1600 times per second in the 2.4 GHz band. You don’t understand much regarding it? Ok, so to explain it to you more simply, your Wi-Fi uses the same frequency as all your Bluetooth devices (headsets, mice, keyboards, headphones, etc.). In other words, if they are activated and connected to the network at the same time, then we must necessarily expect this type of sudden failure and unexpected interruptions. It is therefore better to deactivate them or at least put them away.
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Yes, you will not have thought of it, but your microwave can also be responsible for these interferences. And this applies to both modern routers and older models. Why that ? Well, to heat food, this oven uses electromagnetic waves in the 2.4 GHz band, just like older generation routers. Normally, nowadays, the network is clearly protected so that there are no wave leaks. Despite everything, there are still some gaps in this “protection”, which does not prevent some disturbances.
Likewise, if your Smart TV is near certain metal objects, such as metal plates or sheets, this can also affect the quality of the Wi-Fi signal. These materials have the ability to block the signal and ‘weaken. Therefore, to avoid the slightest annoyance, it is better to avoid placing your TV on a metal cabinet or having large metal objects around, otherwise your connection will be continuously unstable.
Another common problem: when you live in large spaces, it is sometimes enough to move away from the router a little to immediately have a fragile and shaky connection. This can cause problems between members of the same family. Because, some are likely to be much more privileged than others. Normally, high-power home routers should cover every room in the home. At least, that’s what we are promised at the time of purchase. But, it is true that it often happens that this promise is not kept! Just test it yourself to realize that the signal isn’t really equal from room to room. And above all, the further away from the router, the slower the connection. So imagine the headache that some people experience on a daily basis when several devices are connected simultaneously in the house. A real torture! Well, fortunately, there are some factors to take into account to try to alleviate this problem. Here are some options.
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Pay attention to the location of the router
A Wifi router on the table – Source: spm
Since it’s not particularly pretty or decorative, most people prefer to camouflage their router. We thus tend to place it in a hidden, inconspicuous place. And that’s the rub. Because, the more you hide it, the less the connection will be optimal, it makes sense. Understand that the very location of the Wi-Fi greatly influences the signal. Inevitably, if you want the coverage to reach the whole house, you must place the router prominently and high above all so that the waves spread everywhere. Don’t even consider putting it on the floor or on a very low table! Another important point: do not clutter it and do not put obstacles around it. If you install it in the center of the house, it’s perfect. But, if it is muffled by a closet or a false ceiling, it is as if you had done nothing, the problem will be the same. Remember that the walls also limit the signal, so remember, the freer it is, the better the coverage will be in all areas of the house.
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Position the antennas correctly
Want to boost your router’s signal? Contrary to popular belief (even the manufacturer’s photos will mislead you!), avoid raising the two antennas. It looks aesthetically more pleasing to the eye, but in truth, it can negatively impact the signal. It is therefore advisable to place the antennas perpendicularly, one horizontal and the other vertical. According to an Apple engineer, radio reception is maximized when the antennas are oriented in the same plane. You know what you have left to do !
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Choose between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi
Now let’s talk regarding something a little more technical. If you have a dual-band router, it would be good to know when you should connect your devices to the 2.4 GHz band and the 5 GHz band. Knowing that each of them has different characteristics. And precisely, the best way to improve the connection is to know precisely which one to connect to. To give you an idea: 5 GHz WiFi generally has less interference because it is much more agile, has more channels to distribute between devices and has a higher maximum connection speed. On the other hand, he has a pesky weak point: he has more difficulty crossing various obstacles (such as walls), so his coverage tends to weaken at times. On the other hand, if your router is rather old, you will probably only have access to the 2.4 GHz band. The latter is much more suitable for devices that need more coverage, such as mobile phones and tablets. While the 5 GHz band remains the most suitable for devices where speed prevails over coverage, such as computers or game consoles.
The idea is above all to learn regarding the characteristics of each band in order to decide, according to your current needs, which devices you want to connect to one or the other. Be careful, keep in mind that some less modern devices may not be compatible with the 5 GHz band.
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