Some other routers have 2 (and now with 6 GHz, 3) separate Wi-Fi networks, one for the 2.4 GHz band, another for the 5 GHz band, and another for the 6 GHz network, which require you to manually connect to the band you want.Įvery wireless device is different and each manufacturer develops its own rules for choosing the best band. This method is different from many routers.

Based on the device capabilities and network conditions, Nest Wifi and Google Wifi attempt to select the band that will deliver the best performance for your device. Keep in mind your personal devices such as your smartphone, tablet, or laptop will typically connect to only one radio band at any given time. All radio bands are active simultaneously. Google Nest Wifi Pro also uses the 6 GHz band.

Your Nest Wifi or Google Wifi network uses the same name for both the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands. Google Nest Wifi and Google Wifi devices keep it simple by automatically directing your devices to use the band that gives them the best Wi-Fi.

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