The future of wireless connectivity just got faster and smarter. MediaTek introduced its Filogic 8000 family at CES 2026, positioning the company at the forefront of the emerging Wi-Fi 8 ecosystem. This next-generation technology promises ultra-reliable, low-latency connectivity across a wide range of devices, from smartphones, laptops, and TVs to streaming devices, IoT products, and AI-driven applications.
As more devices go online, wireless networks face increasing congestion, interference, and delays. Wi-Fi 8 aims to tackle these challenges head-on, delivering robust connectivity, better bandwidth, and enhanced power efficiency. For users, this translates to smoother streaming, faster downloads, and a more responsive experience for latency-sensitive applications like cloud gaming, XR, and industrial automation.
Four Pillars of Wi-Fi 8 Innovation
Wi-Fi 8 isn’t just faster—it’s smarter. MediaTek has designed its Filogic 8000 family around four key areas of innovation:
Multi-AP Coordination – Technologies like Coordinated Beamforming, Coordinated Spatial Reuse, and Multi-AP Scheduling allow multiple access points to work together, reducing interference and improving overall network efficiency.
Spectrum Efficiency & Coexistence – Features such as Dynamic Subband Operation, Non-Primary Channel Access, and In-Device Coexistence help devices share crowded frequency bands more effectively, keeping connections stable even in dense environments.
Coverage & Range – Enhanced Long Range and Distributed-Tone Resource Units boost uplink performance and reduce latency, while ensuring seamless roaming so devices stay connected at the network edge.
Latency & Reliability Optimization – Smarter data rate adaptation and Aggregated PPDU techniques ensure consistent, low-latency performance, critical for real-time applications and AI-powered services.
Together, these improvements make Wi-Fi 8 a scalable, future-ready platform capable of handling high-density, high-performance wireless networks.
Industry Leaders Recognize MediaTek’s Leadership
Wi-Fi Alliance President and CEO Kevin Robinson highlighted MediaTek’s role in shaping the next generation of wireless technology:
“Emerging applications demand greater reliability, efficiency, and performance. MediaTek exemplifies the momentum of our industry by leading in Wi-Fi 8 development. Their contributions will ensure global connectivity is ready for ultra-reliable, multi-gigabit experiences.”
Alan Hsu, Corporate Vice President and GM of MediaTek’s Intelligent Connectivity Business Unit, emphasized the company’s commitment:
“We are pioneering Wi-Fi 8 across gateways and client devices. Our CES demonstrations showcase MediaTek’s leadership in next-generation wireless technology and our dedication to delivering robust connectivity for AI-driven applications and latency-critical scenarios.”
Partner Support and Real-World Applications
MediaTek isn’t working alone. With partners such as Deutsche Telekom, Airties, SoftAtHome, Zyxel, and others, the Filogic 8000 series is poised to power a wide array of devices and smart applications. Over 2 billion connected devices shipped annually highlight MediaTek’s global reach and influence in the wireless market.
Industry leaders praised the innovation:
Anindya Chakraborty, RUCKUS Networks – “MediaTek continues to exceed expectations for wireless connectivity.”
Nobuhiro Tamura, Buffalo Inc. – “Wi-Fi 8 opens new possibilities for seamless connectivity across homes and businesses.”
Shipsheep Cheng, HP – “MediaTek is shaping the future of work with reliable, connected experiences.”
Rangoon Chang, ASUS – “We look forward to exploring new connectivity possibilities with MediaTek.”
James Lin, Acer Inc. – “Filogic 8000 prepares Wi-Fi 8 for market availability next year with enhanced reliability.”
Additional endorsements from Korea Telecom (KT), Adtran, Arcadyan, and Foxconn reinforce MediaTek’s industry-leading position and its pivotal role in advancing Wi-Fi technology.
The Road Ahead for Wi-Fi 8
The Filogic 8000 series targets premium and flagship devices, with the first chipsets expected to reach customers later this year. With Wi-Fi 8, MediaTek is preparing networks and devices for a future where AI applications, cloud gaming, XR experiences, and IoT connectivity require uninterrupted, high-performance wireless connections.
From improving network efficiency and coverage to enabling ultra-low-latency performance, MediaTek’s Wi-Fi 8 solutions represent the next step in future-ready wireless ecosystems—making everyday connectivity faster, smarter, and more reliable than ever before.