Google wifi

[sat505]

So Google WiFi is coming on April the 6th. How do I go about using this exciting technology when Vodafone don't let you use any other equipment?

[BandOfBrothers]

Hi @sat505

Is It google uk/wifi 

Looks interesting indeed. 

[paulcormack]

From their website

Do I need a modem?

Google Wifi replaces your existing router. If you have a modem + router combo from your Internet service provider, your main Google Wifi point will connect to that device, and you will have to turn off its Wi-Fi functionality.

Looks like you can use it to extend you own - just like you would with any additional AP you were to purchase to extend range, or replace the wifi rafio on your VF Connect router.

Sounds like it is making a mesh, which is what sky was playing with around their Q device(s)

Worth keeping an eye on if you need the additional ooomph for WiFi.

[sat505]

Might solve my WiFi issues with the current router fingers crossed.

Ideally I'd like to replace it completely but until they let us have our pppoe passwords i guess that won't be possible 😞

[Nabs]

Have I missed something obvious with this... Is it not just a router controlled by a smartphone app?

[sat505]

It creates a mesh WiFi network which is much more reliable and can handle many more connections than normal WiFi extenders can manage.

[Nabs]

@sat505 I've currently got 3 AP's, 1 located in my hallway, 1 in an upstairs cupboard and the last in the garage all connected to my router which goes out to the internet.
I'm intrigued to know if I would be better off ditching these and going for Google Wi-Fi?
Google's system certainly looks visually more appealing but I'm not sure whether a mesh wifi system would perform better.

[sat505]

I've got a similar set up and I presume a mesh wifi setup would be better. The reviews are good for mesh setups but they are significantly more expensive so this Google system looks to be good value. Linksys do a mesh wifi set up too (the Velop) but it's  £500 on Amazon!