Webinar · by Icotera X Qualcomm

Selecting the right Wi-Fi router: architecture, OS, antennas and chipsets

With a Qualcomm guest speaker.

Location: Online

Date: 12 March 2026

The broadband router market is evolving faster than ever. Rising consumer expectations, new connectivity standards, and increasing security threats mean that good-enough design is no longer sufficient.

During the webinar, we will share how selecting the right chipset drives real-world Wi-Fi performance and supports flexible, high-performing router designs. You’ll also learn how antenna configurations, security strategies, and AI integration are shaping the future of broadband, along with the value of open collaboration through initiatives like the prpl Foundation.

Highlights:

  • Smart Wi-Fi design: Learn how to right-size performance, choose dual/tri-band architectures, and optimise antenna configurations for real-world coverage.
  • Chipset strategy: Understand why selecting the right chipset matters, how Qualcomm drives performance, and what it means for future-ready broadband routers. 
  • Security & sustainability: Learn practical approaches to mitigating security risks while designing for long-term environmental impact. 
  • Innovation & AI: Discover how open-source collaboration and AI integration can make networks smarter, more flexible, and future-proof. 

When: Thursday, 12 March 2026 –  14:00 CET / 13:00 GMT

Format: 1 hour live presentation, including a Q&A session for in-depth questions.

Profiles: The webinar is designed for technical and commercial profiles with a basic understanding of FTTH technologies.

Jim Lucking

Technical Program Manager, Icotera

Presenter

Patrick Ribardiere

Senior Director of Product Marketing, Qualcomm France S.A.R.L.

Guest Speaker

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