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Technology
Anthony Spadafora

I get faster Wi-Fi speeds in my backyard than some people do in their homes — and it’s all thanks to the eero Outdoor 7

A person holding a phone running an internet speed test in hand with an eero Outdoor 7 mesh extender mounted on a fence in the background.

Looking for a signal when you’re outside is one thing, but having to do so within your own home is another. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what it’s like for people still living with Wi-Fi dead zones.

You see, even with one of the best Wi-Fi routers (and definitely without one), you could still end up in a situation where parts of your home aren’t covered with a strong wireless signal. Maybe your home has an odd layout, or perhaps it’s built out of materials like brick or cinderblocks, which make it difficult for your router to achieve its maximum range. Likewise, your home may just be too big for your current router.

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