# Revolutionary WiFi Routers The Google WiFi Uses Smart Technology to Streamline Internet Access By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-10-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Google-wifi-router References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2016/10/04/google-wifi-router/) & [google](https://www.google.com/Wifi) [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-smart-home) has gone ahead and launched an innovative new WiFi router that is bidding to totally shake up the way people access the Internet from the comfort of their home. What makes these WiFi routers unique is the fact that they can either be purchased in single units or in multiples, with a single unit costing $129 and a three-pack selling for close to $300. Set to be made available for pre-order in November, the Google WiFi router is designed to make use of intelligent routing technologies to be able to offer reliable high-speed Internet access. The router's system can be managed via a [companion smartphone app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eero1). [Compact, reliable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rtbe58u) and forward-looking, the Google WiFi router is a much-needed innovation in that it is bidding to bring forward the way people access the Internet from home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Intelligent Routing Technologies:** The use of intelligent routing technologies in WiFi routers presents an opportunity for streamlining and optimizing Internet access. - **Smartphone-managed Router Systems:** The availability of companion smartphone apps to manage router systems enables convenient control and customization of Internet connections. - **Multi-pack Router Options:** The introduction of multi-pack router options disrupts the traditional single-unit purchase model and offers flexibility for different household needs. ### Where This Applies - **Technology Hardware:** The technology hardware industry can explore incorporating intelligent routing technologies into their WiFi router offerings for improved performance and user experience. - **Telecommunications:** Telecommunications companies can capitalize on smartphone-managed router systems to provide customers with seamless and personalized Internet connectivity solutions. - **E-commerce:** The e-commerce industry can benefit from the introduction of multi-pack router options by offering diversified product bundles to cater to different consumer preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Affordable Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netgear-1.md) - [Accessible WiFi 7 Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netgear-orbi-370-series.md) - [Budget-Friendly Mesh WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-mesh-router.md) - [Smart Home Telecom Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xfi-advanced-gateway.md) - [Mesh Gaming Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rog-rapture-gt6.md) - [Wide-Coverage Wi-Fi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nighthawk-rs100.md) - [Family-Focused Home Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synology-wrx560.md) - [Low-Latency WiFi 7 Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netgear-nighthawk-wifi-7.md) - [Broad Coverage Next-Gen Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-wave-7.md)