In attempt to kickstart the adoption of WiFi 7, Broadcom has cut some corners on its second generation of WiFi 7 access point (AP) platforms. The hope is that reduced hardware specifications will lower the cost of APs and client devices that are powered by the platform, thereby catalyzing uptake by consumers. Much like the initial release of WiFi 7 products in April 2022, Broadcom’s new platform offers three chipsets – the BCM6765 for residential APs, the BCM47722 for enterprise APs, and the BCM4390 for client devices – which are currently being sampled to early access partners. As with any new technology, new WiFi standards take years to penetrate the mass market due to initial high manufacturing costs. Rather than…