Smart home devices once again stole the show at the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show, re-enforcing the essentiality of the Wi-Fi home network. This dependence puts a strain on the home network as more and more devices use Wi-Fi, causing network congestion.
The Analyst Team

John Kendall
Principal Analyst
John focuses on broadband infrastructure and customer premises equipment, with a background in digital TV, IP video distribution, set-top boxes, and TV technology. At Omdia, he also provides research into the global markets for home networking, broadband consumer premises devices, and smart home technology.
John’s research covers last-mile technology, modems, embedded multimedia terminal adapters, gateways, home networks, and Wi-Fi specifications. He focuses on how these technologies relate to telco, cable and alternate delivery platforms, and the addressable home automation and smart home devices that can be reached within an operator’s footprint. John holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and history from the University of Texas at Austin.
Thank you
Our expert analysts will review your question and the Ask an Analyst team will get back to you. We aim to respond within 24 hours, but we’re often quicker.
Ask an Analyst
Our team of experts are here to answer your questions. From advice on market trends to a query on research point, and everything in between, we want to hear from you.
Ask an analyst is available as part of a subscription. If you'd like access, contact us today.
This Report is included in: