India de-licensed the lower 6 GHz band for indoor wireless use on January 20, 2026. This move enables Wi-Fi 7's advanced features, including wider channels and faster speeds. However, only 500 MHz of spectrum was released, limiting its full potential. Consumers with sub-gigabit broadband should consider Wi-Fi 6 routers for now. Wi-Fi 7 offers benefits for homes with gigabit speeds and demanding applications.