Overview
- Recent guidance shared across regional UK media cites Audio Technica in warning that Bluetooth gadgets placed near routers can slow Wi‑Fi because both use similar radio frequencies.
- Audio Technica explains that many routers transmit on multiple channels, and heavy nearby Wi‑Fi use can leave no open spectrum for Bluetooth devices to hop to, causing interference.
- Households are advised to position routers in a central, open spot away from kitchens and thick walls, with microwaves flagged as another common source of disruption.
- Simple troubleshooting includes moving Bluetooth speakers and smart assistants away from the router and performing a short power‑cycle restart rather than prolonged shutdowns.
- Providers and specialists such as Hyperoptic stress placement for reliable streaming and work, while noting these fixes do not replace resolving package limits or provider issues.