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Developed in 2011 by Professor Harald Haas, Professor of Mobile Communications at the University of Edinburgh, LiFi is a networking technology that uses LED bulbs via the light they produce to enable a new mode of wireless communication.
The work undertaken by Professor Haas and his team has revolutionised the basic principles used in TV remote controls for decades to a position where this technology represents the next step in wireless connectivity, offering a number of advancements on the current state of play.
LiFi shouldn’t be considered as a replacement for WiFi but rather a complementary technology to both WiFi and 5G. This harmony of wireless technologies will provide the additional bandwidth and network capacity required as more and more connected devices continue to be introduced into our lives.
Maybe the most interesting aspect of LiFi, is how this new technology blurs the barriers between design and functionality in an office. Lighting is a key part of workplace design and there is now an opportunity for landlords to engage in greater dialogue with tenants to define their connectivity needs as an integrated part of this design step.
And while they may not yet be in a position to deploy LiFi technology throughout their properties, these conversations with their tenants aids landlords in becoming occupier led in the way they configure their buildings.
LiFi promises an exciting future for connectivity. By beginning conversations around its potential now, landlords can begin taking steps, such as ensuring the provision of fibre throughout the building, giving tenants the opportunity to use the technology the moment it’s available.
WiredScore is delighted to have pureLiFi’s CCO Harald Burchardt join us for our Birmingham launch event on the 27 September. LiFi is this year's most interesting tech trend which is set to transform the commercial property sector, and we are excited to have an exclusive LiFi demonstration as part of our launch.
To learn more about this exciting tech trend and discover Birmingham's leaders in digital connectivity, register for our free event. Don't miss out!
