- LiFi offers high-speed connectivity using visible light instead of radio frequencies
- Bridge XC Flex allows self-installation without professional installation or drilling
- Installation in less than five minutes dramatically reduces costs for broadband providers
At MWC 2026, pureLiFi introduced what it calls a new phase of wireless connectivity based on light-based data transmission instead of radio frequencies.
The company claims its high-bandwidth architecture is capable of reaching 10 Gbps and is the “DNA of new connectivity” for networks evolving beyond 5G.
The claim puts it in the same performance discussion as Taara, whose beam system previously promised speeds of up to 25Gbps under optimal conditions.
10Gbps speeds face real-world line-of-sight limitations
pureLiFi CEO Ron Schaeffer said, “LiFi is no longer just a faster alternative; it is the fundamental DNA of the modern grid.”
He added that the architecture is “more than just 10Gbps LiFi technology,” describing it as a roadmap that allows telecom operators to bring 5G, satellite and fiber capacity indoors “frictionless.”
The company maintains that this approach ensures that users receive the bandwidth they pay for, while reducing interference and improving security.
The commercial emphasis is on fixed wireless access and indoor signal quality.
The Bridge XC Flex is designed for self-installation, connecting outdoor broadband to indoor networks and transmitting data through windows without the need for drilling or professional setup.
pureLiFi claims installation takes less than five minutes, reducing subscriber acquisition costs and accelerating deployment timelines for providers.
Field testing has been completed with major telecom operators and the product is planned to ship later in 2026.
Additional devices such as the LiFi Cube Mini Kitefin XE further expand the portfolio.
While the former is a secure, high-bandwidth unit for remote work and gaming, the latter is aimed at mission-critical indoor environments that require minimal interference.
pureLiFi also promotes “Security for All,” arguing that systems derived from technology used in classified networks are now accessible in the home and business segments.
However, there is a technical limitation that cannot be ignored. LiFi requires a direct line of sight between the transmitter and receiver.
If a hand or object obstructs the path of light, the connection stops working.
That requirement introduces practical limitations that differ from radio-based systems that can traverse obstacles.
The broader proposal is based on whether lower installation costs and high theoretical performance can compensate for this dependence on visibility.
While the company frames LiFi as critical network infrastructure, adoption will likely depend on how effectively it manages that physical limitation in everyday environments.
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