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I moved my smart home off Wi-Fi and onto Thread, and my router finally stopped crashing

Android Police·Oluwaniyi Raji·about 1 month ago
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Published May 2, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT Oluwaniyi Raji is a tech content specialist who covers consumer technology, software, and digital tools. He has published over 300 articles for outlets including BGR (Boy Genius Report), MakeUseOf, TestGorilla, and Vervoe, focusing on helping readers make informed decisions about the technology they use. His work combines technical accuracy with practical buying advice. When he’s not writing, Oluwaniyi enjoys exploring new productivity tools and watching football. I have about 30 Wi-Fi smart home devices running through my Google Home setup. Bulbs, plugs, motion sensors, a leak detector, and a couple of door sensors all connect to Wi-Fi alongside my phone, laptop, and TV. However, my router would freeze about once a week, sometimes twice. I tried to fix it by unplugging it, waiting 30 seconds, and then plugging it back in, but that didn't work. The problem was congestion from too many smart devices holding open connections on the same network.…

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