- LiFi provides high-speed connectivity using visible light instead of radio frequencies
- Bridge XC Flex enables self-installation without professional setup or drilling
- Installation under five minutes drastically reduces costs for broadband providers
At MWC 2026, pureLiFi introduced what it calls a new phase of wireless connectivity built on light-based data transmission rather than radio frequencies.
The company says its high-bandwidth architecture is capable of reaching 10 Gbps and is the “new connectivity DNA” for networks evolving beyond 5G.
The claim puts it in the same performance discussion as Taara, whose light beam system has previously promised speeds of up to 25 Gbps under optimal conditions.
10 Gbps speeds face limitations in the real world
pureLiFi CEO Ron Schaeffer stated that “LiFi is no longer just a faster alternative; it is the fundamental DNA of the modern network.”
He added that the architecture is “more than just 10 Gbps LiFi technology,” describing it as a roadmap that allows telecom operators to bring the capabilities of 5G, satellite and fiber indoors “with zero friction.”
The company claims this approach ensures 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.
Bridge XC Flex is built for self-installation, connecting outdoor broadband to indoor networks and transmitting data through windows without drilling or professional setup.
pureLiFi says installation takes under five minutes, reducing subscriber acquisition costs and speeding deployment times for providers.
Field trials with major telecom operators have been completed and the product is scheduled 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 device 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 available across home and business segments.
However, there is a technical limitation that cannot be ignored. LiFi requires a direct line of sight between transmitter and receiver.
If a hand or object obstructs the light path, the connection stops working.
This requirement introduces practical limitations that differ from radio-based systems that can penetrate obstacles.
The broader proposition rests on whether lower installation costs and high theoretical throughput can offset this visibility dependency.
While the company is pitching LiFi as a foundational network infrastructure, deployment will likely depend on how effectively it handles the physical limitation in everyday environments.
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