WiFi awareness is not a network with multiple peers right? Is it just a link between two devices?
Asked on 06/28/2025
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Wi-Fi Aware is not limited to just a link between two devices; it supports peer-to-peer communication, allowing multiple devices to connect and interact with each other. This technology enables dynamic and on-demand connections, which are secure and can coexist with regular Wi-Fi connections. Devices can discover each other and form secure links at runtime, making it suitable for various local experiences like file sharing, media streaming, and accessory control.
For more details, you can refer to the session Supercharge device connectivity with Wi-Fi Aware (01:06) where it is explained how Wi-Fi Aware operates alongside regular Wi-Fi connections and supports multiple simultaneous connections.
Supercharge device connectivity with Wi-Fi Aware
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