Global WLAN Market 2016-2020

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Overview of the global WLAN market

The global WLAN market research predicts the market to grow at an impressive CAGR of around 14% during the forecast period. The emergence of the 802.11ac Wave 2 wireless specification is the primary WLAN market driver. 802.11ac Wave 2 specification utilizes the multi-user multiple input/multiple output (MU-MIMO) technology and has a theoretical maximum wireless speed of up to 6.9 Gbps. The higher bandwidth and MIMO technology of 802.11ac Wave 2 specification will compel enterprises to upgrade their Wi-Fi networks with Wave 2, 802.11ac.

The recent increase in number of connected devices like mobile computing devices (smartphones, tablets, and PCs), media players (smart set-top boxes, smart TVs, and gaming consoles), wearables (smart watches, smart bands, smart glasses, and smart clothing), and smart home appliances are expected to boost the prospects for WLAN market growth during the forecast period. Currently, Wi-Fi is the leading wireless technology for connected devices as it supports content-rich applications such as audio, video, gaming, and the Internet. 

Technological segmentation of the WLAN market

• 802.11n
• 802.11ac
• 802.11a/b/g

The 802.11n technology standard-based WLAN device segment dominated this market and accounted for a market share of approximately 61% during 2015. In terms of unit shipments, this technology segment dominated the market in 2015 as it includes devices like APs, routers, and residential gateways. 

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Geographical segmentation of the WLAN market

• Americas
• APAC
• EMEA

The Americas currently dominate this market and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of around 13% during the forecast period. A major factor that is responsible for the high market share of this region is the recent rise in the number of connected households. In 2015, there were 111.53 million connected households across the globe, out of which North America had the highest penetration rate of around 23%.

Competitive landscape and key vendors

The global WLAN market is dominated by four leading vendors that account for more than 75% of the total market share. To gain maximum market shares, the vendors from different industries invest in smart devices and integrate advanced electronic components into their electronic devices.  The vast amount of data collected from connected devices allows vendors to improve customer and partner assistance and support.

The leading vendors in the market are -

• Cisco
• HP/Aruba
• Ruckus
• Ubiquiti

Other prominent vendors in the market include Aerohive, Belkin, Buffalo Technology, D-Link, NETGEAR, Samsung, Zebra Technologies, and ZTE.

Key questions answered in the report include

• What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2020?
• What are the key factors driving the global WLAN market?
• What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the WLAN market?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in this market space?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global WLAN market?
• Trending factors influencing the market shares of the Americas, APAC, and EMEA.
• What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the WLAN devices market?

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