Even before the release officially started, AVM put numerous new features in FritzOS 8.0 through their paces. A series of lab updates were used to ensure the final update works smoothly on routers and home network devices.

Now the firmware update is complete and will be rolled out gradually to various AVM devices. First benefit loudly techbook.de the Fritzbox 7590 AX of it.

AVM presents FritzOS 8.0 with numerous new functions

The update brings a total of 60 improvements and expansions for Fritzbox and related devices. Users benefit from a clearer design and expanded control options in the home network. Among other things, the display options have been optimized and the freedom in naming connected devices has been expanded. Areas such as smart home, telephony and internet are taken into account, as is the general home network. The firmware update is also intended to improve the security and stability of all Fritz products.

The new online monitor offers a practical solution for users who want to know which devices are integrated into their home network and how high their utilization is. With just a glance, users can monitor the utilization of the Internet connection by individual devices in both the home and guest networks. This not only gives you information about which devices are particularly data-intensive, but also helps you identify unauthorized devices in the home network.

AVM has made the process of identifying devices easier by now displaying them with an icon. Normally, the system recognizes the appropriate icon automatically – for example, a telephone symbol is displayed on a smartphone or landline phone. However, if the icon is not correct or the user wants to adjust it for other reasons, the icon can be changed at any time from a predefined list.

Innovative smart home solutions from AVM presented

At this year’s IFA, AVM presented a significant further development of its smart home system. Part of this realignment includes changing the names of existing products to make them easier to recognize. At the same time, FritzOS 8.0 brings additional functions to the software side.

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An example of the improved options: The Fritz!DECT 350 window and door contact will work more efficiently with certain radiator controllers from AVM in the future. If the sensor registers an open window or balcony door, the thermostat automatically deactivates the heating. Another innovation is the limitation of the adjustable temperature of the radiator controls by set minimum and maximum values.

In addition, users benefit from new templates that not only allow the temperature of the radiators to be precisely adjusted. The brightness, saturation and color values ​​of lamps as well as the exact position of roller shutters can now be regulated even more precisely thanks to the percentages. This expansion allows for finer control than ever before.

New features for telephony, internet and VPN with FritzOS 8.0

With the release of FritzOS 8.0, AVM presents a number of improvements and new functions in the areas of telephony, Internet and VPN. Anyone who uses a Fritzbox with a DECT base station in the office or business can be happy: the number of possible parallel phone calls has been increased from the previous three to five. According to AVM, this function is initially available for the Fritzbox 7590, 7590 AX and 7583 models.

AVM introduced the WireGuard VPN solution in 2021 and has continuously developed it since then. A significant update now comes with FritzOS 8.0: support for the transmission of iPv6 data has been added, which makes setting up secure connections to the home network much easier. Users can easily create encrypted connections on their mobile devices such as smartphones, laptops or PCs using QR code or software.

In addition to the innovations mentioned, FritzOS 8.0 offers a variety of other functions and improvements, which AVM describes in detail in the Release notes be listed.

Received the latest update on the FritzBox

In order to install the latest firmware on the Fritzbox, you must AVM just follow some simple steps. Normally the Fritzbox informs you automatically as soon as an update is available. Users simply need to open the menu by typing “fritz.box” in their browser’s address bar and then log in with their credentials. All essential information can be found in the menu under “System” and “Update”. If the automatic update function is activated, FritzOS 8.0 will be downloaded independently.

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The rollout of FritzOS 8.0 will be gradual and may take some time until it is available on all supported devices. It starts with the Fritzbox 7590 AX. Gradually, more models, including repeaters, powerline adapters and FritzFon devices, will receive the update.