Apple is preparing a new Wi-Fi ranking system for iOS

According to a recent patent, Apple may be working on a new Wi-Fi ranking system for iOS that will provide users with more information about available networks.

Here's What We Know

This system should go beyond the usual Wi-Fi security warning that is currently provided. It should provide users with a more detailed understanding of network quality and reliability.

Users should be able to easily access information about how reliable and secure their Wi-Fi network is, allowing them to make informed decisions about their use.

Here's How It Works

• The system will collect data about Wi-Fi networks without identifying users or their exact location.
• This data will be used to assign ratings and labels to the networks, such as High Quality, Popular, and Suspicious.
• Users will see these ratings and labels in the Settings app to help them choose the best network to connect to.
• The system can also ask users if they want to connect to popular Wi-Fi networks.

While the patent doesn't guarantee that such a feature will be implemented, it's an interesting hint at how Apple could improve the Wi-Fi experience for iOS users in the future.

Source: The Mac Observer