How to get better connected with Zen

We’re talking a lot this month about being better connected. For an award-winning broadband provider, on the surface, that’s a pretty simple concept: being better connected means finding the best broadband.

But there’s a lot more to it than that. You already know that you get a great broadband connection with Zen, but there are a few simple ways to make sure you get even more from your service.

Boost your WiFi with EveryRoom or eero

A quick refresher if you need it. Your broadband connection is the wire that enters your home and plugs into the back of your router. But what happens then?

If you’re wiring your devices into your router, you’re pretty much guaranteed the best possible performance. But what about the devices scattered around your home that connect wirelessly? That’s when you become reliant on the quality of your WiFi connection.

And we’re pleased to say that, for many users, the WiFi signal you receive from your Zen router is all you need.

But not everyone lives in a square box. You may live in a larger home with multiple rooms and many square feet for your wireless signal to cover. Or you may live in an older home with thick stone walls that block even the best signal.

For stronger, whole-home coverage no matter the size, shape and materials of your home, mesh WiFi is the solution. And in our case, that means EveryRoom, our mesh WiFi setup that works seamlessly with your Zen router for smooth, wall-to-wall coverage in – you guessed – every room of your home.

But what if you’re on one of our Full Fibre Max connections? In that case, the answer is eero. You already get an eero router with your Full Fibre Max service, but when multiple eeros are combined, they unleash the power of TrueMesh, eero’s patented technology for covering every square inch of your home in powerful wireless internet.

Whatever mesh setup you choose, the benefits are obvious: fewer dead zones, smoother streaming, better gaming, and happy family members whatever room they’re getting their internet fix in.

Just a note: although we provide eero routers as standard with our Full Fibre Max service, they’re also available (for an additional fee) for any Zen full fibre customer. Just remember that eero devices are incompatible with Digital Voice, so if you need to continue making and receiving phone calls, you’re better off with EveryRoom.

Upgrade to full fibre

This one’s simple. If you’re already enjoying the power of full fibre broadband, you’ll know the difference it can make.

It’s a lot faster, more reliable, and fully future proof. But not every home has made the switch yet.

Full fibre isn’t available to every postcode yet, though more and more are being added every day. If you’re yet to make the switch, enter your postcode here to check for availability. It’s the single most important change you can make to your broadband today.

Enhance your digital voice service

Zen’s Digital Voice is the modern replacement for the old, soon-to-be-retired copper telephone network. One of the best things about pairing Digital Voice with your Zen service is that it works seamlessly with your existing FRITZ!Box router. And all you need to do is plug in your existing phone.

But to get the very best from Digital Voice, you might want to consider using a DECT phone instead.

A what now? We hear you reply.

DECT stands for Digital Enhanced Cordless Communications. It’s a technology that offers advantages over standard cordless phones, like better call quality, wider range, and the ability to use multiple handsets.

And the best DECT phone for your FRITZ router? That’d be the FRITZ!Fon C6. It has a range of features like an answering machine, customisable ringtones and a built-in phonebook. And you can even use it to read your emails or even listen to the radio!

If you love to use your phone, you might want to consider an upgrade to Digital Voice Extra. For a few pounds more per month, you get the peace of mind of unlimited calls to UK local, national and mobile numbers. Details are available on our Digital Voice page.

Build an online presence with Zen

If you’ve ever thought about launching a website or side project, Zen can help.

Perhaps you’re not interested in showcasing your ideas, designs, work or ramblings to the world, but you wouldn’t mind a customized email address.

Whatever you need it for, Zen’s hosting and domain services are PC Pro award-winning and only limited by your creativity. Explore Zen domains and hosting today and start building your online presence.

Get better connected with Zen

Whatever service you already have with us, there’s always a way to get even more from it. Explore your options today and stay better connected with Zen.