Usman Salis
⬤ Espressif just dropped the ESP32-E22, and it's their first chip to pack Wi-Fi 6E capability. The new SoC covers all three Wi-Fi 6E bands and comes with both standard Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy built in. For anyone who's been working with the ESP32 family, this is a pretty big step forward in wireless performance.
⬤ Under the hood, the ESP32-E22 runs on a dual RISC-V core setup that hits speeds up to 500 MHz. That's solid horsepower for an embedded chip. The Wi-Fi 6E support opens up more spectrum compared to older models, which means less congestion and better performance in crowded environments. The Bluetooth options stay versatile enough to handle everything from simple sensor connections to more complex IoT setups.
⬤ The ESP32 platform has basically become the go-to choice for edge developers worldwide. It's earned that reputation through flexible hardware and a massive community that knows the platform inside out. With the E22, Espressif is keeping that same developer-friendly approach while finally bringing Wi-Fi 6E into the mix. It's not reinventing the wheel—just making it roll faster.
⬤ What makes this launch noteworthy is how it bridges the gap between familiar embedded platforms and next-gen wireless tech. By putting Wi-Fi 6E into an SoC family that developers already trust and understand, Espressif is making it easier for projects to adopt newer standards without having to learn entirely new systems. That matters when you're building real products on tight timelines.
Usman Salis
