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2026-09-28 03:50 UTC → 2026-09-30 14:06 UTC ·
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Throughout mid-2026, In late September 2026, AVM expanded continued its rollout of FRITZ!OS ecosystem 8.50 and hardware released updates for its repeater lineup. In May, FRITZ!OS 8.25 8.26 was officially released for cable routers 6690 and 6670, while the FRITZ!Smart Gateway received version 8.20 to add Zigbee automation. June saw the launch of the FRITZ!Box 7630, a Wi-Fi 7 DSL router, supported FRITZ!Repeater 2700 and updates to the FritzApp Smart Home app. Firmware developments continued with FRITZ!OS 8.25 rolling out 1700. This update introduces “intelligent networking,” enabling mesh repeaters to various models, including the 7510 and 5530 Fiber, addressing stability, IPv6, and child-control UI. AVM also introduced the “FRITZ! Failsafe” function independently re-evaluate whether a direct connection to manage backup connections during outages. In July, the a FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro received or a laboratory version connection via another repeater provides better quality following restarts or network changes. It also adds single sign-on for user interfaces and simplifies initial setup. New beta versions of FRITZ!OS 8.50, transforming it into a Matter bridge 8.50 were released for Apple Home, Google Home, seven models, including the FRITZ!Box 7630, 5690 Pro, 5690 XGS, 5590 Fiber, 6690 Cable, 6670 Cable, and Amazon Alexa integration. This version also introduced a migration assistant 6660 Cable. The 7630 update specifically addresses Easybell mobile connection stability and SOS call features. In August, network issues involving Amazon devices. AVM progressed has also begun the rollout of the major FRITZ!OS 8.50 through its ‘FRITZ! Labor’ testing program. This update introduces ‘Smart Check’ in update, starting with the MyFRITZ! app for FRITZ!Box 7690. This version features automatic status analyses, detection and prioritization of high-demand activities like gaming and video conferencing. It includes a customizable DNS filter to block phishing and malware, advertising, tracking, and multi-trigger routines phishing, alongside ‘Smart Check’ in the MyFRITZ!App for complex monitoring internet, telephony, and smart home automation. It also provides automatic prioritization for real-time communication. The 8.50 beta is available for seven models, including the FRITZ!Box 5690, 7690, 7590 AX, 7590, and various cable models. Further laboratory updates device status. Additionally, a failsafe feature for FRITZ!OS 8.40 targeted the FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro 4G and 5590 Fiber 5G mobile router models allows devices to address DECT connectivity issues with certain Gigaset phones. Subsequent 8.40 beta releases aimed switch automatically to reduce message loss during app communication, improve audio speeds for ‘HD preferred’ DECT settings, and resolve a DNS filter error regarding false memory shortage notifications. Additionally, updates for repeaters like the FRITZ!Repeater 6000, 3000 AX, and 1200 AX focused on WLAN LAN connection if cellular stability and preventing unintended restarts. In late September, AVM released new laboratory beta updates to facilitate the transition toward FRITZ!OS 8.50. fails.