So my WiFi keeps cutting out every evening around 7 PM, right when I’m trying to stream some shows or hop on a video call. It’s super frustrating because during the day it’s totally fine. I’ve restarted the router a bunch of times, even tried changing the channel, but no luck. I live in an apartment, so I wonder if maybe it’s interference from neighbors or something? Has anyone dealt with this kind of timed drop before? What did you do to fix it? Maybe a setting I’m missing or a better kind of router? Would love to hear any tips or even just commiserate if you’ve been there!

That time-specific drop definitely sounds like interference, especially in an apartment setting where everyone’s devices kick on around the same time. You might want to check if your router supports 5 GHz bands - those tend to be less crowded than the 2.4 GHz ones and can help avoid neighbor noise. Also, some routers have QoS (Quality of Service) settings that prioritize streaming or video calls, which might smooth things out for your evening sessions.

Another trick I’ve used is setting up a WiFi analyzer app on your phone to see which channels are busiest at 7 PM. Sometimes switching to a less crowded channel at that exact time can make a difference. If all else fails, a mesh WiFi system can help spread coverage and reduce interference, especially in dense living spaces.