GFiber, in collaboration with smart property technology provider Quext, is excited to debut the next generation of multifamily connectivity to residents at Irvine Company’s new 896-unit Pacifica Place property located in the Irvine Spectrum District of Irvine, California. Knowing that residents rely on connectivity to live, work, and play, this partnership elevates internet to a 360 degree experience, unveiling first of its kind innovation to ensure fast, seamless coverage throughout each unit and across the community, and control of locks, thermostats and other smart devices wherever a resident may be on the property.
Starting this month, Pacifica Place residents will experience a new standard, bringing the best of fiber speeds to each unit with 3 Gig symmetrical speed augmented with Wi-Fi 7 technology to enable multi-gig speeds – even over Wi-Fi – throughout the property. This ensures the lowest latency, best performance, and full smart home control—without the wait for installation or the insecurity and unpredictability of connecting to public Wi-Fi when outside their unit. The Irvine Company is collaborating with GFiber and Quext to create a truly differentiated network experience for their residents.
“At Irvine Company, we’re always looking for innovative ways to elevate the resident experience,” said Jinda Reining, Vice President at Irvine Company. “By partnering with GFiber and Quext, we’re proud to be the first location to offer a 3 Gig and Wi-Fi 7 solution where connectivity can be enabled instantly upon move-in, ensuring our residents enjoy a seamless, premium smart home experience.”
“This launch represents a transformational shift in how the internet is delivered to multi-family communities,” said John Keib, Chief Technology & Product Officer at GFiber. “By delivering a personal network with multi-gig fiber connection to every apartment home at Pacifica Place powered by the latest Wi-Fi, we are setting a new standard for resident experience and eliminating connectivity friction from day one.”
With the GFiber and Quext managed Wi-Fi solution‘s “Instant On Connectivity,” new residents can have full internet access even before they unbox their belongings, eliminating any installation or equipment delays from selecting a provider and waiting for equipment. New residents simply download and open the Quext app to securely set up their Personal Area Network (PAN) and get online in seconds. Their private Wi-Fi network then follows them seamlessly across common areas, providing a truly ‘always-on’ connection that allows residents to work or stream securely without interruption.
According to the National Multifamily Housing Council nearly 75% of apartment tenants consider pre-installed Wi-Fi to be an important amenity. The unified system of GFiber Multi-Gig Managed Wi-Fi 7 serves as the foundation for a true smart community that goes far beyond pre-installed Wi-Fi. Residents can use the Quext app to manage their personal Wi-Fi, control their thermostat, and use their iOS or Android devices for smart-lock property access via Bluetooth.
Even before they move in, prospective residents can experience the community securely during a self-guided tour—complete with guest Wi-Fi access—thanks to a seamless integration with Irvine Company’s Tour Guide app, built using the Quext API and SDK. For property managers, this one-click integration dramatically simplifies operations while significantly boosting resident satisfaction.
