Macbook air wifi connection problem?

Hello Apple Communities
So i recently pre-ordered a custom built 13inch macbook air, and i am just wondering
if theres still any issues with the wifi connection. I living in Australia by the way.
Thanks!

I don't know that 802.11 ac is the clear answer - but - if you have broadband access that is likely to support ac (not all is/can) in my opinion it would be wise to look to the future and buy an ac supporting router. Certainly those with older routers have more problems, and updating firmware (when possible) seem to cure some.
Some claim dissabling Bluetooth was their unhappy solution.
Certainly part of the "fix" for some appears to be to use 5Ghz and g/n settings as opposed to 2Ghz and a/b.
For others new hardware (returning/exchanging the device) was a solution.
There are moderators (who will quickly correct - or remove) this reply if I've made any false or misleading statements.

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