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Calix Expands SmartMDU on Calix One as 77% of Renters Are Willing To Pay More for Premium Connectivity Experiences

  • Calix launched new SmartMDU capabilities on its AI-native Calix One platform to help service providers manage multifamily properties & drive revenue growth.
  • Enhancements include comprehensive user management & resident Wi-Fi suspension to ensure on-time payments & network security.
  • QR code-based self-service activation allows residents to connect instantly, reducing operational overhead while delivering a premium experience.
  • HomeOffice IQ is extended to SmartMDU to provide resilient connectivity with cellular network failover for uninterrupted work.
  • Industry data indicates roughly one-third of U.S. households live in MDUs, with 77 percent of renters willing to pay higher rent for high-speed internet.
  • Service providers can simplify operations using PropertyWorx for secure, role-based network management controls.
  • Providers can enforce policies by quickly suspending resident Wi-Fi access to maintain payment compliance without manual processes.
  • Calix Success offers 24/7 support, expert guidance, & training to accelerate SmartMDU deployment & time to revenue.
  • NextLight executive Valerie Dodd cited SmartMDU as a tool that streamlines operations & provides fast, reliable connectivity for residents.
  • Calix chief product officer Shane Eleniak stated that the platform helps providers unlock growth opportunities by increasing property value & reducing resident turnover.
  • Calix serves over 1,200 customers & has invested more than $2 billion over 15 years in its Calix One platform.
  • The company won 81 culture & innovation awards since 2025 & was named Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2026.