Broadcaster Vernon Kay backed a study which reveals what families are up to on Christmas Day and how it could all be a disaster if one thing goes wrong
Vernon Kay shows off his festive home with tech makeover
Families are using Wi-Fi strength as a deciding factor when choosing which relative’s homes to visit for Christmas.
A study into this year’s festive habits shows most people plan to watch a movie or box set on Christmas Day followed by curating a music playlist and watching videos of how to cook your dinner.
Broadcaster Vernon Kay backed the research, which reveals what families are up to on Christmas Day and how it could all be a disaster if one thing goes wrong.
He said: “Christmas hosting is no small feat, but with EE’s upgrade, the stress melts away and makes everything just work better,” says Vernon. “It’s all about staying connected – to family, to fun, and to the things that make Christmas magical.”
With over a third of Brits (37%) feeling daunted by the prospect of hosting during the holidays, Vernon’s inside look into his new WiFi 7-powered home highlights how technology can transform Christmas chaos into calm.
From seamless gaming to uninterrupted streaming for guests, the Kay household demonstrates how reliable broadband can save the day, as families prepare to welcome on average 5 guests during the season, who all bring different demands on household Wi-Fi.
Research from EE also uncovered the nation’s following connected Christmas habits:
- 21% of adults confess to using Wi-Fi strength as a deciding factor when choosing which relative’s home to visit for Christmas
- 18% of Brits reveal they used AI apps such as Chat GPT, Google Gemini and Galaxy AI to recommend gift ideas for their friends and family this year
- 29% of Brits depend on online recipes on Christmas day, with poor connectivity cited as a recipe for disaster
- 23% of Brits admit that they rely on online video guides to learn how to wrap presents properly
- 44% of Brits plan to stream a Christmas blockbuster movie or boxset series on Christmas day as they look to get their festive fix
- 30% of Brits build a family Christmas playlist together designed to keep the whole household happy
In new behind-the-scenes footage, super host Vernon and his daughter Phoebe showcase how tech, powered by EE’s WiFi 7, keeps Christmas hosting stress-free. From entertaining guests and streaming holiday classics to online shopping and staying on top of work, even the family dog, Mickey, charms as an impromptu festive tour guide.
Luciano Oliveira, Director of Home and TV, EE said: “Countless families across the country will be facing the same hosting challenges as Vernon over the coming weeks. Switching to EE’s WiFi 7 Smart Hub Pro and Smart WiFi Pro can truly give the busiest of homes a helping hand over the festive period. So whether it’s streaming Xmas movies and the latest blockbuster boxsets, setting up new connected device gifts or even following festive recipes online – WiFi 7 from EE makes everything you love work better”.
