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Texas's Attorney General is taking aim at the 'Made in Vietnam' label on the company's routers. However, TP-Link says the accusations 'are without merit and will be proven false.'

By Michael Kan
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The US wants to avoid angering Beijing ahead of an April meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Reuters says.

By Michael Kan
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Zero cell service. Two kids in the backseat. Hundreds of miles to travel. Here's how the Starlink Mini kept us connected (and sane).

By Brian Westover
Trio Mini Speed Mount on the road

The TP-Link BE9300 eliminates bad internet forever, with its Wi-Fi 7 tri-band speeds up to 9.3 gigabits per second, full 2.5G ports, VPN support, and over 30% off in savings on Amazon.

By Juhi Wadia
TP-Link Tri-Band BE9300 WiFi 7 Router (Archer BE550) on blue background

We don't expect a final 802.11bn standard until 2028, but that didn't stop Asus, Broadcom, and MediaTek from showing off devices that are compatible with the next generation of Wi-Fi at CES.

By James Peckham
The Asus NeoCore router shown in two different colors

These days, your wireless router is not just your lifeline to the internet, but also to your job. We've hand-tested the top routers so you can find the right fit to build a snappy home Wi-Fi network.

By John R. Delaney & Tom Brant
Wi-Fi router on green background

The sale of TP-Link routers and mesh systems may soon be banned in the US. Here's why we're not pulling our TP-Link recommendations (yet), and what you can do to keep your Wi-Fi network safe.

By Tom Brant
Front of TP-Link router showing buttons

TP-Link has been under fire for at least a year, but with the backing of several US agencies, the Commerce Department is now poised to ban the sale of TP-Link devices in the US.

By Michael Kan
TP-Link Archer BE230 BE3600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router
3.5

The Netgear Orbi 370 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 7 mesh system that offers good performance and signal range—albeit with some key Wi-Fi 7 protocols omitted, making its reasonable price its best feature.

$329.99
at Amazon
By John R. Delaney
The Netgear Orbi 370 Series Dual-Band WiFi 7 Mesh 3-Pack

Cyber Monday sales are going strong, and we've found some fantastic discounts on top-rated Wi-Fi routers and mesh systems. Look no further to grab the best Wi-Fi deals.

By Shubham Yewale
Wi-fi router and mesh system on green background with Cyber Monday deals

In a lawsuit filed Monday, TP-Link claims Netgear's alleged misconduct has already cost it over 'a billion dollars in sales' as the US government weighs a ban on the company's products.

By Michael Kan
TP-lInk router

Have a household full of digital devices—and online gamers? Your network needs a router that's ready-made to give gaming traffic the right of way. Check out the best we've tested.

By John R. Delaney
A gaming router on a red background

Now you can bring the internet anywhere ( because the Starlink Mini satellite can fit right in your backpack). And thanks to this early holiday sale, you can get one while saving almost $300.

By Juhi Wadia
Starlink Mini Kit AC Dual Band Wi-Fi System on purple background

More is not always merrier if it means multiple devices using your Wi-Fi. The TP-Link Archer AX1500 fixes all your internet problems, and now you can get it for under $50!

By Juhi Wadia
TP-Link Archer AX1500 4 Stream Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Wireless Router on green background

The ROG Rapture GT-BE19000AI is a powerful gaming router with onboard AI to manage your network. But those perks come with a pretty hefty price tag.

By Jon Martindale
Asus ROG Rapture GT-BE19000AI Router.
4.0 Editors' Choice

The TP-Link GE650 is a reasonably priced Wi-Fi 7 router designed with gamers in mind. It sports a cool look, delivers speedy throughput performance, and is packed with high-speed networking ports.

$279.00
at Amazon
By John R. Delaney
The TP-Link Archer GE650 BE11000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Gaming Router

Say goodbye to dead zones with the Google Wi-Fi three-pack Mesh Router. It's fast, covers up to 4,500 square feet, has smart controls, and is right now $125 off at Walmart.

By Juhi Wadia
Google WiFi 3 Pack Mesh Router on purple background

Have a full house working, gaming, streaming, and news binging, all at the same time? If you're experiencing lags, I recommend trying these easy troubleshooting tips before calling your ISP.

By Whitson Gordon
miniature construction workers examining an ethernet cable

Prime Day drops this tri-band Wi-Fi 6E router to under $100. You get 6GHz access, easy setup, and strong app controls to future-proof home internet without overspending.

By Shubham Yewale
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2025 Salde TP-Link Archer AXE75