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Good luck, Americans, your Wi-Fi choices are about to get worse — we’ve tested hundreds of routers and every single one of our favorites is made outside of the US
By Matt Hanson published
Opinion Judging by our best routers guide, if the FCC does ban non-US-made devices, Americans could be in for a rough ride.

Why the US just banned foreign-made routers — and what it means for you
By David Nield published
US authorities have turned their attention to routers made outside the US, suggesting they're a national security risk.

The best mesh Wi-Fi systems for 2026
By Lindsay Handmer last updated
Updated From Netgear Orbi to Google Wifi, these are the best Wi-Fi mesh systems you can buy today.

Asus RT-BE92U: tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router provides a high-speed upgrade at a competitive price
By Cliff Joseph published
Asus has knocked it out of the park with this brilliant Wi-Fi 7 router that offers excellent performance and a very competitive price.

TechRadar's MWC Awards 2026 — our 12 winners from the big show
By TechRadar Team published
Elite products to pay attention to from the Barcelona show.

Qualcomm introduces Wi-Fi 8 chips with a startling speed boost at MWC 2026
By Darren Allan published
MWC 2026 Yes, you may not have Wi-Fi 7 yet, but the Wi-Fi 8 juggernaut is already gathering pace.

Asus RP-AX58: low-cost Wi-Fi 6 range extender for tackling Wi-Fi deadspots
By Cliff Joseph published
Have a part of your home or office that your Wi-Fi signal just cannot reach? The Asus RP-AX58 is an affordable way to fix that.

The best Wi-Fi extenders in 2025: top devices for boosting your WiFi network
By Matt Hanson last updated
Buying Guide The best Wi-Fi extenders will make sure you can get online anywhere in your house.

The best gaming routers 2025: these are the top picks our experts have tested
By Matt Hanson last updated
Updated Having a strong, fast and reliable internet connection is increasingly essential for games, so check out our list of the best gaming routers.

These Wi-Fi routers can help detect motion in your home, but are also sparking privacy worries – here's why
By Monica J. White published
Xfinity, a Comcast brand, has introduced a feature that lets your router and connected devices track motion in your home. Here's why it's not all good news.
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