Should you avoid TP-Link routers? Here's what to know - Engadget

The article explains that TP-Link routers remain legal to sell in the US if previously approved, but new FCC restrictions and lack of a waiver have created uncertainty for buyers. It argues that the concern is less about clear public evidence of unique security flaws in TP-Link products and more about US policy risk, especially given the company’s China-linked origins. Current owners are advised not to panic and to keep firmware updated, while US shoppers are encouraged to be cautious because support guarantees may become uncertain after 2029.

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