FCC Grants Netgear a Time-Bound Pass for Foreign-Made Routers
TL;DR
Netgear won a conditional FCC exemption allowing it to sell new foreign-made Wi‑Fi routers and mesh systems while it seeks full certifications, with the exemption lasting until Oct 1, 2027. The Defense Department found no national security risk, but Netgear must still obtain FCC certifications for each device, giving an 18‑month window to certify future models. Other brands can continue selling existing models under separate deadlines, while the post-2027 path remains unclear.
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