The Competition Among NB-IoT, eMTC, and LoRa: Coexistence or Conflict?

The Competition Among NB-IoT, eMTC, and LoRa: Coexistence or Conflict?

In the past two years, there has been considerable debate among stakeholders in various IoT technologies regarding which technology holds more advantages. Are these technologies moving towards integration or continuing to compete? Will the future be one of coexistence or selective development? According to consulting firm IDC, the market size of IoT is expected to … Read more

The Competition Between NB-IoT and LoRa Resumes, This Time the ‘Battlefield’ is in the Sky

The Competition Between NB-IoT and LoRa Resumes, This Time the 'Battlefield' is in the Sky

Author: Zhao Xiaofei Internet of Things Think Tank Original Ten years ago, Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) entered the industry’s view, initiating a competitive landscape. Although various technologies emerged, the 3GPP camp and the LoRa camp ultimately dominated, covering most low-power wide-area connection scenarios. The former includes representative technologies such as NB-IoT and LTE-M, … Read more

Differences Between WiFi, NB, and 4G Smoke Detectors

Differences Between WiFi, NB, and 4G Smoke Detectors

The Wi-Fi, NB, and 4G smoke detectors differ mainly in network technology, applicable scenarios, power consumption, and cost. Below is a comparative analysis based on core dimensions: 1. Network Technology and Coverage Wi-Fi Model Technical Principle: Relies on local Wi-Fi networks for data transmission and requires a router. Coverage Area: Limited to the Wi-Fi signal … Read more

Comment: National Will Boosts the Continued Rise of NB-IoT

Comment: National Will Boosts the Continued Rise of NB-IoT

At the ITU-R WP5D#32 meeting held this week in Búzios, Brazil, our country completed the full submission of the IMT-2020 (5G) candidate technology proposal and received the official confirmation letter from the ITU regarding the 5G candidate technology proposal. It is noteworthy that the 5G technology proposal submitted by our country clearly states that China’s … Read more

Global NB-IoT Ecosystem Briefing

Global NB-IoT Ecosystem Briefing

Source: Network Optimization Mercenaries (hr_opt) IoT Think Tank Compiled and Published Please indicate the source and origin when reprinting —— [Introduction] —— The GSMA NB-IoT Forum covers more than 34 mainstream mobile operators worldwide, more than 25 major device manufacturers, chip providers, terminal module manufacturers, etc. NB-IoT Alliance Members The GSMA NB-IoT Forum covers more … Read more

Research on Enhanced Mobile Core Network Technology Supporting NB-IoT High Orbit Satellite IMS Voice Calls

With the rapid development and promotion of direct satellite services for mobile phones, the demand for voice communication among satellite terminal users is continuously increasing. Currently, in areas without ground base station signal coverage, voice services rely on high orbit satellites, which have very limited bandwidth. There is an urgent need to enhance core network … Read more

The Internet of Things After the 5G Explosion: Who Will Be the Biggest Winner Behind the Scenes?

The Internet of Things After the 5G Explosion: Who Will Be the Biggest Winner Behind the Scenes?

Click on the top “Tencent Technology“, “star or pin the public account” At critical moments, we deliver information promptly. Source / Wuju (ID: kejiwuju) Author / Shitou Welcome to download the Tencent News client, follow the technology page to see more technology hot news. Editor’s Note: The 5G era has arrived, and the pace of … Read more

How LoRa, Starting Earlier than NB-IoT, Seizes the Trillion Yuan IoT Market in China

LoRa&IoT For Semtech, there is a seemingly “sweet” trouble. That is, the recognition of their product LoRa far exceeds that of their company name Semtech. However, the “awkward” part is not just this. As two of the most promising low-power wide-area network communication technologies in China, NB-IoT and LoRa have always been compared, with many … Read more

Attention | The Semiconductor Industry Transformation is Coming: Opportunities for Chinese Companies to Turn the Tide!

Attention | The Semiconductor Industry Transformation is Coming: Opportunities for Chinese Companies to Turn the Tide!

There are predictions that the growth pace of the global semiconductor market will slow down. The World Semiconductor Trade Statistics (WSTS) organization released forecasts on June 5, stating that although the semiconductor market grew at a double-digit rate annually before 2018, the growth rate for 2019 is only 4%, falling back to single-digit growth for … Read more

5G is Distant, but NB-IoT is the Star of the Internet of Things

5G is Distant, but NB-IoT is the Star of the Internet of Things

According to Lei Feng Network: NB-IoT (Narrowband Internet of Things) can be deployed directly on existing GSM, UMTS, or LTE networks, occupying very low bandwidth to connect a large number of low-power devices, achieving cost reduction and smooth transition goals. It has already become an important branch of the concept of the Internet of Everything. … Read more