The Evolution of IoT: NB-IoT, 4G, and 5G

The Evolution of IoT: NB-IoT, 4G, and 5G

This Issue Hot Topics The development of cellular IoT is actually influenced by the evolution of mobile communication networks. In the coming years, cellular IoT will transition from primarily 2G connections to NB-IoT and 4G connections. However, this transition will not happen overnight; it requires a smooth migration through product iterations that complement NB-IoT and … Read more

NB-IoT: The Backbone of Future IoT or Just a Lost Cause?

NB-IoT: The Backbone of Future IoT or Just a Lost Cause?

Author: Qin Peng Published by the IoT Think Tank Please cite the source and origin Introduction Currently, NB can only serve as a supplementary means to meet specific application scenarios. There is no strong reason to achieve a nationwide NB network with no dead zones. 1. The Prosperity of NB In the eyes of many, … Read more

The Era of IoT Driven by NB-IoT/eMTC and LoRa: Everyone Can Become an ‘Operator’!

The Era of IoT Driven by NB-IoT/eMTC and LoRa: Everyone Can Become an 'Operator'!

Author: Zhao Xiaofei IoT Think Tank Original Reprint with source and origin indicated —— [Introduction] —— The greatest value of low-power wide-area networks lies in bringing new transformations to downstream demanders. Many industries and enterprises that have become ‘operators’ are based on the application of technologies such as NB-IoT/eMTC, LoRa, and the management of product … Read more

NB-IoT Dominates the Market, Cat 1 Rapidly Rises: Global Cellular IoT Module Data Analysis by IoT Analytics

NB-IoT Dominates the Market, Cat 1 Rapidly Rises: Global Cellular IoT Module Data Analysis by IoT Analytics

Author: Zhao Xiaofei IoT Think Tank Original Reprint with source and origin indicated Introduction Recently, the IoT market research organization IoT Analytics released the latest “Global Cellular IoT Module Tracking Report”. This article analyzes the market landscape and future trends over the past year based on this report. Recently, the IoT market research organization IoT … Read more

NB-IoT Accounts for 54%, LoRa Remains the Leader in Overseas Connections: Insights from the Latest LPWAN Research Report

NB-IoT Accounts for 54%, LoRa Remains the Leader in Overseas Connections: Insights from the Latest LPWAN Research Report

| Technology | Discussion | China’s leading media outlet in the telecommunications industry Author: Zhao Xiaofei Source: IoT Think Tank (iot101) Submission email for discussions: [email protected] The connection forms of the Internet of Things (IoT) are becoming increasingly diverse, with LPWAN being one of the most notable forms, catering to a large number of low-power … Read more

NB-IoT Applications: Making Agriculture Less Dependent on Weather

NB-IoT Applications: Making Agriculture Less Dependent on Weather

Source: ICT New Horizons – Smart City Special Edition, original title: “Shenzhou Agriculture: How NB-IoT Applications Empower Agricultural Digitalization,” by Zhang Dandan, President of Shenzhou Agriculture DC Agriculture. Trends and Potential of Agricultural Digitalization Compared to other industries, the current agricultural sector in China remains quite traditional, with relatively backward application of information technology. As … Read more

Analysis of Operators’ Betting Logic on NB-IoT and LoRa

Analysis of Operators' Betting Logic on NB-IoT and LoRa

Author: Zhao Xiaofei IoT Think Tank Original Reprint must indicate the source and origin —— [Introduction] —— Operators face a more complex environment in the low-power wide-area network field, with different choices for network deployment paths, including single-path choices and hybrid networking options. The low-power wide-area network is still evolving. As one of the core … Read more

A Comparison of LoRaWAN and NB-IoT in Ten Aspects

A Comparison of LoRaWAN and NB-IoT in Ten Aspects

↑ Click on the above“IoT Time and Space” to follow us This article is sourced from the LPWAN Industry Alliance, organized and published by the WeChat public account “IoT Time and Space” (IoT-LPWAN). Please indicate the source when reprinting. Sharing an infographic created by Semtech’s LoRa community, comparing LoRaWAN and NB-IoT in ten aspects. Long … Read more

Combining BLE, WIFI, Zigbee with NB-IoT and LoRa: A New Trend

Combining BLE, WIFI, Zigbee with NB-IoT and LoRa: A New Trend

Author: IoT Queen (Peng Zhao) IoT Think Tank Original Please indicate the source and origin when reprinting —— [Introduction] —— Some have taken a different approach, attempting to combine local technologies such as BLE, WIFI, and Zigbee with wide-area technologies like NB-IoT and LoRa at the chip or module level. When you hear this idea, … Read more

Why ofo Uses NB-IoT? What Is NB-IoT?

Why ofo Uses NB-IoT? What Is NB-IoT?

On February 22, ofo signed a cooperation agreement with China Telecom and Huawei for the application of NB-IoT in shared bicycles, providing wireless network solutions including NB-IoT chips. The three parties stated that in the near future, “little yellow bikes” will be able to connect to China Telecom’s wireless network using the latest NB-IoT technology, … Read more