November 18th, 2023 2:59 PM 0 COMMENTS

MediaTek Announces RedCap Solutions to Bring Power Efficiency for IoT Devices

MediaTek, a Taiwanese semiconductor company, has announced RedCap solutions. Its new chipsets and modems will now support 5G RedCap. For the unaware, RedCap stands for 'Reduced Capability' and it is very beneficial for enterprises looking to leverage 5G as well as for IoT (Internet of Things) products that consumers purchase. With RedCap, the power efficiency improves significantly. RedCap promises to bring reliability for devices with low-bandwidth requirements, that are still... Read More

November 8th, 2023 5:46 PM 0 COMMENTS

BITS Pilani and Airlinq Partner for 5G and IoT Innovation in India

BITS Pilani announced today its collaboration with Airlinq, a US-based technology company specialising in telecommunications and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, aimed at driving innovation in 5G and IoT. This partnership is part of the "5G Use Case Labs," recently launched at the India Mobile Congress 2023 and supported by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in India. Also Read: IMC 2023: Key Announcements Made During Inaugural Ceremony Collaboration for 5G... Read More

November 3rd, 2023 8:25 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telus, TerreStar, and Skylo Successfully Trial Satellite Connectivity for Smartphones, IoT Devices

Canadian operator Telus and TerreStar Solutions, operating under the Strigo brand, have successfully conducted voice calls using satellite connectivity. Further, in partnership with Skylo, Telus has also been able to send text messages between smartphones and connect to Internet of Things (IoT) devices. With this achievement, Telus, TerreStar, and Skylo claim to have demonstrated Canada's first two-way communication between smartphones and satellites. Also Read: Telus Introduces 3 Gbps Symmetrical Fiber... Read More

October 30th, 2023 9:45 AM 0 COMMENTS

Ooredoo Kuwait Announces Integration of NB-IoT Technology Into Its Network

Ooredoo Kuwait, yesterday, announced the successful integration of Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT) technology into its network. Ooredoo stated that this achievement firmly establishes its role in adopting NB-IoT and sets an exceptional standard for connectivity and innovation. Also Read: Sateliot Partners With Comfone to Extend 5G IoT Satellite Connectivity Worldwide Integration of NB-IoT Technology According to Ooredoo, this solution represents a key addition to Ooredoo's expanding portfolio of IoT... Read More

October 25th, 2023 4:37 PM 0 COMMENTS

VI Business Offers IoT Lab-As-A-Service in Collaboration With C-DoT

Vodafone Idea (Vi) and the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) have joined forces to create an IoT Lab. This lab, established in December 2022, is dedicated to advancing standardisation and interoperability within the IoT ecosystem. Vi says to date, over 50 devices across various industries, including automotive, utilities, BFSI, logistics, and more, have undergone testing. Also Read: Vi Business Introduces Hybrid SD-WAN for Enhanced Enterprise Networking IoT Standardisation According... Read More

September 29th, 2023 10:46 PM 0 COMMENTS

Sateliot Partners With Comfone to Extend 5G IoT Satellite Connectivity Worldwide

Spain-based satellite company Sateliot has partnered with IPX network services provider Comfone to extend its network range, enabling over 480 Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and MVNOs worldwide to connect to Sateliot's 5G NB-IoT nanosatellite constellation through a standard roaming agreement. Also Read: Sateliot Successfully Launches 5G-IoT LEO Satellite Extending Global 5G Satellite Connectivity With the agreement between Sateliot and Comfone, MNOs and MVNOs will be able to cover the entire... Read More

September 26th, 2023 5:01 PM 0 COMMENTS

Ooredoo Oman Prepares for 3G Phase-Out, Future-Proofs Smart IoT Devices

Yesterday, Ooredoo Oman announced its preparations for the phase-out of 3G, scheduled to commence in Oman in Q3 2024. The telecom company expressed its readiness to adopt fast, reliable, and efficient 5G services. The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) recently disclosed its plans to phase out 3G, a globally recognised process referred to as 'sunsetting.' Also Read: Ooredoo Oman Achieves Full Coverage With 5G Network Phasing-Out 3G in Oman Ooredoo stated... Read More

August 15th, 2023 7:37 AM 0 COMMENTS

Independence Day 2023: Immerse Yourself in Patriotism With These 5 Binge-Worthy Web Series

As the nation gears up to celebrate its 77th Independence Day this year, what better way to immerse yourself in the spirit of patriotism than by delving into a curated selection of binge-worthy web series on your favourite OTT? These shows have been thoughtfully chosen to reflect the essence of India's growth, offering a deep dive into the tapestry of the country's struggles and triumphs. Also Read: 7 True Crime... Read More

July 31st, 2023 6:40 PM 0 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea Foundation and TSSC Establish IoT CoE for Women in Delhi

Vodafone Idea Foundation (VIF), in collaboration with the Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC), has established an IoT Centre of Excellence (CoE) at the Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW) in Delhi. The CoE aims to equip engineering students, especially women, with hands-on training in cutting-edge technologies like 5G, AI/ML, and IoT, fostering their skills for the digital era. "As India leads the digitalisation wave with emerging technologies, we... Read More

July 25th, 2023 10:27 AM 0 COMMENTS

Airtel Business Surpasses 20 Million Connected IoT Devices: Report

Airtel Business, the business-to-business (B2B) arm of Bharti Airtel, has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing 20 million connected Internet of Things (IoT) devices in Q4 FY23, as per data reported by Frost & Sullivan. This accomplishment solidifies Airtel Business's dominant position in the IoT market, capturing an impressive 54.3% share in Q4 FY23, according to the report shared by Mint. Airtel Business has been securing significant deals to strengthen... Read More

July 25th, 2023 9:46 AM 0 COMMENTS

Airbus Extends Partnership With Astrocast to Enhance Satellite IoT Technology

Swiss satellite IoT operator Astrocast has announced extending its partnership with Airbus Defence and Space (Airbus). The collaboration seeks to bolster the capabilities of satellite Internet of Things (SatIoT) technology, allowing Astrocast to further increase its network capacity, according to the official release. Strengthening SatIoT Capabilities Astrocast stated that its partnership with Airbus since 2017 has been vital for the progress of Astrocast's communication protocol and modem software stack. The... Read More

July 21st, 2023 8:54 PM 0 COMMENTS

Verizon Business Launches Global IoT eSIM Platform With International Partners

Verizon Business, a division of Verizon USA, has launched a global wireless IoT (Internet of Things) platform that will enable businesses to deploy and centrally manage IoT devices across international borders, leveraging both native eSIM and roaming capabilities through strategic partnerships with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) worldwide. Also Read: Zain KSA Conducts Successful Trials of Passive IoT Applications First MNO Partners: Bell Canada and Telenor Verizon Business announced that it... Read More

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