Ericsson and Orange trial Internet of Things (IoT) over GSM and LTE - Seite 2

Alain Maloberti, SVP of Orange Labs Networks says, "IoT is a key area in Orange's Essentials2020 strategic plan, and France should play a key role in IoT takeoff in Europe. In order to extend our connectivity offer, we are currently deploying a LoRa network. At the same time, we are preparing the future of cellular networks and we are happy to collaborate with Ericsson to be the first operator to demonstrate IoT over GSM and LTE in order to roll it out ahead of 5G availability in the market."

Thomas Noren, Vice President and Head of Radio Product Management, Ericsson says, "IoT is an emerging market and presents great business potential for mobile operators. Ericsson is providing the software-upgrade-only solution to accelerate cellular network for IoT, allowing operators to leverage their infrastructure investments in order to quickly capture new business opportunities now and in the future with 5G. With our RAN and Core strengths, we are in the best position to support Orange's innovation around IoT."

Sequans Communications is the first chipset manufacturer to develop MTC LTE devices able to fit with connected form factors. Among possible solutions, there will be sensors, smart metering, assets tracking, and wearables.

Cellular networks optimized for IoT will be operational in 2017.

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