The best technologies for replacing 2G and 3G for IoT
We explain the best technologies for replacing 2G and 3G for IoT
2G and 3G networks are sunsetting around the world – so systems integrators must quickly but carefully choose replacement technologies. Analysis shows how newer technologies such as LTE-M, NB-IoT and LTE Cat 1 can support IoT applications typically enabled by 2G and 3G networks – spanning a broad range of use cases such as smart grids, connected mobility and wireless payment. Common questions and issues around this topic include:
- Why are telcos sunsetting 2G and 3G?
- LTE Cat 1 vs. 2G and 3G
- Can LTE Cat 1 be an alternative to LTE-M or NB-IoT?
- Future-proofing IoT deployments
In this Masterclass, our experts provide an update on industry sunsetting and the critical moments when organizations need to make the switch. They also explain which connectivity technologies are the best replacements for applications currently served by 2G and 3G networks, and the steps IoT organizations should take to get this process underway. Speakers also introduce the Quectel product portfolio, and which are best-suited to each use case.
Speakers
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Mikael Kihlbert
Mikael has worked in the telecom industry for more than 20 years and joined Telenor Connexion in 2009. Prior to this he has worked as a Product Manager with Telenor Sweden and Vodafone Sweden. Mikael is responsible for defining the roaming and traffic portfolio strategy, establishing MVNO, service provider and/or reseller access where applicable to secure access to competitive connectivity offerings. He also monitors market development and legislation in the field of M2M/IoT roaming and network access.
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Tomaz Petaros
Tomaz has set up and lead a worldwide sales team in the medical science market, supporting double-digit growth. He has also led an electronics manufacturing company for about eight years, bringing it from deep red numbers back to profitability by improving production processes and introducing new wireless technologies in the product portfolio. He also has entrepreneurial experience in developing technology for mobile telecommunication devices, phones and data modules.
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Jonas Karlsson
As a Product Manager at Telenor IoT Jonas Karlsson is focusing on bringing new network technologies to customers. Jonas started his telecom journey at Ericsson 27 years ago but has spent the last 22 years on the operator side at Europolitan, Vodafone and Telenor, first as a Technical Product manager, then for several years meeting the customer in Solution Design. For the last 7 years he has been a Product Manager at Telenor Sweden and Telenor IoT.
Agenda
The sunsetting of 2G and 3G networks |
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Introduction to LTE Cat 1 |
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Quectel’s LTE product portfolio |
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Quectel's Wi-Fi HaLow product |
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