There’s a Different Wave of 5G Coming and AT&T Is Already Riding It

AT&T intros nationwide 5G RedCap for mid-tier IoT in the US

AT&T has launched nationwide 5G RedCap coverage across the US, targeting mid-tier IoT use cases with lower-cost, lower-power 5G connectivity, and replacing its decommissioned NB-IoT network. In sum – what to know: Coverage – RedCap covers 200M+ POPs and supports wearables, AR/VR, and IoT sensors. Devices – AT&T leads US RedCap efforts, certifying modules and […]

There’s a different wave of 5G coming and AT&T is already riding it

No flashy speeds, but a big step for smart gadgets everywhere.

Cellular IoT connections to hit 5.1 bn: Growth trends and strategic shifts - TelecomLead

The global cellular IoT market is on a robust growth trajectory, with connections expected to reach 5.1 billion by 2030, according to a new report from Omdia. This expansion is being powered by key advancements in 5G technologies and a regionally concentrated push in IoT adoption, particularly in Asia and Oceania. Forecast on cellular IoT connections 2021-30 Growth Trends One of the standout trends is the emergence of 5G Reduced Capability (RedC…

AT&T ups its IoT game with nationwide 5G RedCap coverage

AT&T aims to keep its lead in IoT in the 5G era and toward that end, it’s marking the nationwide availability of 5G RedCap. The operator announced today that it now covers more than 200 million POPs across the country with RedCap.

AT&T pushes RedCap nationwide to 200M PoPs

AT&T achieved nationwide coverage of its 5G reduced capability (RedCap) network, now serving over 200 million Points of Presence (PoPs) across the country. Jason Sikes, VP of device technology at AT&T, stated in a blog RedCap supports a new generation of devices including wearables, XR glasses and IoT products by offering lower battery consumption, reduced costs and streamlined 5G capabilities. He noted RedCap powers a broad range of IoT product…