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Amazon’s Sidewalk Unmasks Hidden Value Of Mesh Networks
The benefits of having devices that are nearly always connected has never been more obvious than it is today. In that regard, cellular networks and technologies like 5G have proven to be incredibly valuable. At the same time, there’s no denying that integrating cellular connectivity into every connected device we own isn’t a reasonable option for both practical and economic reasons. It’s simply too expensive and too challenging to do that. Various flavors of WiFi and even Bluetooth, of course, have also become an essential part of the connectivity fabric and are a great solution for many devices and applications. Read more
Satellite connectivity bridges gap to underserved IoT markets
Despite the massive roll-out of LoRaWAN® IoT terrestrial private and public networks in more than 160 countries, many regions remain unconnected and LoRaWAN network service providers have low or no economic return to invest in these remote areas. The satellite, running on LoRaWAN, also features Semtech’s Long Range Frequency Hoping Spread Spectrum new data rate (LR-FHSS), which was endorsed by the LoRa Alliance at end of 2020, offering a unique opportunity for terrestrial and satellite LoRaWAN Networks to collaborate in bringing ubiquitous coverage. Read more
Swiss Post transforms postal services with SmartButton devices
Swiss Post is transforming the way it offers postal services to households in remote villages where there is no longer an economic justification for a postal office branch with the roll out of 100,000 SmartButtons utilzing Semtech's LoRa that enable people to order postal services on demand by one click of a button. Read more
Delivering SATCOM With LoRa®
Low-cost and low-power satellite connectivity technology built directly with smart sensors will kick-start a second IoT revolution. With LoRa®, a device-to-Cloud platform built for applications requiring long range, low power, incorporated into satellites, smart sensors can enable two-way communications to and from satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). LoRa can run on Very High Frequency (VHF) frequencies for uplink and downlink to satellites from the ground. Read more
How LPWAN Solutions Can Transform Cybersecurity
More complex IoT technology is leading to more sophisticated cyberattacks. To achieve the needed security levels for their systems and devices, designers are turning to the inherently secure LoRaWAN open protocol. Read more
Why smarter devices are making our lives harder, and how we can change that
Companies globally are developing and selling IoT devices with the goal of making life easier, and the options are seemingly endless these days. With that in mind, our environments – like houses, offices and businesses – are becoming saturated with different types of devices that all serve their own purpose. None of them work in tandem, and as a result, this has inherently made things more difficult for the end user. When making these purchases, consumers are looking for a simple solution that enables interoperability and a seamless connection between the many devices that can exist in a single environment. Read more
Identifying the Best IoT Network Based on Your Application
The connectivity technology landscape remains complex and fragmented. LoRa®/LoRaWAN®, NB-IoT, Zigbee, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (BLE), and 5G are driving the market forward, but for different use cases. There’s no single IoT connectivity technology that can deliver ubiquitous coverage, so when it comes down to what to use, every vertical market will need to make decisions around what to prioritize. Trade-offs between power consumption, range, and bandwidth all need to be considered when identifying the right technology for your business. Read more
How Track-and-Trace Capabilities Solve Food Logistics Challenges
The pandemic triggered an accelerated pace of digital transformation throughout the industry. But, as the pandemic wanes, the need for digitization will continue in order for companies to remain competitive. Read more
CDR IC expands 5G front-haul portfolio
Semtech’s GN2256 bidirectional 50-Gbps PAM4 clock and data recovery (CDR) IC employs an integrated differential externally modulated laser driver. Part of the company’s 5G wireless Tri-Edge and ClearEdge CDR product line, the GN2256 Tri-Edge IC enables 50-Gbps PAM4 fixed wavelength division multiplexing (WDM), tunable WDM, and silicon photonics optical modules. Read more
