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NarrowBand IoT / LTE-M

The machine and sensor network

The machine and sensor network

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Trailblazing for the Internet of Things

Connected things are the basis of an intelligent world. The basis for this Internet of Things? The right network. LPWA (Low-Power Wide-Area) networks are the right choice for many IoT applications, especially when energy consumption, building penetration, battery life and, above all, costs play an important role. Basically, two standardized mobile radio technologies are available for such IoT applications: NarrowBand IoT (NB-IoT) and LTE for Machine Type Communication (LTE-M).

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Your benefits with NB-IoT and LTE-M in overview

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Low energy consumption
NB-IoT and LTE-M chips concentrate on wireless functionality for specific applications and have energy-saving capabilities like standby mode, long-periodic tracking area updates and extended discontinuous reception, which ensure optimal energy efficiency.
 

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Extensive range
NB-IoT provides a link budget of +20 dB (NB-IoT) and +15 dB (LTE-M) over the GSM wireless standard. Narrow-band modulation allows repeat broadcasting depending on the reception situation, ensuring better signal penetration deep inside buildings.
 

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Low cost
Both LTE-M and NB-IoT score with low module costs as well as low opertation and service prices. This is ensured by the simple chipset design, in which unnecessary LTE functions have been dispensed, as well as increasing production volumes.
 

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LTE basis
NB-IoT and LTE-M are based on LTE and can be integrated in preexisting LTE infrastructure with a software upgrade. Since NB-IoT and LTE-M can operate within both GSM and LTE spectrum, no new spectrum licensing is required.
 

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Simple installation
Unlike sensors that can’t communicate over long distances, NB-IoT and LTE-M work on a plug-and-play basis. This means sensors are connected directly to the NB-IoT and/ or LTE-M networks, making the installation of local networks and gateways unnecessary.
 

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Extremely secure
NB-IoT and LTE-M are globally standardized technologies using LTE security measures approved by 3GPP. Bothe NB-IoT and LTE-M benefit from a large pool of international experts, who are constantly monitoring and improving its security functionality.
 

We always have the right network for your application

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NB-IoT applications

Would you like to check if NB-IoT or LTE-M is also available at your location?

Further information on our numerous roaming partners and the country-specific frequencies can be found here.

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Check availability in Germany

  • Overview of the status of the NB-IoT and LTE-M networks in Germany

  • Detailed availability check of NB-IoT / LTE-M at your specific location
     

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Check global coverage

  • We work with many partners worldwide in Mobile IoT – and our network keeps growing!
  • Check the availability of NB-IoT and LTE-M as well as the classic networks of our more than 600 roaming partners around the world in an interactive map
     

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We unite to simplify global IoT connectivity

More and more industries rely on mobile networking of their products. Internationally active companies need their solutions to function smoothly around the world. But the challenges are complex.

In order to eliminate these obstacles for corporate customers Telekom has concluded worldwide joint offers such as with T-Mobile US. Learn how T-Mobile U.S. and Deutsche Telekom make connecting global IoT projects easier for multinational organizations.

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What is LTE-M?

Mobile, economical and high-coverage, LTE-M provides ideal conditions for many IoT scenarios. We answer the most important questions about the mobile communications standard.

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Whitepaper: IoT Connectivity Guide


Whitepaper: IoT Connectivity Guide

Hardware, data volume and wireless technology: IoT projects raise many questions. Find all the answers in our free whitepaper “IoT Connectivity Guide”.

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Hardware, data volume and wireless technology: IoT projects raise many questions. Find all the answers in our free whitepaper “IoT Connectivity Guide”.

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We are at your service!


Do you need more information about our offers or do you have specific questions? We will be happy to help you!

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