BROWSING: IoT

2017 Predictions: Is 2017 the year 5G brings together IT?

Mobile, cloud, IT services, security, the “internet of things,” and mergers and acquisitions are set for potential change in 2017, with 5G playing an unknown role. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the...

2017 Predictions: 5 major IoT trends and predictions for 2017

The IoT made great strides in 2016, but AT&T sees even bigger strides in 2017, with the telecom operator laying out five major trends in the space. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across...

IoT, 5G and NFV: Impacts to Data Center Network Infrastructure

Data center network infrastructure is set to undergo major transformation to meet the needs of continuously growing data traffic while supporting the internet of things, the advent of 5G networks, and the influence of Network Function Virtualization. Data center networks are already under pressure to...

AT&T creates dedicated IoT starter kit for Amazon Web Services

AT&T last year released its IoT Starter Kit to help developers create "internet of things" (IoT) projects. At it's recent developers summit, the carrier said it will make it easier to connect USB-based device with a lighter version of the original starter kit. The company also...

AT&T creates dedicated IoT starter kit for Amazon Web Services

AT&T last year released its IoT Starter Kit to help developers create "internet of things" (IoT) projects. At it's recent developers summit, the carrier said it will make it easier to connect USB-based device with a lighter version of the original starter kit. The company also...

Bosch study: The impact of autonomous vehicles by 2025

A recent study conducted by Bosch and consulting firm Prognos looked at what autonomous vehicles will mean for the U.S., Germany and major cities in China. The report, “Connected Car Effect 2025,” concluded that safety systems and cloud-based functions can prevent around 260,000 injury...

Bosch study: The impact of autonomous vehicles by 2025

A recent study conducted by Bosch and consulting firm Prognos looked at what autonomous vehicles will mean for the U.S., Germany and major cities in China. The report, “Connected Car Effect 2025,” concluded that safety systems and cloud-based functions can prevent around 260,000 injury...

The future of 5G: What to expect in 2017

The road to 5G. Glenn Laxdal, CTO and head of strategy at Ericsson North America, hosted a session at this year’s AT&T Developers Conference titled “The Road to 5G," where he outlined how the upcoming mobile network will influence the "internet of things." Laxdal opened by...

The future of 5G: What to expect in 2017

The road to 5G. Glenn Laxdal, CTO and head of strategy at Ericsson North America, hosted a session at this year’s AT&T Developers Conference titled “The Road to 5G," where he outlined how the upcoming mobile network will influence the "internet of...

The internet of things is driving digital transformation

The upcoming Enterprise IoT Summit brings into focus important relationship between the internet of things and digital transformation The internet of things, supported by powerful data analytics engines and increasingly inexpensive cloud computing power, has been around for some time, but is now reaching an...

Verizon partners with Cypress Semiconductor for IoT

Verizon Wireless is teaming up with the chipmaker that calls itself the leader in advanced embedded system solutions for innovative devices. Verizon and Cyrpress Semiconductor said their partnership will bring robust wireless connectivity with end-to-end security to "internet of things" developers by incorporating Verizon's ThingSpace...

Ericsson, Orange and PSA Group partner on automotive 5G applications

The 5G partnership will focus on vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) architectures Swedish telecom vendor Ericsson, French telecommunications firm Orange and car manufacturer PSA Group have signed a partnership agreement to conduct 5G technology pilots for automotive applications. Through the “Towards 5G” connected car partnership, the...

Understanding network slicing, a key technology for 5G

5G network slicing will allow operators to split a single physical network into multiple virtual networks. Telecommunication vendors and mobile operators are taking the necessary steps in order to get ready for 2020, the year commercial "5G" networks are expected to become a reality. But...

2017 Predictions: 5G, carrier mergers, IoT deployments and a fourth vendor

DragonWave notes 5 industry trends for 2017, including more 5G, mergers between mobile operators, initial IoT deployments and a fourth major vendor. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space...

Ericsson and Cisco add Wi-Fi integration to partnership

Cisco Wi-Fi platform to gain deeper integration into Ericsson’s cellular core network product targeting mobile, cable and enterprise customers. Ericsson and Cisco Systems continue to expand their relationship, with the latest move adding a new Wi-Fi solution to their service offerings. The...

2017 Predictions: Opportunities abound in 5G, connected car space

CSPs must transform into DSPs in order to remain competitive, with 5G and connected cars just some of the markets helping with that change. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile...

2017 Predictions: Mobile workforce to drive further enterprise change in 2017

Enterprises will be required to adjust operations in order to account for growing use and demand by an increasingly mobile workforce. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on...

Qualcomm readies IoT solutions, partners with Verizon

As CES 2017 gets underway in Las Vegas, Qualcomm is making it crystal clear the "internet of things" is a top priority for the chipmaker. On Tuesday, the company announced an IoT partnership with Verizon Communications, a new IoT connectivity platform and "gigabit class"...

2017 Predictions: 5 things to watch in the IoT in 2017

Providers are set to take charge of the IoT market in 2017, with the help of partnerships, data analytics and SDN. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what...

T-Mobile IoT pricing plan targets device makers

Building on its movement into the internet of things (IoT) market, T-Mobile US on Monday announced a new IoT-specific pricing model as part of a promotion that includes a free Cat1 LTE module along with data services. The move came in the run-up to...

LG Uplus expanding internet of things services in Korea

Initial focus is consumer internet of things solutions Korean telecommunications firm LG Uplus has opened the country's first store exclusively dedicated to home internet of things (IoT) and internet television services, local press reported. The new store is located in the city of Incheon. LG Uplus...

Reality Check: Artificial, virtual and insecure things are stories to watch at CES 2017

CES 2017 is set to showcase emerging technologies like augmented reality, virtual reality and artificial intelligence and have a focus on IoT security. New types of artificial intelligence, the insecurity of things, virtual and augmented reality, and growth in service businesses will...

Kagan: IoT Evolution Expo shows M2M growth

The IoT Evolution Expo will be held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in February. This show is designed to help us get a better idea where the "internet of things" and machine-to-machine stand in the market today and where it’s going tomorrow. This is an...

Nokia deploys NB-IoT system in collaboration with Vodafone, Telit

The NB-IoT trial took place at Vodafone’s Open Lab in Dusseldorf. Nokia, Vodafone and Telit are collaborating to expand the "internet of things" ecosystem using narrowband-IoT technology. Nokia said it has deployed an integrated NB-IoT system at Vodafone's Open Lab in Dusseldorf, Germany, using...