GEC NEWS WIRENokia demonstrates NB-IoT with Intel & Vodafone at MWC16; Validates potential of NB-IoT to further enhance connectivity for IoT with enhanced coverage
Nokia is demonstrating Narrow Band Internet of Things (NB-IoT) technology at Mobile World Congress in collaboration with Intel and Vodafone Group, marking a major milestone in the drive towards commercializing NB-IoT as a global standard for connecting billions of meters, sensors, tracking devices and other objects crucial for a programmable world.
Tero Kola, Head of Portfolio Management, Radio Networks at Nokia, said, “This project clearly highlights our stature as a driving force behind the creation of a programmable world, where by 2020, IoT devices globally could make up to 6.8 trillion daily connection requests.”
Asha Keddy, Vice President and General Manager of Intel’s Next Generation and Standards Group, said, “Enabling next-generation IoT services and experiences will require networks and devices that can accommodate an unprecedented range of wireless radio technologies, including NB-IoT. Intel is committed to meeting these industry needs through NB-IoT technology development and collaboration with partners such as Nokia and Vodadone.”
The demonstration showcases the network coverage enhancements and benefits of future NB-IoT services from Vodafone in both rural and urban scenarios, supported by NB-IoT-enabled network equipment from Nokia and client device technology from Intel. The system highlights NB-IoT’s capability to support the massive number of low-throughput sensors and devices that will enable next-generation services to consumers, smart cities, utilities and industry.
