GEC NEWS WIREThe demonstrations were conducted using Ericsson’s Internet of Things and VoLTE capable network infrastructure, IoT devices integrated with Qualcomm MDM9206 global multimode LTE IoT modems, and China Unicom’s radio spectrum and verification of the technology and multi-service capabilities. Two Cat-M1 VoLTE use cases were demonstrated at MWC Shanghai: a fire alarm trigger panel and a GPS emergency tracking device.
Cat-M1, or LTE Category M1, is a radio technology that offers benefits such as high mobility, low cost, wide coverage, flexible deployment and low latency. Adding VoLTE support to Cat-M1 ensures devices based on this technology have the capability to make voice calls. With CAT-M1 VoLTE, operators can deploy low-cost networks while meeting demands for diversified mobile broadband and communication services use cases for the IoT.
Guanglu Shao, Executive Director and Senior Vice President, China Unicom, says: “China Unicom aims to drive the development of the IoT and accelerate cellular network development and large-scale business implementation by constructing the leading 4G FDD network.”
Frank Meng, Chairman of Qualcomm China, says: “We look forward to working with key ecosystem leaders, including China Unicom and Ericsson, to quickly bring the benefits of LTE IoT to people and organizations everywhere.”
Chris Houghton, Head of Market Area North East Asia, Ericsson, says, “With our advanced network evolution technology, global scale and rich experience, and as China Unicom’s strategic partner, Ericsson aims to boost China Unicom’s IoT development strategy and empower the full potential of the Networked Society.”
