Nokia demonstrates the Narrow Band Internet of Things (NB-IoT) technology at the MWC in collaboration with Intel and Vodafone Group with the aim of commercializing NB-IoT as a global standard for connecting billions of meters, sensors, tracking devices and other objects crucial for a programmable world. It showcases the network coverage enhancements and benefits of future NB-IoT services from Vodafone in both rural and urban scenarios.
NB-IoT is a 3GPP Rel. 13 radio access technology designed especially for enabling cellular connectivity to the Internet of Things devices, and is designed to combine long range mobile connections with long battery life. The technology is expected to help billions of things connect by reducing costs, enhancing coverage and extending the battery life of connected objects.
According to Nokia, the enhanced coverage of NB-IoT compared to conventional LTE will allow for the tracking of objects deep within buildings and in rural areas, as shown in the joint demonstration. 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.
Tero Kola,head of Portfolio Management, Radio Networks at Nokia
Our joint demonstration of object tracking using NB-IoT clearly shows the potential of the technology beyond simple metering applications.
Asha Keddy, Vice President and General Manager of Intel’s Next Generation and Standards Group
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.
