SIM Card Types and Sizes Explained
by Ralph Heredia on Oct 27, 2026, 1:40:19 PM
Choosing the wrong SIM for an IoT deployment can cost OEMs time, money, and long-term flexibility. A SIM that fits the device physically can still create problems if it limits carrier access, complicates activation, increases field service maintenance and truckrolls, or makes it harde …
The eSIM Readiness Checklist: Is Your IoT Deployment Ready for eUICC?
by Ralph Heredia on Oct 26, 2026, 11:35:49 AM
Everyone in IoT is talking about eSIM. For OEMs, that conversation often starts with the promise of greater flexibility: fewer physical SIM swaps, easier multi-carrier deployments, streamlined global rollouts, and more control over connectivity after devices leave the factory.
Cellular IoT Explained: Is it Right for Your IoT Solution?
by Ralph Heredia on Sep 30, 2026, 1:40:00 AM
In a world increasingly populated by smart devices and real-time data, reliable, scalable, and secure connectivity is essential. Cellular IoT is transforming the opportunities for technological innovation. By using the same mobile networks that power your smartphone, cellular IoT conn …
IoT Connectivity for POS Systems: A Guide to Payment Continuity
by Dan Heredia on Sep 17, 2026, 1:03:59 PM
A POS terminal shutting down during a busy Saturday can have serious consequences for retail businesses. Connectivity issues lead to lost sales, support tickets linked to the POS provider, and strained merchant relationships that might not recover after another outage.
Do IoT Devices Need Unlimited Data Plans?
by Ralph Heredia on Sep 3, 2026, 1:34:59 PM
Unlimited data plans promise IoT OEMs predictable monthly costs, simpler customer conversations, and fewer concerns about overage charges as their connected device fleets grow. For product leaders designing subscription packages, sales teams trying to reduce pricing friction, and oper …
Automatic vs. Manual Network Selection–Which Is Best for Cellular Devices?
by Ralph Heredia on Aug 7, 2026, 2:24:00 PM
For most IoT deployments, automatic network selection is the better choice. Devices that connect to the strongest available network deliver more reliable data transmission, require less hands-on management, and consume less power than devices locked to a predefined carrier list. Manua …
VoLTE and Voice Plans for IoT Devices: An OEM's Guide
by Dan Heredia on Jul 23, 2026, 11:11:53 AM
Voice is a mission-critical component for many IoT devices. Real-world deployments still depend on reliable, real-time communication between people and devices. From medical alert systems and security panels to connected wearables and access control systems, combined voice and data co …
8 Types of Wireless IoT Technology
by Frank Greer on Jul 16, 2026, 1:08:00 PM
The Internet of Things (IoT) involves diverse kinds of continuously evolving technology, allowing for manyconnectivity options for connected device manufacturers. Each option carries trade-offs that must be considered. This article compares the eight main types of wireless IoT technol …
Solving eSIM Limitations with a Connectivity Partner
by Ralph Heredia on Jul 9, 2026, 11:47:24 AM
GSMA SGP.32 foretold a revolution in the IoT ecosystem, with IoT deployment-designed eSIMs transforming the potential performance, reliability, and accessibility of devices. IoT eSIMS arrived with a compelling promise: they could help OEMs eliminate physical SIM logistics, switch carr …
Cellular & Satellite: Hybrid Connectivity for Global IoT Deployments
by Dan Heredia on Jun 18, 2026, 10:50:41 AM
The increase in modern globalization has pushed deployments beyond urban environments, with more devices operating in fringe connectivity zones. This could be a pipeline sensor in the middle of a desert or a soil monitoring unit in rural Brazil. Other devices need to send data while i …
7 Questions to Ask Your IoT Connectivity Provider: How to Maximize Reliability and Streamline Operations
by Ralph Heredia on Jun 3, 2026, 4:34:50 PM
For OEMs deploying and managing connected devices at scale, strong, reliable connectivity is as important as the product itself. It affects device performance, customer experience, operational visibility, regulatory compliance, and the ability to expand into new markets. The right IoT …
The North American IoT Connectivity Market: From Legacy Networks to 5G RedCap
by Ralph Heredia on May 7, 2026, 12:11:09 PM
As 3G sunsets become a completed chapter and 4G infrastructure begins yielding spectrum to 5G expansion, IoT OEMs are entering a new era defined not just by faster speeds, but by architectural evolution. Standalone 5G cores, network slicing, ultra-low latency, enhanced security framew …