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
8 Types of Wireless IoT Technology 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 …
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 …
What Are IoT Sensors? Types, Uses, and Examples
by Ralph Heredia on Jun 24, 2026 4:50:29 PM
The Internet of Things depends on data from the physical world. Connected devices can only monitor, automate, and respond intelligently when they have a way to detect what is happening around them — and that is the role of IoT sensors. These sensors measure conditions such as temperat …
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 …
SIM Card Types and Sizes Explained
by Ralph Heredia on May 21, 2026 11:09:53 AM
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 …
Native Connectivity: The Trend Happening in Markets Around the World
by Dan Heredia on Apr 9, 2026 1:01:13 PM
For years, international IoT deployments operated on the simple assumption that permanent roaming strategies could offer global connectivity to devices. An IoT company could design once, deploy everywhere, and leverage international roaming agreements to maintain connectivity for high …
IoT Device Design: Build for Connectivity, Scale, and Monetization
by Ralph Heredia on Mar 19, 2026 1:23:13 PM
Effective IoT device design hinges on whether an IoT device can keep working predictably, at scale, across markets, and under pressure. Successful IoT deployments aren’t built solely with engineering; they’re built with operational strategy and global awareness at the forefront.
Bring Your Own Cellular Connectivity: How Reliable Connections Strengthen Security and Support for IoT Devices
by Ralph Heredia on Mar 5, 2026 10:16:22 AM
As connected devices become foundational to how businesses operate, expectations around security, reliability, and control have changed dramatically. IoT technology is no longer a futuristic or experimental prospect, relegated to speculative visions of a future governed by autonomous …
PSM and eDRX Explained: Power-Saving Network Features for IoT Devices
by Ralph Heredia on Feb 19, 2026 12:55:26 PM
Battery life is a critical component for successful IoT deployments. Modern IoT deployments require lifetimes measured in years, not months. For devices that demand unattended operation, energy efficiency is mission-critical. Whether monitoring soil conditions for agricultural crops i …
Expanding IoT Connectivity Worldwide: Taking North American Deployments Global
by Ralph Heredia on Feb 6, 2026 1:25:43 PM
Valued at $864.32 billion in 2025, the global IoT market is an enormous driver of revenue and innovation worldwide. Demand for internet-connected solutions is only continuing to surge as populations rise, infrastructure modernizes, and urbanization increases city density. Sensors are …
Mobile IoT Connectivity Explained: Challenges and Solutions for Global Deployments
by Ralph Heredia on Jan 22, 2026 10:39:13 AM
Mobile IoT devices are tasked with traversing unpredictable environments, crossing coverage zones, and encountering fluctuating signal conditions, all while maintaining continuous uptime, seamless performance, and minimized power consumption. These devices must remain continuously rea …