Global IoT Coverage
Connect anywhere with our network of 400+ roaming partners covering 180+ countries worldwide. Increase uptime and coverage on 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, LTE-M, and NB-IoT.
Worldwide Coverage with A1 Digital
Available LPWA networks
LTE-M
Benefit from extensive LTE-M coverage and extended range. LTE-M allows improved indoor, underground, and rural coverage thanks to increased sensitivity compared to traditional LTE networks. Reduced latency makes it a perfect choice for mission-critical applications and use cases.
NB-IoT
NB-IoT is the cost-effective, energy-saving network standard for simpler use cases. The robust connectivity option allows underground, indoors, rural, and remote location connectivity. Signal strength challenges are met perfectly with Narrowband-IoT.
Cellular connectivity worldwide
Global roaming
With 400+ partners in 180+ countries you are well set to use our connectivity solution almost anywhere. Scale as you grow or deploy in multiple countries at once.
Wide range of supported IoT technologies
Supported IoT technologies include 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, LTE-M, NB-IoT.
Fully customizable
A network that grows with you. Pay-as-you-go for what you really need in the countries where you are present.
Full stack of connectivity services
Whether it is data, voice, or SMS all services are offered to enable your IoT project.
Features
Redundant coverage
Get redundant coverage for your devices with at least two operators available in every country available. Scale easily when entering new markets.
One SIM
Build a future-proof setup with a single SIM. Our IoT SIM cards are available in various form factors or eSIM.
Worldwide coverage
Access a worldwide network of 400+ roaming partners in 180+ countries.
24/7 Support
Our experts are there for you 24/7 and help you accelerating your business.
IoT Security
Protect your sensitive IoT data by using our numerous security features.
Optimized for IoT
Networks like LTE-M and NB-IoT are specifically designed for IoT devices and allow excellent connectivity performance.
A reliable network infrastructure
By relying on A1 Telekom's, one of the leading telecommunications provider in Austria, established network infrastructure, we make sure all needs for global IoT projects are covered. Having one provider that can provide a worldwide networks eases handling of multi-national IoT projects. Remove complexity for IoT use cases by having one single operator that helps you build your IoT solution.
IoT coverage for companies
An IoT network connects physical devices such as GPS trackers and sensors with the internet. This level of connectivity allows the recording and analysis of data, which is crucial for managing business processes. Therefore a comprehensive and reliable IoT availability is essential for IoT applications and promotes innovation as well as efficiency in companies.
An overview of the available IoT technologies
For IoT applications, various cellular standards are available. They differ in terms of their characteristics and possible use cases.
2G and 3G: These older cellular technologies are still used, especially for IoT applications that do not require a high bandwidth, e.g. simple M2M applications.
4G/LTE: As the currently dominant mobile standard, 4G has high speeds of up to 100 megabits and a broad network availability. Especially in urban areas, 4G offers the ideal coverage and performance for a variety of IoT applications that require reliable and fast data transmission.
5G: The latest generation of cellular networks with particularly high speeds and low latency, 5G is ideal for demanding IoT applications that require fast responses and large amounts of data, e.g. autonomous vehicles.
NB-IoT: A Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) standard for IoT applications that transmits small amounts of data and requires a long battery life. Due to its high penetration and range, NB-IoT is particularly suitable for stationary devices.
LTE-M: A further development of the 4G LTE standard for mobile IoT applications. LTE-M supports higher data rates and lower latencies compared to NB-IoT and maintains a network connection during movement (handover).
Modern IoT network providers increasingly offer the option of an automatic network selection. IoT devices switch to the optimal network depending on availability as well as network conditions and ensure seamless connectivity in environments with low network coverage.
IoT coverage in urban and rural areas
Companies need to closely examine the network conditions and capacity in their target areas to avoid connectivity issues and therefore business disruptions.
In urban areas, IoT network coverage is usually comprehensive and supports modern cellular technologies such as 4G and increasingly 5G. That enables the use of IoT applications with high data rates and low latency, e.g. in traffic management or smart building infrastructures.
IoT availability is often limited in rural regions. LPWAN technologies such as NB-IoT or LTE-M could be of an advantage here, as they are designed for long ranges and penetration.
Future developments in IoT network availability
The development of new IoT networks and the planned shutdown of outdated technologies such as 2G and 3G will lead to changes in the availability of IoT. Newer technologies offer significant improvements in terms of energy efficiency, cost reduction as well as network coverage and are considered future-proof. By switching off 2G and 3G, the frequencies for 4G and 5G can also be better utilized and enable a more efficient and powerful IoT coverage.
However, the transition presents challenges for existing systems, which may require extensive and costly hardware upgrades. Companies need strategic planning to future-proof their solutions and make the most of IoT coverage.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about IoT coverage
1. What are IoT networks?
IoT networks are communication infrastructures for connecting IoT devices to each other and the internet. They enable the transfer of data between physical objects and analysis platforms.
2. Which IoT networks are available?
IoT devices use a variety of networks, including conventional cellular standards such as 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE and 5G, as well as specialized Low-Power Wide Area Networks (LPWAN) like NB-IoT and LTE-M.
3. What is NB-IoT and LTE-M?
NB-IoT and LTE-M were developed for IoT applications with low energy consumption and the ability to transfer small amounts of data over long distances.
4. What is the difference between NB-IoT and LTE-M?
NB-IoT is optimal for applications that require a very low data rate, as well as maximum energy efficiency, and are mostly stationary. LTE-M offers higher data rates, better mobile capability through handover support and lower latency.