Fibocom has announced the latest addition to its LTE Cat 1 bis module portfolio at MWC Shanghai 2024. The MC610-GL module is designed for high reliability, ultra-compact size, and cost-effectiveness, aiming to support IoT scalability in vertical markets such as asset tracking, E-mobility, and AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure).
Recent reports from IoT Analytics reveal that the Global Cellular IoT Module market experienced a 7% year-on-year growth in Q1 2024. Despite inventory and demand challenges in several regions, technologies like 5G and LTE Cat 1 bis have demonstrated a combined market growth of 67% year-on-year, highlighting their significant role in the overall expansion of the cellular IoT module market.
“The statistics have verified Cat 1 bis’ driving forces in bringing affordable and reliable wireless connectivity service to a diversified IoT landscape, even though 5G remains strong performance in the data-intensive scenarios, and Cat 1 bis takes the lead in the mainstream low and medium speed market thanks to the worldwide 4G infrastructure,” said Kevin Guan, Director of MTC Product Marketing at Fibocom. “Without a doubt, we are optimistic in expanding the utilisation of Cat 1 bis technology in segment areas and providing the value-added reference design service to industry customers. Looking forward, the MC610-GL is expected to address its top performance in the global market and accelerate the large-scale IoT deployment worldwide.”
Developed on the UNISOC 8910DM platform, the MC610-GL supports major carrier frequency bands globally and complies with various network standards, ensuring consistent wireless connectivity in all locations, particularly for asset tracking applications. It features an ultra-compact LCC+LGA form factor, measuring 24.2 x 26.2 x 2.1mm, with dual-mode (4G+2G) support, facilitating an easy switch from LTE Cat M to Cat 1 bis with minimal investment. The module, equipped with extensive standard interfaces, serves a wide range of low-to-medium speed IoT industries with up to 10Mbps downlink data transmission, significantly reducing costs.
Fibocom’s industry capabilities offer customers reference design services and support, shortening the time to market. Additionally, regional versions for EMEA (MC610-EU) and Latin America (MC610-LA) can be customised to meet customers’ cost considerations. The commercial sample will be available in July 2024.
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