A heart-felt break-up? Life beyond NB-IoT
AT&T stops supporting NB-IoT Last November, the IoT world was caught off guard by AT&T’s announcement to discontinue its support for Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) by Q1 2025. For many, this came as a big surprise. NB-IoT was considered the prodigy technology, promising low power, long range, and low cost connectivity. While NB-IoT never reached mass […]
Understanding Private 4G/5G Networks for IoT
In the early days of IoT, networks didn’t need to move much data. Just a few kilobytes were enough for machine-to-machine communication around the turn of the millennium. In other words, IoT began with low-capability devices and minimal connectivity needs. That’s no longer the case. Today, smart security cameras send video streams through the network. […]
“It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint”
I will always remember this sentence from one of my friends and early investors in one of my startups. When starting a new company, you are certain you are going to conquer the world. The story is solid, the timing is perfect, and the market cap is endless. However, it takes time, and things don’t […]
Strengthening the Lifeline of Connected Devices – Why we raised $27 million
The Monogoto journey has been nothing short of excitement. What began as an ambitious idea of lowering the barrier to develop connected devices, has now led us to a Series A investment round of $27 million. The round was led by Toyota Ventures and backed by Samsung Next, the ACTIVE fund, Assembly Ventures, Magenta Venture […]
Five Ways Software-Defined Connectivity is Transforming Smart Energy
The evolution of the Internet of Things (IoT) has brought significant advancements to many sectors, and the energy industry is no exception. The integration of IoT into this industry is completely revolutionizing how energy is managed, distributed, and consumed. IoT solutions offer unprecedented capabilities for real-time data collection, analysis, and optimization, enabling more efficient and […]
Five Reasons Packet Capture is a Crucial Debugging Tool
To a layperson, IP communications can seem like magic—intangible smoke that only a sorcerer could interpret. But in actuality, relaying data across the network is more akin to mail delivery. Just like a letter being sent from one residence to another, IP communications go from Point A to Point B, crossing multiple points along a […]
Understanding the Device Ecosystem: Modems and Modules
When discussing the device ecosystem, particularly for cellular connectivity, it’s essential to understand the key components involved—modems and modules—because each plays a critical role in the functionality and performance of connected devices. Let’s explore the differences between them and their respective roles in the ecosystem. Modems A modem, short for modulator-demodulator, is a device that […]
Six Ways to Achieve a More Cost-Effective Deployment with Software-Defined Connectivity
As we introduced in our blog about the evolution of device connectivity, the IoT market is on the cusp of a sea change, transitioning from selling physical SIMs to offering a complete, cloud-based connectivity service. This new era of software-defined connectivity provides a competitive edge in achieving a more cost-effective IoT deployment. From hardware and […]
Why You Should Reconsider Satellite Connectivity for Your IoT Use Case
Satellite connectivity has been seen as a prohibitive option for IoT developers for many years. High costs, complex proprietary protocols, and long time-to-market have made it a less attractive choice compared to traditional terrestrial networks. However, advancements in technology and the evolving needs of global IoT deployments are changing this perspective. It’s time to reconsider […]
How Combining Cellular and Satellite Connectivity Improves Asset Tracking
The advent of cellular IoT connectivity revolutionized the way businesses were able to track assets and fleets around the world, and the exponential growth of connected devices continues at a rapid pace. The GSMA reports that between 2020 and 2022, the number of LTE-M networks increased nearly 30%. This increase demonstrates how fundamental connectivity has […]