Telecom26 is an independent, global mobile operator offering worldwide connectivity to devices through our multi-network global IoT eSIMs.
This article in The Hardware Times titled Five Reasons Why You Should Already Have A Multi-Network Roaming SIM perfectly summarises some of the many benefits of using Telecom26’s global IoT eSIMs:
“1. Stay Connected As You Move”
With Telecom26 you have access to more than 1100 network connections and 620 mobile operators to secure unrivalled global coverage. Our IoT eSIMs automatically select the best performing network in the area, cross-border, while providing enterprises with the freedom to change SIM profiles and services with ease.
“2. Make the Most of Flexible Solutions
If your business involves IoT then an M2M roaming option with access to multiple networks makes sense. Any devices or vehicles that require connectivity will benefit from the solution, including telematics, GPS tracking, and fleet management. It’s easy to apply to many business types as it provides the reliability that regular SIMs don’t.
3. Optimal Signal and Reliability
There are two types of multi-network roaming SIMs: Steered and non-steered. The importance of using a non-steered card is that you’re not only benefitting from the ability to roam. You also aren’t tied to one network. Instead of prioritising the main one, a non-steered card will always choose the best option for a strong signal. That way, you can keep downtime to an absolute minimum.
4. Keep Working On the Move
Connected devices like 5G drones, scooters, and other mobile IoT objects can be operational in many locations, in fact across many countries, at once. You’ll need a reliable solution that allows for two-way connectivity. If you need data, like the object’s location or other performance indicators, a multi-network solution can help, even if you and your devices are in motion.
5. Stay in Control
One of the most significant advantages of global M2M SIMs is the control you have through the management platform. It means you can view essential information, such as data usage, and you’ll have the ability to activate and deactivate as required”.
The Hardware Times concludes that “not only are multi-network roaming SIMs a cost-effective solution, but they also come with many other advantages for your business. You can take advantage of stable networks across several countries, giving your control and the ability to keep working”.
The IoT eSIM team at Telecom26 agree!
Shipping IoT devices with IoT eSIMs
In this earlier blog Global SIMs - why IoT devices should be shipped with them, we discussed how and why IoT projects often fail because of poor connectivity – and discussed the advantages of shipping IoT devices with in-built global connectivity from Telecom26 provided by our global IoT eSIMs and physical SIM cards.
Reliable connectivity is key to the success of most IoT projects. And yet far too often IoT device manufacturers leave the connectivity component – including the selection of IoT eSIM and IoT physical SIM - to the end-user or agency that deploys their device - and may well end up blaming the device rather than poor connectivity for project failure.
However, when a manufacturer decides to take greater control over the connectivity of its IoT devices, it faces another challenge - it may not know where its device will end up and, even if it knows the country and can partner with a particular MNO the device’s connectivity is still at the mercy of one operator with unreliable bandwidth and patchy connectivity very real possibilities.
And again this will leave the owner of the IoT device left with the problem of juggling multiple SIMs – IoT SIMs and physical SIMs - across devices to find the strongest local network.
IoT eSIMs and iSIMs
Moving on a little from IoT eSIMs we have also discussed the emergence of integrated SIMs (iSIMs) which, according to IoT magazine, “moves the SIM from a separate chip into a dedicated silicon area which sits alongside the application processor and/or cellular radio”.
In a nutshell, IoT eSIMs spell the end of the physical chip whilst iSIMs remove the need for any chip at all. Our team of IoT experts believe that iSIMs will be embraced by IoT device manufacturers as small sensors need to conserve space and reduce power consumption.
However, whatever type of SIM card is used in an IoT device - traditional physical IoT SIM cards, IoT eSIM, iSIM - IoT device manufacturers should be inserting themselves into the connectivity problem at the point of production.
Telecom26’s Global IoT eSIMs
Telecom26 is an independent, global mobile operator offering worldwide connectivity to devices through our global IoT eSIMs.
We own our network core and operational assets leveraging relationships with more than 1100 network connections and 620 mobile operators to secure unrivalled global coverage.
We offer a full range of telecom services and connectivity options including 5G (where available), LTE-M, WiFi, private networks, 2G, 3G and 4G, as well offshore connectivity capabilities.
Our customers include enterprises, OEMS and NGOs who want a single delivery partner, cross-border solutions and network coverage that is secure, resilient and can be tailored to meet specific and evolving needs.
At the heart of Telecom26’s IoT service are our global IoT eSIMs and physical SIM cards. Just one of our global IoT eSIMs and physical SIM cards in an IoT device:
- Provides access to all of the networks covered by our global roaming service. That’s 1100+ cellular networks belonging to 650+ mobile operators in 200+ countries.
- Removes the need to worry about the coverage of a single MNO, or the existence of roaming alliances. Our SIMs automatically select the best performing network in the area, cross-border, while providing enterprises with the freedom to change SIM profiles and services with ease.
- Can be customised with routing profiles built for each IoT device according to a customer’s needs and budget. For example, for organisations that are more price sensitive we can ensure that our Global SIM cards automatically connect to the cheapest service in the area.
In addition, Telecom26’s global IoT eSIMs and physical SIM cards:
- Are programmable over the air - Over the Air (OTA) updates enable remote control of SIM profiles and it’s easy to add new profiles and adjust services on the fly.
- Have secure, independent architecture based on Standards-based, 3GPP-compliant infrastructure, with Tier-1, carrier-grade performance
- Use API access with a full management portal for business process integration and a comprehensive interface, for full control of IoT devices.
We support all current SIM form factors, including 2FF, 3FF and 4FF – that’s mini, micro and nano, as well as MFF2. In addition to classic SIMs, we also offer Global IoT eSIM, which provides new levels of flexibility.
We take care of the full end-to-end lifecycle, from programming to reprogramming and all necessary updates.
In a nutshell, Telecom26 enables data connectivity, anywhere - so that your IoT SIM device can connect to the best available network, regardless of location.
You can read more about our IoT SIM service here.
And more about our global roaming service is here: https://www.telecom26.ch/network/iot-global-roaming
if you’d like to find out how Telecom26 can help your organisation to embrace the benefits of IoT SIMs, IoT eSIM, IoT Networks, improve IoT connectivity and Global Connectivity = and maximise IoT Security please contact us.
And if you’d like to discuss about IoT and Private Networks at Sea requirements please Get In Touch.
Catching-Up In-Person
Later in the year Telecom26 will be attending these major international trade fairs:
Mets Trade
15- 17 November
Amsterdam
MEDICA 2022
14–17 November 2022
Düsseldorf, Germany
If you, or one of your team, will be at any of these shows and would like to discuss our IoT and global connectivity services in-person then please book a meeting.
