NB-IoT, or Narrowband Internet of Things, is a low-power, wide-area network (LPWAN) technology designed for the Internet of Things (IoT). It provides coverage in a wide range of environments, including urban areas, suburban areas, and rural areas.
The coverage of NB-IoT can reach up to several kilometers in urban areas with good signal propagation conditions, and even farther in suburban and rural areas. This wide coverage allows IoT devices to be deployed in a variety of locations, such as underground parking lots, basements, and remote villages.
For example, in a smart city scenario, NB-IoT can be used to connect various IoT devices such as streetlights, traffic sensors, and waste bins. The wide coverage of NB-IoT ensures that these devices can communicate with the backend server in real-time, enabling efficient management and operation of the city.
In terms of cloud services, Tencent Cloud provides comprehensive IoT solutions that support NB-IoT technology. By leveraging Tencent Cloud's IoT platform, developers can easily deploy and manage NB-IoT devices, and build customized IoT applications to meet various business needs.