RedCap, or NR-Light, is sort of the (next) big thing in 5G, developed exclusively for IoT devices. Think of it as a low-bandwidth, more efficient form of 5G that can keep your devices running longer without draining their battery. If you’re excited about the future of connected devices, keep an eye on everything RedCap has to offer!
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Unlike standard 5G, which emphasizes blazing fast speeds and high data transfer rates, RedCap is all about efficiency. It’s designed to be low bandwidth, meaning it doesn’t need as much power or a large antenna to keep devices connected. This means your connected devices can last longer on a single charge, which is good for wearables, XR glasses, and even portable devices like mobile hotspots.
According to Fierce Wireless, AT&T and T-Mobile are jumping on the RedCap bandwagon and it will be exciting to see what they come up with.
T-Mobile plans to release its first RedCap device before the end of the year, but details are still being kept under wraps.
