on 16-10-2023 15:33
Hi, we are launching a product using LTE-M and we are finding a lot of areas where there is no coverage. Is there an accurate map that shows where LTE-M is actually available? If we know this at least we can plan for it.
Thanks
Parj
on 16-10-2023 15:38
Only this O2 Service Status but it's computer generated so not 100% reliable.
on 16-10-2023 15:40
I doubt very much that O2 can provide any accurate network map
They claim to have coverage in many areas that it barely exists
In any case you would need to address your query direct with O2 head office in Slough as customer service can't help with this
16-10-2023 15:51 - edited 16-10-2023 15:53
16-10-2023 15:51 - edited 16-10-2023 15:53
This is the coverage map that shows LTE-M (and other LPWAN's)
https://www.o2.co.uk/business/solutions/iot/lpwan
This is the LTE-M and NB-IOT Status Checker
https://www.o2.co.uk/business/support/network-support/lte-status-checker
It is still rolling out, but the best thing to do is speak to the Enterprise Team...
on 16-10-2023 15:58
As EE are only just trialing LTE-M in a few small areas, the probability of O2 being ahead of the curve on this is about zero.
16-10-2023 16:03 - edited 16-10-2023 16:04
16-10-2023 16:03 - edited 16-10-2023 16:04
Actually o2 are ahead of the game, as they have some big IOT contracts, which need rich data... So for once, and its hard to believe, o2 are ahead of the game.. even where I live has o2 LTE-M coverage already...
One thing to remember is these are Enterprise contracts in the 7 Figure ranges...