US EditionIridium (NASDAQ: IRDM) teams with Vodafone IoT for NTN NB-IoT direct-to-device coverage, global service planned in 2026
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The main operators, such as Movistar, MasOrange and Vodafone, have already started the process or have programmed the closure of their third generation networks. This process will affect users with old mobiles or without VoLTE calls. Nor will IoT devices or alarm systems be released, although these also work with 2G. We explain to you when each network will be shut down and how to know if your phone will continue to work. Why does Spain turn off…
Iridium partners Vodafone IoT to deliver D2D and other services globally
From next year, Vodafone IoT’s NB-IoT customers will be able to use the Iridium network for messaging, tracking and real-time monitoring of IoT, automotive and industrial devices Iridium Communications, which provides global voice, data, and satellite services is to integrate its Iridium NTN Direct service into those of Vodafone IoT to extend the latter’s NB-IoT coverage. The partners say this will connect devices even in the most remote locati…
Vodafone IoT and Iridium Partner for NTN NB-IoT Connectivity
Iridium NTN Direct satellite connectivity will give Vodafone IoT’s customers even more coverage across the planet Iridium Communications Inc., a leading provider of global voice, data, and PNT satellite services, today announced a new partnership with Vodafone IoT to integrate its Iridium NTN DirectSM service. The new partnership will extend Vodafone IoT’s coverage for customers wanting NB-IoT connectivity – meaning that devices in the most remo…
Vodafone IoT, Iridium team on NB-IoT connectivity
Vodafone IoT partnered with Iridium Communications to integrate the satellite player’s NTN Direct satellite service, extending the operator’s narrowband connectivity offering to remote locations worldwide. Planned for commercial launch in 2026 following integration and testing, the collaboration will utilise Iridium’s 66 LEO birds, enabling Vodafone IoT customers to connect devices for data messaging, tracking and real-time monitoring. Customers…
Iridium (NASDAQ: IRDM) teams with Vodafone IoT for NTN NB-IoT direct-to-device coverage, global service planned in 2026
Iridium NTN Direct will integrate with Vodafone IoT to add NB‑IoT and direct‑to‑device links for data messaging, tracking, and monitoring. Global service planned in 2026 following integration and testing.
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