Wi-Fi HaLow for IoT Applications

TRENDS AND OPPORTUNITIES

Wi-Fi HaLow, based on the IEEE 802.11ah standard, operates in the sub-GHz radio frequency range (902MHz–926MHz), distinguishing it from traditional Wi-Fi by utilizing narrower channels. Positioned as an IoT enabler, HaLow opens doors for diverse applications in industrial, agricultural, smart building, and smart city contexts.

According to IDC forecasts, by 2025, there will be an estimated 41.6 billion IoT devices, generating a substantial 79.4 zettabytes (ZB) of data. HaLow is particularly advantageous indoors, notably in smart homes. However, its potential in challenging LPWAN protocols for outdoor applications, which require low bit rates, such as smart metering and environmental monitoring is yet to be fully released.

BUSINESS BENEFITS

With the positive growth of IoT devices shipment and the current market fragmentation, Wi-Fi emerges as a unifying force, offering advantages to various industry players. This includes chipset vendors, Wi-Fi HaLow infrastructure vendors, IoT and wireless device OEMs, ISPs and operators, as well as vertical sector enterprises worldwide. Leveraging a widely recognized access technology and existing infrastructure, Wi-Fi facilitates seamless integration.

This project conducts a thorough evaluation of Wi-Fi HaLow technology through use cases, aiming to assess its comparative value in the low-power, long-range segment of the market against other unlicensed IoT technologies.

EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

• Expanding on the use cases examined in Phase 1, the Phase 2 focused on outcomes generated from designated test scenarios for Wi-Fi HaLow across key vertical markets.
• Phase 3 is an exciting opportunity for industry players to delve deeper into HaLow’s capabilities and the interoperability/roaming framework. This project is now entering the next phase and invite those interested in participating in trials across EMEA and APAC to join us.
• Commencing with the creation of vertical test beds and trial cases, the objective is to showcase optimal technical usage and implementation, followed by a thorough analysis of the test results.
• By participating, you will help to shape the future of IoT connectivity and drive innovation across various sectors. Join us in advancing the future of IoT.