Quectel Launches TELEC-Certified LTE Cat 1 bis Module for Japanese IoT Market
Event summary
- Quectel will showcase its TELEC-certified EG800AK-JP LTE Cat 1 bis module at Japan IT Week Spring 2026, April 8–10.
- The EG800AK-JP is designed for IoT applications in Japan and complies with local radio regulatory requirements.
- Quectel will also display its portfolio of cellular, GNSS, and short-range communication modules, along with antenna solutions and development tools.
- The QLM29H series of dual-band, multi-constellation GNSS receivers will be highlighted for high-precision positioning.
The big picture
Quectel's TELEC-certified EG800AK-JP module positions the company to capitalize on the growing demand for LTE Cat 1 bis technology in Japan's IoT market. As the industry evolves beyond traditional Cat M and NB-IoT standards, Quectel's solution aims to simplify regulatory compliance and accelerate product development for device manufacturers. The showcasing at Japan IT Week underscores the strategic importance of local certification in expanding IoT adoption.
What we're watching
- Market Adoption
- How quickly device manufacturers in Japan will integrate the EG800AK-JP into their products.
- Regulatory Compliance
- Whether the TELEC certification will streamline future IoT deployments in Japan.
- Technological Shift
- The pace at which LTE Cat 1 bis becomes the mainstream connectivity standard in IoT applications.
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