Telecommunications network provider Vodafone launches Internet-of-Things sim and four smart products under “V by Vodafone”

Briefing

Telecommunications network provider Vodafone launches Internet-of-Things sim and four smart products under “V by Vodafone”

November 8, 2017

Briefing

  • Internet-of-Things Sim – Launched sim card “V-Sim by Vodafone” for Internet-of-Things, which will connect devices to Vodafone’s Internet-of-Things network (sim is automatically included with purchase of any consumer IoT electronics products sold by Vodafone)
  • Lower Prices – IoT sim card costs £5 (US$6.80) upfront, with charges of £3 (US$4) or £4 (US$5.44) per month depending on device, less than £9.50 (US$12.91) per month Vodafone charges for phone sim
  • “V by Vodafone” Mobile App – Connects all devices to mobile app, allowing management of devices through single interface
  • V-Auto – Car dongle that works with cars manufactured since 2002, providing emergency dialing, car tracking, and driver scoring capabilities
  • V-Camera – Internet-connected camera that enables remote monitoring of any location with 3G or 4G coverage
  • V-Pet – Location and activity tracker for dogs and cats that alerts when pets stray from area and tracks pet’s location, activity, and sleeping patterns
  • V-Bag – Notifies user when bag leaves designated place, reducing risk of theft or loss

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Business Model and Practices

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Sector

Consumer Durables, Information Technology, Telecommunications

Organization

Vodafone Group plc

Source

Original Publication Date

November 7, 2017

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