At the end of 2025, the 3G network in New Zealand will be shut down (source: https://www.spark.co.nz/shop/mobile/4g-ready/). We will discuss why this is happening and what it means for New Zealand businesses with IoT deployments and fleet management needs. And most importantly – how to prepare for the change. Why the 3G Network is being shu...

In New Zealand, the transition from 3G to 4G cutover hardware signifies a significant leap in connectivity infrastructure, especially in urban hubs like the central city.  When evaluating hardware, it is essential to consider both the expected lifespan and the necessary speed for system upgrades. Some 3G systems have been running for ove...

Unlocking the Potential of IoT Applications with Milesight's LoRaWAN Gateways In the ever-evolving landscape of the Internet of Things (IoT), connectivity is the key to unlocking massive possibilities. Milesight offer a range of cutting-edge LoRaWAN® Gateways, bridging the gap between the physical and digital realms and empowering businesses a...

In an era where security concerns are paramount, video surveillance cameras are crucial in safeguarding homes, businesses, and public spaces. With technological advancements, the market is flooded with various options, making it essential to choose the right video surveillance camera for your specific needs. In this guide, we will explore the k...

1. LoRa is LoRaWAN.  LoRaWAN is the network's communication protocol and system architecture, while LoRa is the physical radio layer enabling the long-range communication link. The LoRaWAN protocol and network architecture directly influence the battery lifetime of a node, network capacity, quality of service, security, and the variety of a...

IoT has huge potential to transform the way we think and operate in a large range of industries. In the dynamic realm of industries, the Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly emerging as a catalyst for transformative change. By seamlessly interconnecting devices, sensors, and systems, IoT holds the potential to revolutionize operations, leadi...

Building an IoT network can be overwhelming, but you can make your idea come to life with a key objective/goal in mind and the right tools and support. The IoT Hardware Toolkit  In your network toolkit, you will typically have: Sensors and Actuators (to collect data and activate things), Controllers (to combine and process the dat...

Introducing the UniFi Protect Smart Flood Light, the latest in the UniFi Protect line of security products. https://www.gowifi.co.nz/ubiquitinetworks/up-floodlight.html This smart managed floodlight comes with integrated motion detection and light sensor. Housed in a compact, sleek design for low profile mounting. Its durable IPX5...

In this blog I will demonstrate how I connected a VSSL A.1 to my Focusrite Scarlett audio interface and configured it as an audio out in Logic Pro X. This blog demonstrates the flexibility of deployment possibilities that the VSSL A.1 provides. My main aim was to use a pair of TruAudio B23 Bad Boy speakers (https://bit.ly/3q6y2og) as st...

Do you have non-PoE networking devices that need an ethernet connection? Don't want to spend lots of money or large data switches? Introducing the USW-Flex-Mini A low-cost, non-PoE UniFi switch with 5 gigabit ethernet ports. Features: PoE-In support on port 1. This allows you to power the switch via an existing 802.3af-com...