Introduced by TCL, the industry’s first 5G RedCap product portfolio includes both private and public solutions, offering cost-effective options for migrating from 4G to 5G. A significant milestone in commercializing 5G RedCap for M2M (Machine to Machine) and consumer scenarios, the TCL LINKPORT IK511 supports speeds up to 220Mbps and ensures efficient, seamless integration with existing 5G networks. Its compact design, weighing just 28.7g, makes it the smallest and lightest 5G dongle available, offering portability and ease of use with plug-and-play capability. Compatible with various operating systems and featuring multiple management options, the IK511 is designed to empower both industrial and consumer applications.

TCL LINKPORT IK511: Available in H2 2024 in the US.

Launched in Europe, at this year´s MWC 2024, the TCL LINKKEY IK511 is one of the world’s first 3GPP R17 5G RedCap USB dongles, marking a significant milestone in the commercialization of 5G RedCap for both M2M (Machine to Machine) and consumer use cases. This launch advances TCL’s commitment to making 5G accessible for everyone, everywhere.

Also announced at MWC 2024, the LINKKEY IK512 is designed for bandwidth-intensive scenarios, offering speeds of up to 2.46Gbps. It addresses the needs of M2M and consumer applications that require high bandwidth, robust connectivity, and low-latency performance.

5G RedCap reduces both costs and power consumption compared to 5G eMBB, enabling users to enjoy 5G features with less investment. This development is key to the upcoming 5G deployments, accelerating the rapid industrial digitalization.