Samsung presents tracker that works with LTE-M instead of Bluetooth

Samsung has presented a tracker that works with LTE-M instead of Bluetooth. As a result, the user does not need to be nearby to locate the tracker. The device is currently only available in the United States.

The tracker is compatible with Samsung’s smart home platform SmartThings, the manufacturer reports. This allows him to give a signal when he leaves a certain location. This signal can, for example, ensure that devices switch on or off automatically when the user enters or leaves.

Because the tracker works with lte-m, Samsung has made deals with American providers for the functionality. Lte-m is a low-power version of the existing 4G network and works on a small part of the existing spectrum for 4G. Because lte-m is made to transfer little data, the small battery in the device lasts for a week, claims the manufacturer.

However, users have to pay for access to the lte-m network. That’s included in the $99 purchase price for the first year, but after that, users will have to pay $50 a year after that. The tracker will be released in the United States from AT&T and Verizon. Nothing is known about a possible release in Europe.