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2G calling alternative

Laura van Lent
Prodigy 40 points

I don't know if I placed this post correctly.

I am currtently developing a product that has the ability to call and text a person on the touch of a button.

Since 2G disappears soon in the Netherlands, I am looking for an alternative to 2G.

Is there a way to achieve the same (calling and texting) without using 2G?

The 2G module I am using now costs about €3, so I would like the alternative to be around that price.

Thank you.

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    TI__Mastermind 23525 points
    Can you please clarify what device you have the question about? It looks like this was routed to the wrong response team.

    Thanks,
    Travis
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    TI__Guru 71516 points

    Hello Laura,

      Thanks very much for your question - could you provide some information about the 2G Module you are now using?  Is this a TI module?  As I understand, you are simply wanting to change the RF carrier from 2G to 3G, is that correct?

    If not, and you are redesigning this module, a block diagram and any other detailed information you can share would be very helpful.

    At your service,

    ~Leonard 

  • 0 in reply to LeonardEllis
    Prodigy 40 points

    LeonardEllis said:

    could you provide some information about the 2G Module you are now using?  Is this a TI module?

    The module that is currently being used is a SIM800C.

    LeonardEllis said:

    As I understand, you are simply wanting to change the RF carrier from 2G to 3G, is that correct?

    Yes, but 3G is just an example of alternatives to 2G. I have seen that 3G modules are not nearly as cheap as 2G modules, but 4G modules come really close.

    So I am just wondering if any TI modules come close to this specification (4G, cheap, and being able to call and text).

    Thank you!

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    TI__Guru 71516 points

    Hi Laura,

    We do not have a module that is similar to the SimCom module.  Our focus is, of course, ICs, so while we may supply the basic components that are used in such a module, we do not engage in the finished-product RF module.  

    I'm sure you will find a supplier that will meet your requirements. 

    Regards,

    ~Leonard