en.Wedoany.com Reported - Telia has launched a Critical IoT Connectivity service in Sweden, which it claims is the first in the country to use 5G standalone access. The service supports network slicing, ultra-low latency, and higher security, while enabling smarter network traffic management. Telia expects reliable performance even during peak network hours.
Fredrik Stenberg, Head of B2B at Telia Sweden, stated that through Telia Critical IoT Connectivity, organizations can deploy new digital solutions in the most critical and demanding parts of their operations without sacrificing security or control.
5G standalone access connectivity is a key requirement for 5G RedCap (Reduced Capability) devices, such as wireless security cameras and industrial sensors. These devices do not require data transmission speeds as high as those of smartphones but benefit from prioritizing energy efficiency and lower unit costs.
Telia stated that its 5G network covers 99% of Sweden's population and over 94% of the country's land area. Based on data collected in 2025, Umlaut has ranked Telia as Sweden's best mobile network for the sixth consecutive year.
This new service builds on the experience of Telia's NorthStar 5G innovation program, launched in 2023, which connects the 5G innovation network with Telia's public 5G network, enabling partners such as the Swedish Armed Forces and mining company Boliden to access advanced 5G features early. The military has benefited from positioning solutions for vehicles, equipment, and personnel, and has been testing tactical 5G networks to create temporary coverage bubbles in unconnected areas.
Telia is gradually phasing out older networks still used by some IoT customers. Like other mobile operators in Sweden, the company shut down its 3G network in 2025 and plans to close its 2G network by the end of 2027.
According to a report from the Swedish Post and Telecom Authority (PTS), Tele2 and Telenor also shut down their 2G networks in 2025. The report noted that the automotive, healthcare, and social care sectors, as well as municipalities and regions, were particularly affected by the closures, as these industries rely on connected devices that may be impacted. However, these organizations received sufficient advance notice to prepare accordingly. When PTS discovered in late 2025 that some phones would be unable to make emergency calls after the 2G and 3G shutdowns, it required operators to block affected devices, leading some users to purchase new phones.
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