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Creating a 2G Sunset ‘Plan of Action’ for Alarm Communications

As dealers are faced with upgrading large numbers of 2G customers, they must consider questions and complaints, future upgrades needed, and the ever-changing communications landscape when determining their approach.

Maggie Shein

March 26, 2013

The 2G communications sunset has already begun with reports of cellular carriers shutting down service of 2G towers (GSM and GPRS technology) in certain areas of the country. Many dealers have already been affected by these incidents — forcing them to upgrade customers as service is shut down.

4G Cellular Communication Devices

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March 1, 2013

CRN Wireless launched two 4G cellular communicators by its AlarmPath division.

AT&T Sets 2G Sunset

September 1, 2012

In a regulatory filing, AT&T Inc. announced it will shut down its second-generation, or “2G,” wireless network by the end of 2016.

Telguard Rewards Dealers With $25 Incentive for Replacing 2G Cellular Units

July 12, 2012

The Upgrade Incentive Program rewards dealers with up to $25 when they replace any manufacturer’s (including Telguard’s) installed 2G cellular alarm communicator with one of Telguard’s solutions for 3G/4G networks.

Increasing demand by businesses and organizations for cloud and managed services are generating newfound opportunities for installing security contractors to provide Access Control as a Service (ACaaS) solutions.