Massive MIMO, or Massive Multiple-Input Multiple-Output, is a core technology used in advanced wireless systems, and it's a key component in many of Inseego's 5G products. It's an evolution of traditional MIMO, which uses a small number of antennas. Massive MIMO scales this up significantly, employing a large array of antennas at the base station to send and receive signals. This allows for powerful improvements in communication.

Key benefits of massive MIMO

Massive MIMO offers several advantages that are essential for modern wireless networks:

  • Improved data efficiency: It increases the amount of data that can be transmitted over a given frequency band, which is crucial for handling the high data demands of 5G.
  • Enhanced energy efficiency: By focusing the signal more precisely, the system can transmit the same amount of data using less power. This is achieved through a technique called beamforming, which directs the signal's energy toward a specific user, rather than broadcasting it in all directions.
  • Increased reliability & capacity: With a large number of antennas, Massive MIMO provides a more robust signal, reducing the effects of interference and fading. It also allows for multiple users to be served simultaneously on the same frequency, drastically increasing network capacity.
  • Better coverage: Beamforming enables Massive MIMO to extend the reach of the network, improving performance at the edges of a cell and in areas with poor signal strength.

Inseego products with massive MIMO

Inseego's 5G FWA routers and mobile hotspots are designed to leverage the benefits of Massive MIMO technology. Our Wavemaker™ series of 5G indoor cellular routers, such as the FX3100 series and the FX4100, feature advanced antenna arrays and support for 4x4 MIMO on both 5G and 4G LTE. Our MiFi® X PRO mobile hotspot also utilizes 4x4 MIMO. This technology allows these devices to deliver gigabit-class speeds and reliable connectivity by fully exploiting the capabilities of the carrier's Massive MIMO infrastructure.