Semtech Corp. has unveiled two long range (LoRa) Gen 4 transceivers designed for AI-powered edge applications requiring image transfer capabilities and sensor networks.
Semtech said the strong market interest in LoRa Gen 4 technology is due to its ability to deliver up to 2.6 Mbps data rates.
Called the LR2022 dual band and the LR2012 sub-GHz transceivers, the devices are designed to deliver comparable data rates as those in short-range protocols but with a longer range, cheaper costs and improved resilience, Semtech said.
“Whether that’s multi-PHY capability for legacy system integration, dual-band operation for global coverage with a single SKU, or sub-GHz radio with best-in-class link budget, customers can standardize on a single architecture while protecting their investment and optimizing for their specific application,” said Madhu Rayabhari, senior VP and GM of analog mixed signal and wireless products group at Semtech.
The LR2022 is a dual-band transceiver designed for global sub-GHz 2.4 GHz or satellite connectivity. The LR2012 is focused on sub-GHz operations with a sensitivity down to 142 dBm for traditional IoT deployments.
These devices could be used for applications such as:
- Drone communication systems
- AI-driven security cameras
- Battery-powered sensors
- Audio classification devices
- Image recognition platforms
Both transceivers follow Semtech’s introduction of its first LoRa Plus devices for Gen 4 back in March of 2025 called the LR2021. The device is capable of 2.6 Mbps and is compatible with LoRa, LoRaWAN and Fast Long Range Communication (FLRC).
