Why are 4G PoC walkie-talkies so popular?

4GPOC walkie-talkies utilize mobile internet technology, combining network traffic and smartphones to simulate the operation of a walkie-talkie. Because they use public network traffic for communication, they are also called public network walkie-talkies. Often, public network walkie-talkies are also referred to as Poc (Push to Talk Over Cellular).
4GPOC walkie-talkies are now widely used, and various industries are beginning to accept this technology. There are numerous application cases in fields such as public safety, fire fighting, chemical industry, ports, and transportation. What accounts for the widespread acceptance of 4GPOC walkie-talkies across different industries?

                                              No network infrastructure is required.

Public network intercom relies on existing mobile internet resources provided by mobile operators. This means it uses the same network as your mobile phone. All you need is a data SIM card from your mobile operator to communicate. This differs from other private network intercom systems, which require the deployment of base stations, repeaters, and other equipment. Relatively speaking, this investment can be completely saved.   

Leveraging existing carrier networks, and with continued investment in 4G/5G networks in recent years, network coverage has become virtually seamless, ensuring ubiquitous availability. This has significantly improved the user experience of public network intercom applications.
                                             

                                                     Large communication coverage

 4GPOC walkie-talkies rely on the network environment provided by telecom operators, resulting in extremely wide coverage. Theoretically, a 4GPOC walkie-talkie can communicate anywhere in the world with operator network coverage. In contrast, ordinary walkie-talkies have a communication range of only a few kilometers to a dozen kilometers. 4GPOC walkie-talkies can reach thousands of kilometers, as long as there is a network connection. We have also found many public network walkie-talkies sold online advertised as having a 5000-kilometer range. In reality, their communication range is far greater than 5000 kilometers.

                                                Wide variety of terminals at low prices
             

A variety of terminals are available.

Many dedicated public network walkie-talkies are also available, with an appearance identical to ordinary walkie-talkies, without altering the user's operating system. Additionally, numerous smart terminals are available, shaped like recorders, smart helmets, and smart flashlights, also enabling public network communication capabilities. This contrasts sharply with the limited design of traditional walkie-talkies.

Users can choose from a wider range of smart public network walkie-talkie terminals based on their budget and usage scenarios.

Rich Intercom Functions

Public network walkie-talkies, operating on 4G/5G broadband networks and smart terminals, possess richer service capabilities than traditional walkie-talkies which only offer voice communication. Public network walkie-talkies can achieve audio and video communication, video transmission, GIS positioning, and a range of other rich media applications. They can also be more closely integrated with dispatch and command systems to achieve even greater functionality.
 4GPOC walkie-talkies have lower operating costs. Because they require access to a carrier's network resources, a data SIM card is necessary. However, public network walkie-talkies generally only require an IoT SIM card, and their data costs are very low. Many 4GPOC walkie-talkie platforms also have low platform usage fees, ranging from a few yuan to tens of yuan per year. Overall, their operating costs are significantly lower than the network setup and equipment costs of traditional private network trunking walkie-talkies.

                                             Simple management and maintenance

The management and maintenance of 4GPOC walkie-talkies are relatively simple. All user data and various functions of the 4GPOC walkie-talkies can be maintained through a server backend.

In contrast, building a dedicated network trunking system requires maintaining system resources, base stations, antennas, transmission systems, power systems, etc. The long-term maintenance costs are also an important consideration.