Semtech LoRa Technology Powers Amazon Sidewalk Global Expansion: Coming to Canada and Mexico in 2026

San Francisco — Semtech Corporation announced that its LoRa technology will power Amazon Sidewalk's global expansion. Amazon Sidewalk is a wireless community network established by Amazon to provide connectivity services for smart home devices.

Amazon Sidewalk currently covers over 90% of the US population. With 2026 approaching, Ring plans to launch its Amazon Sidewalk network globally, with the first expansion countries including Canada and Mexico.

LoRa is a Low-Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) technology, known for its long-range transmission and low power consumption characteristics. Compared to traditional WiFi or cellular networks, LoRa is more suitable for IoT devices that require long battery life, such as smart locks, sensors, and more.

The Amazon Sidewalk network uses LoRa technology to provide connectivity support for devices when WiFi or Bluetooth is unavailable. The network can also help users use various smart home devices without relying on home WiFi.

Semtech is the developer of LoRa technology, and its stock price has risen recently due to this partnership. Analysts believe Amazon Sidewalk's global expansion will bring broader application scenarios for LoRa technology.

With the continued growth of the smart home market, demand for IoT connectivity technology is also increasing. LoRa's low-power characteristics make it an ideal choice for smart home devices. In the coming years, we may see more LoRa-based IoT applications in daily life.

Reference Sources: Benzinga, IoT Business News