Skylo Technologies has certified Sony’s Altair ALT1250 chipset for its satellite network. The certification enables seamless support for both cellular and native satellite connectivity in devices without manual switching. Sony’s Altair ALT1250 chipset, meeting Skylo’s high standards, opens up opportunities for remote tracking, IoT devices, wearables, and global communication solutions. The integration of this chipset with Skylo’s network accelerates the deployment of satellite-connected IoT solutions across industries such as fleet management, logistics, and agriculture.

Skylo Technologies, the pioneer in satellite network connectivity, today announces the certification of Sony Semiconductor Israel’s (Sony) ALT1250 chipset as part of the Skylo Certification Program.

All devices incorporating the chipset will seamlessly support both cellular and native satellite connectivity without requiring the user to manually switch between the two. Connectivity plans and devices are available through a Skylo mobile service provider partner.

Sony’s Altair ALT1250 has passed rigorous testing and evaluation, proving its capability to meet Skylo’s high standards for connectivity, power efficiency, and reliability. Now, devices equipped with the ALT1250 chipset can operate on Skylo’s satellite network, providing endless opportunities for remote tracking and sensing, IoT devices, wearables, and global communication solutions.

“We are excited to have Sony’s Altair ALT1250 achieve certification under Skylo’s program. This certification milestone will simplify module and end-device onboarding to Skylo’s enabled NTN,” said Dima Feldman, VP Product Management and Marketing at Sony Semiconductor Israel. “Our OneSKU technology now includes satellite communication and opens up a myriad of possibilities for innovation providing connectivity in multiple countries around the globe, both in urban and remote areas.”

Skylo’s Certification Program empowers manufacturers and developers by endorsing chipsets and devices that are fully compatible with its satellite-based communication platform. By doing so, Skylo is fostering a vast ecosystem of connected devices that can operate anywhere in the world. The integration of Sony’s Altair ALT1250 chipset with Skylo’s network will accelerate the deployment of satellite-connected IoT solutions globally, enabling data-driven decision-making across a host of industries including fleet management, logistics, agriculture, and beyond.

“This achievement under the Skylo Certification Program is no small feat. Sony’s Altair had to pass rigorous testing to ensure reliability, efficiency, and seamless integration for efficient operations over Skylo’s satellite network,” said Prasanna Iyengar, Sr. Director of Product Management for Skylo.

“It marks a significant milestone in IoT and wearables connectivity, enabling manufacturers to effortlessly incorporate NTN connectivity into their devices without the need for additional hardware modifications. This ensures that NTN is not just a feature but the foundation of ubiquitous connectivity.”

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Approval extends to FirstNet, built with AT&T

Sequans Communications, S.A., leader in 4G/5G cellular IoT chips and modules, announced that its Calliope 2 Cat 1bis platform, which includes the Calliope 2 chip and the GC02S1 module, has received modular approval for use on the AT&T commercial mobility network and the FirstNet® network.

The GC02S1 module has achieved technical acceptance from AT&T’s Lab, and the Calliope 2 chip has passed AT&T’s ADAPT chipset verification program.

Approval of the GC02S1 assures device makers that the module meets AT&T’s performance, interoperability and feature requirements. Modular approval is a core requirement enabling device makers the ability to bring end devices to market faster, utilizing the streamlined end device certification program* for both the AT&T network and for FirstNet. FirstNet is the nationwide high-speed broadband communications network built by AT&T, in public-private partnership with the First Responder Network Authority, for America’s first responders and the public safety community.

“We are very pleased to have these first Cat 1bis solutions from Sequans now approved for our network,” said Cameron Coursey, vice president, AT&T Connected Solutions. “The availability of Cat 1bis technology is of paramount importance to AT&T customers looking for efficient and reliable connectivity required by demanding IoT applications operating on AT&T’s network and the FirstNet network.”

Cat 1bis is a version of the LTE Cat 1 technology, designed to reduce cost and complexity by only requiring a single antenna. It is a universally available technology that has been optimized for cost and power consumption while retaining the high reliability and low latency of original Cat 1 technology. Typical applications for Cat 1bis include vehicle telematics, security and alarm systems, payment systems, and healthcare devices.

“Earning the first Cat 1bis approval from AT&T is a key accomplishment and of key importance to our customers,” said Georges Karam, CEO, Sequans.

“There are numerous IoT use cases where Cat 1bis is the ideal technology choice, and now that it is approved for FirstNet, I believe we will see a proliferation of Cat 1bis applications coming to market.”

Calliope 2 Cat 1bis Platform Description

The Calliope 2 platform is designed for critical IoT applications. It supports the optimized Cat 1bis standard, delivers ultra-low power consumption, and can be deployed on any LTE network. It delivers remarkably high levels of security and reliability. The Calliope 2 chip is designed in Europe and manufactured in Taiwan. The Calliope 2 GC02S1 module is assembled in Vietnam.

• Supports PSM and eDRX for ultra-low power consumption
• Data rate: up to 10 Mbps DL and 5 Mbps UL
• Supports external SIM and eSIM as well as integrated eSIM
• Common Criteria (CC) EAL5+ security for iSIM*
• Compatible with Sequans Monarch 2 LTE-M/NB-IoT platform for easy migration among Cat 1, LTE-M, NB-IoT.

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Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, is thrilled to announce that the Quectel EG915U module, has received approval from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) of Egypt.

The approval from NTRA is a significant milestone for Quectel, affirming the EG915U module’s compliance with the regulatory standards and requirements set by the Egyptian government.

This recognition further solidifies Quectel’s commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable, and compliant solutions for the rapidly evolving Internet of Things (IoT) landscape and with this approval from NTRA, businesses and developers in Egypt can confidently integrate the EG915U module into their IoT devices, ensuring compliance with local regulations and standards.

Quectel’s EG915U is a series of LTE Cat 1 modules, meticulously tailored for Machine-to-Machine (M2M) and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. Boasting impressive data rates of up to 10Mbps downlink and 5Mbps uplink, this series is engineered to meet the demands of high-performance connectivity.

“We are proud to receive the approval from NTRA, highlighting the excellence and compliance of our EG915U module,” commented Norbert Muhrer, President and CSO, Quectel Wireless Solutions.

“Quectel is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art IoT solutions, and this approval is a testament to our commitment to meeting the diverse needs of the global IoT ecosystem.”

Designed in a compact and unified form factor, the EG915U series seamlessly integrates with Quectel’s versatile multi-mode modules such as EG91, EG95, BG95, and BG96. This compatibility ensures a smooth transition between 2G and 4G networks, facilitating adaptability to diverse industry applications. Whether migrating between different network generations or catering to specific industry requirements, the EG915U series stands as a reliable and efficient solution.

The module boasts a comprehensive suite of internet protocols, industry-standard interfaces, and versatile functionalities, including USB drivers compatible with Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and 11, Linux, and Android. This enables the module to cater to a diverse array of M2M and IoT applications. These applications span various sectors, encompassing Point of Sale (POS), Proof of Concept (PoC), Electronic Toll Collection (ETC), shared equipment, data cards, energy control and monitoring, security and protection, as well as industrial Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs).

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Fibocom proudly announced that its 4G smart module SC126-NA has received certification from a leading carrier in North America. SC126-NA is an LTE entry-level, high-performance IoT SoC module tailored for the AIoT market, receiving the certification has verified the capability of its operation in the local telecom operator’s network, further accelerating the deployment of AIoT applications in the regional market.

Fibocom, a global leading provider of IoT (Internet of Things) wireless solutions and wireless communication modules, is proud to announce a pivotal achievement for its 4G smart module SC126-NA receiving the certification from one of the leading carriers in North America.

Integrated with a quad-core processor and leveraged 11nm technology, SC126-NA is a high-performance smart module designed for the entry-level intelligent IoT market, now the module is fully capable of providing an integrated, seamless connectivity service to a wide range of AIoT terminals including smart wireless payment terminals, industrial handhelds, 4G PTT-over-cellular terminals by gaining the certification.

The global artificial intelligence IoT market is projected to reach high demand with the expansion of AI technology. As an essential in fostering the AIoT market growth, smart module empowers IoT devices with mobile computing capabilities, allowing real-time data processing and analysis, greatly reducing the decision-making timeline in critical scenarios for industry customers and improving overall efficiency. The validation of Fibocom’s SC126-NA smart module can shorten the certification cycle of customers’ terminal devices and ease the investment concerns for customers’ IoT projects.

Notably, Fibocom SC126-NA is equipped with an open Android operating system with rich multimedia processing capabilities. It can be connected to an FHD (1920 x 1080 @30fps) touchscreen, supporting multi-channel camera input, plus H.265 / H.264 encoding and decoding capabilities and integrating with facial recognition algorithm. Packaged in LCC + LGA form factor, the module offers maximum flexibility for customers to develop terminal devices for various market demands. In addition, SC126-NA is capable of providing precise positioning and navigation with GNSS. Furthermore, with the scalability to support a rich set of interfaces including MIPI / USB / UART / SPI / I2C, etc, Fibocom SC126-NA is an ideal smart wireless solution for various applications that require the integration of cellular communication and multimedia features. With the expanding landscape of AIoT applications in the global market, Fibocom developed a series of regional versions of SC126 to support the frequency bands in Europe and APAC, as well as Wi-Fi only version to satisfy the booming market demands.

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Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, is delighted to announce it has been awarded the ISO 26262:2018 Functional Safety Process Certificate by Bureau Veritas (BV), a trusted and industry-recognized third-party certification body.

This milestone confirms that Quectel has successfully established a complete set of robust functional safety management process system in accordance with ISO 26262 standards, providing continuous support for the design and manufacturing of products that adhere to international safety standards.

In addition, Quectel’s LG69T (AB) automotive-grade GNSS module has received certification for meeting the stringent requirements of ISO 26262 ASIL B metrics, which underscores the LG69T (AB)’s ability to fulfill functional safety requirements, positioning it as a dependable solution for global automotive manufacturers and Tier-one suppliers.

Norbert Muhrer, President and CSO, Quectel Wireless Solutions, commented, “Securing ISO 26262 certifications marks a significant milestone in Quectel’s commitment to delivering top-tier products and services to the global automotive market. With these certifications, our LG69T (AB) module, and forthcoming products, will play a pivotal role in advancing vehicle safety and the evolution of autonomous driving. Moving forward, we remain dedicated to creating more automotive-grade products that meet safety standards, contributing to the ongoing development of the intelligent driving industry.”

As driving technology progresses to more advanced levels of automation, the number of electronic and electrical systems within vehicles continues to grow. The complexity of software and hardware systems presents additional challenges in functional safety technologies. Selecting components compliant with functional safety standards can assist automotive manufacturers and Tier-one suppliers in improving their product development processes, ultimately ensuring vehicle safety.

Quectel’s LG69T (AB) is an automotive-grade high-precision GNSS positioning module based on the STMicroelectronics Teseo APP platform. When combined with multiple positioning technologies such as Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) and Dead Reckoning (DR), this dual-frequency module can achieve centimeter-level positioning accuracy, nanosecond-level real-time response, and time and position sharing between vehicles.

Moreover, the LG69T (AB) features over 40 safety mechanisms encompassing temperature detection, tracking channel checks, signal quality monitoring, voltage monitoring, antenna monitoring, and more, ensuring continuous monitoring of the module’s health status. Additionally, its high flexibility and configurability allow customization to meet the functional safety requirements of a wide range of application scenarios, according to customer needs.

In addition to obtaining ISO 26262 functional safety process certification, Quectel has earned other crucial certifications, including ISO/SAE 21434 Automotive Cybersecurity Management System certification which indicates the company’s organizational and engineering processes for cybersecurity are compliant with international standards, as well as ISO 27001 Product Information Security Management System certification, ASPICE CL2, CMMI Level 3, and IATF 16949:2016 Automotive Quality Management System certification.

These certifications underscore Quectel’s focus in providing high-quality, secure, and compliant automotive products and solutions to global partners in the automotive industry.

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Fibocom’s 5G module FM160-NA has achieved an industry-leading milestone by receiving all three major US carriers’ certifications. The module has been approved to deliver optimal 5G connectivity service on all three carriers’ networks with verified capabilities, bolstering the mobile broadband applications with the best-in-class 5G experience.

Fibocom, a global leading provider of IoT (Internet of Things) wireless solutions and wireless communication modules, announces the significant milestone of its 5G module FM160-NA on the completion of receiving all three major US carriers’ certifications.

The industry-leading FM160-NA will help customers in the North America market to reduce the time-to-market, accelerating the 5G FWA commercialization.

Supporting NR Carrier Aggregation (CA), FM160-NA optimizes 5G user experience with extended coverage, boosted throughput, and increased capacity. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon® X62 modem chipset, FM160-NA is backward compatible with LTE-TDD and LTE-FDD network standards. It delivers maximum downlink rates of 3.5Gbps and uplink rates of 900Mbps under 5G, empowering IoT applications with lightning data transmission speeds. Packaged in M.2 form factor with the size of 30x52x2.3mm, the module is pin-compatible with Fibocom’s Release 15 module FM150, which allows customers to advance the 5G terminals without investment concerns.

According to the research conducted by Statista, the total amount of 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) connections is predicted to reach 236 million connections worldwide by 2028. In 2022, the number of 5G FWA connections in the world reached 19.23 million. The upgrade demand for higher data throughput for both 4G FWA service providers and early-stage 5G FWA service providers keeps growing. Customer Premises Equipment (CPE), as the access point to provide seamless and reliable connectivity service for homes, enterprises, and industries, is the key enabler in boosting FWA adoption. Fibocom FM160-NA is the ideal wireless solution for FWA customers to narrow down the digital divide by enabling gigabit connectivity for end devices such as CPE, ODU, mobile hot spot, USB dongles, etc.

FM160-NA provides high-performance positioning and navigation services for mobility scenarios with built-in multi-constellation GNSS. Moreover, it also supports abundant functionalities such as digital audio, VoLTE and VoNR, which is flexible to acquire via software upgrade. Meanwhile, it supports multiple operating systems (Linux/ Android/ Windows), various network protocols as well as industry-standard interfaces (USIM, USB 3.1, PCIe 4.0 and I2S), allowing much flexibility and ease of integration for FWA customer deployment.

Gene Santana, VP of Overseas Carriers Certification Dept., Fibocom, commented,

“We are thrilled to gain all three major carriers’ certifications with the robust quality of FM160-NA, which marks the remarkable achievements for FM160-NA in the North America market. Looking forward, Fibocom is confident to deliver the best-in-class 5G solution for diversified mobile broadband markets and work closely with operators to accelerate the 5G monetization.”

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ST87M01 NB-IoT modules now tested and approved by leading cellular network operator Vodafone.

STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, has announced the achievement of Vodafone NB-IoT certification of its ST87M01 NB-IoT and GNSS modules.

The ST87M01 combines cellular IoT connectivity and geolocation in a miniaturized, low-power, integrated module featured for wide-ranging IoT and smart-industrial applications.

“Completing our test program with Vodafone assures our customers of a reliable and future-proof data connection for their IoT solutions that leverage this module’s novel and power-efficient features,” said Domenico Arrigo, General Manager, Industrial and Power Conversion Division, STMicroelectronics. “Also, being entirely conceived, designed, and industrialized by ST ensures high product quality and security with supply independence and longevity.”

Sven Sobe, Senior Expert IoT Innovation & Certification at Vodafone, added:

“ST’s ST87M01 module has demonstrated flawless connectivity with our NB-IoT global infrastructure and offers an excellent option to connect to our network anywhere in Europe.”

The ST87M01 has also been recently certified by the Global Certification Forum (GCF) that promotes interoperability of mobile and IoT products. The module complies with 3GPP Release 15 and provides extended multi-regional LTE coverage.

Bringing together reliable geolocation capability with long-term assured cellular connectivity, the ST87M01 module addresses emerging massive IoT applications such as smart traffic-emergency lights, to become mandatory in Spain by 2026. The new lights supersede the passive emergency triangle, by providing real-time car geolocation to the local traffic-control system in the event of accident, consistent with the European road safety charter. The ST87M01 is the most integrated module in the market, embedding all the functions needed to support this application and paving the way towards safer and interconnected mobility.

NB-IoT certifications for the ST87M01 also come at the right time for design-in to new electric, water and gas smart-metering roll-outs planned worldwide. In particular, the module represents a very effective solution for deployment in the new Indian smart metering infrastructure, which is estimated to reach 250 million units in the next five years.

The module integrates a state-of-the-art ST4SIM embedded SIM (eSIM), certified according to the latest industry standards, such as the latest GSMA eSA (Security Assurance) certification. The ST4SIM also includes a certified embedded secure element (eSE). The complete circuitry is contained within an ultra-small 10.6mm x 12.8mm LGA package.

Low energy consumption features maximize the runtime of battery-powered applications. The integrated native GNSS receiver ensures optimized power-savings features while operating during NB-IoT sleep time slots.

The ST87M01 integrates easily with other components from ST’s portfolio such as MEMS intelligent actuators and sensors, interfaces, and other connectivity to address many more IoT applications that need precise geolocation. These include tracking devices for pets and personal possessions, industrial asset tracking, and sensors for use throughout smart infrastructure, smart agriculture, and others.

The ST87M01 is sampling now to major customers worldwide. Please contact your ST sales office for pricing options and sample requests.

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Recently, Fibocom has achieved certification from Telstra, the leading mobile network service provider in Australia, with its SDX62-empowered module FM160-EAU tested on Telstra’s 5G network, further verifying the capability of delivering superior and reliable connectivity service to local users.

Fibocom, a global leading provider of IoT (Internet of Things) wireless solutions and wireless communication modules, announced that the 3GPP Release 16 compliant module FM160-EAU has achieved the Telstra certification.

The module has been tested and verified on Telstra’s network to provide a high-performance 5G broadband service, driving the 5G adoption across industries such as FWA, security monitoring, and Industrial IoT in the regional market.

Broadband demand for regional and remote areas of Australian users has been growing rapidly, and FWA service is expected to cover more than 120,000 homes and business units by the end of 2024, according to Australia’s national broadband network (NBN). Meanwhile, 5G is empowered with extended capabilities as 3GPP standard evolves, therefore, it is crucial for FWA service providers to keep up with these advancements and bring an elevated experience for end users. The 5G Sub-6GHz module FM160-EAU is designed to provide an optimal 5G user experience with enhanced coverage, boosted throughput, and increased bandwidth. It is the ideal wireless solution for FWA service providers to bridge the gap of the digital divide by enabling gigabit connectivity for end devices such as CPE, ODU, mobile hot spot, USB dongles, etc.

Based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon® X62 modem chipset, FM160-EAU supports NR CA (Carrier Aggregation), and delivers ultra-fast speed of up to 3.5Gbps DL and 900Mbps UL, significantly optimizing the speed performance for those IoT applications that require high data throughput. In addition to hardware design, FM160-EAU packages in M.2 form factor and pin-compatible with Fibocom’s Release 15 module FM150, ensuring the smooth migration to advanced generations and minimizing the investment concerns. It is worth highlighting that FM160-EAU is capable of providing high-precision locating service with its built-in GNSS, and allows feasible customization on abundant functionalities such as digital audio, and industry-standard interfaces for the utilization of 5G applications.

“Validating the interoperability tests on Telstra’s mobile network and receiving the certification successfully signifies another breakthrough of Fibocom’s 5G strategy in the global market,” said Gene Santana, VP of Overseas Carriers Certification Department, Fibocom.

“With the implementation of 5G infrastructure in the regional market, we hope to deliver the resilient, fast and secure FM160-enabled 5G FWA solution to the Australian market in collaboration with Telstra.”

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Today, CTIA Certification and Ericsson announce their collaboration on a new Internet of Things (IoT) device certification program specifically designed for utilities.

The Smart Connected Infrastructure certification program addresses the increasing demand for advanced IoT deployments for utilities and creates a set of standards to ensure the safety and reliability of these devices.

“The new Smart Connected Infrastructure certification program will offer demonstrated security and performance best practices that give utilities the starting place to evaluate network compatibility and cybersecurity protections. We greatly appreciate Ericsson’s expertise in helping develop this program to target utilities’ needs and serving as the program’s initial test lab,” said Michelle James, Vice President of Strategic Industry Programs, CTIA.

“This program is a product of long-term industry collaboration between technology leaders and utility stakeholders to provide the solid baseline we need for connected IoT deployments on cellular networks.”

Building on CTIA Certification’s recently introduced IoT Network Certified program, the Smart Connected Infrastructure program is being developed specifically for power grids, water systems and the millions of smart meters that help make towns and communities more efficient and sustainable. The new program enables manufacturers whose designs incorporate a pre-certified wireless module to quickly and cost-effectively certify their IoT device using a process that takes advantage of the rigorous testing and certification already performed on the module.

“CTIA already has a proven device certification program that can test the interoperability, safety and security of IoT devices,” said Tom Sawanobori, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, CTIA. “The introduction of a program focused on IoT devices being deployed for utility applications is a natural extension and shows the increasing number of use cases that can benefit from industry baseline standards.”

“Together with CTIA, we are building a program based on leading voluntary standards that drives compatibility, safety and reliability of IoT devices when it comes to performance and cyber-security of devices deployed in mission critical networks,” said Elisiario Cunha Neto, Ericsson North America Vice President and CTO Business Development Customer Unit.

With new federal government funding for the development of smart cities and modernization of aging power grid infrastructure across the country, many communities are looking for best practices and how to safely and efficiently deploy connected infrastructure.

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Fibocom announces that its MediaTek-based 5G module FG360 has received certification from another major US carrier in June 2023. Based on the MediaTek T750 chipset, the module delivers an excellent 5G network experience to FWA applications, and enables wireless broadband connectivity in home, enterprise and manufacturing.

Fibocom Wireless Inc., a global leading provider of IoT (Internet of Things) wireless solutions and wireless communication modules, announces that the FG360 5G module has successfully received certification from another major US carrier.

The module is now qualified to provide wireless connection services under the US nationwide 5G network, and is capable of offering stable, seamless broadband connectivity to massive-data scenarios like FWA (Fixed Wireless Access), IIoT (Industrial IoT), intelligent robotics and telemedicine in the North American market.

Fibocom FG360 module is featuring on high integrity and reliability, designed to provide excellent 5G performance with up to 4.67Gbps downlink and 1.25Gbps uplink speed. Supporting global frequency bands & ENDC, the module has developed two versions FG360-NA and FG360-EAU adapting to regional markets. It’s worth mentioning that the module supports 5G Sub-6GHz 2CC CA (Carrier Aggregation) up to 200MHz frequency to improve the utilization of spectrum resources and ensure extended 5G coverage.

“The number of 5G FWA connections are expected to reach around $150 billion by 2028, representing almost 80 percent of the total FWA connections,” according to the latest Markets and Markets Report launched in January 2023.

Gene Santana, VP of Overseas Carriers Certification Dept., Fibocom, said:

“As a key enabler in the FWA commercialization, we are proud that FG360 has achieved another milestone in the US market. With proven capability and great success in collaboration with local customers, we will continue to offer best-in-class 5G FWA broadband solutions to customers worldwide.”

The FG360 module also allows end devices to enjoy the full benefits of high-speed 5G + Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, such as Wi-Fi 6 AX1800, AX3600 (Mainstream), AX4200 and AX6000 configurations. The module also supports GNSS, including GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo and QZSS. At present, Fibocom’s FG360 module has been globally certified by FCC/ CE/ PTCRB and major US carriers, and the commercial samples of FG360 are ready for mass production.

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Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, today announces that its 5G New Radio (NR) modules series, the RG620T has received FCC/ IC/ CE and RCM certifications.

The RG620T series is the first 5G module based on the MediaTek T830 System-on-Chip (SoC) to receive all these certifications. The certifications will enable customers to efficiently deploy their 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) devices around the globe.

The RG620T delivers an extensive range of cutting-edge features including ultra-high 5G data speeds, quad-core A55 CPU, the latest Wi-Fi 7 connection as well as a series of innovations in antenna frequency band design, flash memory and QuecOpen, making it an ideal solution for the FWA market which demands higher wireless performance and more design flexibility.

Available in commercial samples, the RG620T offers two variants, the RG620T-NA for the North American market, and the RG620T-EU for the EMEA, Asia-Pacific and Brazilian markets.

“As MediaTek’s long-term strategic partner, we have extended our cooperation across multiple product lines including 5G, LTE, LPWA, GNSS and more,” said Norbert Muhrer, President and CSO, Quectel Wireless Solutions.

“Leveraging the powerful performance of the MediaTek T830 platform, our globally certified 5G R16 module series RG620T will give new momentum to the growing 5G FWA market and other applications to deliver superior mobile broadband experiences.”

“5G is bringing new breakthroughs to ever more always-connected products. Together we are enabling smarter homes and business, industrial IoT and even the Internet of Vehicles,” said Martin Lin, Deputy General Manager of the Wireless Communications Business Unit at MediaTek. “Quectel is an important, long-term partner, and its RG620T, based on MediaTek T830, is an ideal platform to create leading next-generation, always-connected 5G FWA products for a wide range of applications and markets.”

Up to 7.01 Gbps download speeds

Compliant with the 3GPP Release 16 standard, the RG620T module supports up to 300 MHz downlink bandwidth and NR 4CA (four-carrier aggregation) in FDD and TDD modes, allowing 5G devices with this module inside to achieve download speeds of up to 7.01 Gbps. Additionally, the RG620T supports up to 200 MHz uplink bandwidth and NR 2CA, enabling uplink speeds of up to 2.5 Gbps.

The high bandwidth and low latency features make the RG620T especially suitable for innovative 5G use cases such as eXtended reality (XR) and cloud live broadcast. Its high bandwidth enables real-time wireless transmission of high-definition XR content, while the low-latency feature effectively reduces dizziness caused by image lag, and therefore provides an immersive experience for users.

The MediaTek T830 platform embedded in Quectel’s RG620T module integrates a quad-core Cortex-A55 CPU with a base frequency of 2.2 GHz. It also has a built-in M80 5G modem which adopts MediaTek’s 5G UltraSave technologies to ensure optimal energy efficiency for all 5G connection conditions. These powerful features make sure that 5G devices using the RG620T can take advantage of the CPU’s residual performance, improve processing efficiency while reducing costs.

Another significant benefit is that the SoC chipset solution does not need a host controller, allowing customers to reduce the debugging workload of USB or PCIe interfaces and ensuring that the module’s high throughput rate is not restricted by the USB or PCIe interface.

8RX for enhanced wireless performance

With advanced features including the hardware-level MediaTek Network Processing Unit (NPU), Wi-Fi Offload Engine, MediaTek 5G UltraSave power-saving technology, Power Class 1.5 (PC1.5) as well as PC2 High Power User Equipment (HPUE), the RG620T further reduces power consumption, improves throughput, and provides more stable and higher speed network services for a variety of 5G terminals including indoor and outdoor CPEs, home gateways, enterprise gateways, mobile hotspots, industrial routers, DTU, XR and 4K/8K ultra-high-definition live broadcast.

Additionally, the RG620T supports 8RX (Receive Antennas), which greatly enhances downlink speed, spectral efficiency, coverage quality and therefore delivers stable and super-fast 5G speeds even in complex indoor and outdoor environments. The RG620T series also integrate multiple interfaces including USXGMII, PCIe 4.0, PCIe 3.0 and USB3.2 in order to facilitate customer designs.

Flexible Wi-Fi 7 combinations

Besides cellular communication, the RG620T offers multiple Wi-Fi combinations including tri-band/dual-band 4×4 Wi-Fi 7 solution for 5G CPE, dual-band 2×2 Wi-Fi 7 for 5G mobile hotspots. The flexible offerings allow FWA terminals to leverage both 5G and Wi-Fi 7 capabilities and helps customers explore more pioneering application scenarios such as 4K/8K video transmission, VR/AR, cloud gaming, remote work, video conference as well as cloud computing. The module also features EasyMesh, making it easy to set up a mesh network with different IoT devices for seamless wireless connections. Its support of WPA3 R3 encryption protocol brings a higher level of safety to IoT devices.

To help customers to facilitate their designs, Quectel offers a variety of high-performance 5G antennas which boost wireless connectivity significantly. IoT developers can bundle the RG620T 5G modules with Quectel’s antennas and pre-certification services, reducing both cost and time-to-market for their 5G IoT devices.

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Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, today announces Quectel Certification Services, its range of IoT device certification and testing services that will enable customers to rapidly certify their IoT devices with regulatory organisations such as the FCC, IC, CE, ANATEL, RCM, KC, Jate and Telec and carrier organisations including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Rogers, TELUS and Vodafone.

This service will enable customers’ devices to gain certifications in under eight weeks and is not only the fastest time to market for IoT device manufacturers, but also the industry’s most cost-effective offering.

Certification across these disciplines is complex to achieve, involves multiple layers of certification from disparate organisations and, typically, local and regional authorities award certifications for device deployments in their own territories. The Quectel Certification Services span regulatory, conformance and carrier compliance requirements plus certifications for industry-specific devices and environmental and safety-related certifications, such as such as ATmosphere EXplosible (ATEX), Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) and waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).

“Going directly to certification or carrier organizations can result in it taking up to six months for IoT devices to gain certifications,” said Yoon Seungryoul, North American Certification Director, Quectel Wireless Solutions. “For many IoT use cases a six-month delay to launch is unacceptable and could make or break a proposition in markets where being first-to-launch is a critical differentiator. This is why Quectel, with our Quectel Certification Services, is bringing to customers our existing knowledge of certification and testing processes and our relationships with authorities, certification bodies, regulators, and carriers to provide our customers with the industry’s fastest and most cost-effective go-to-market offering.”

To further help customers, Quectel Certification Services offers a pre-scan service in its own labs so certification compliance can be assessed before applying to certification authorities, thereby saving time on non-compliant certification applications. A further benefit for customers that utilize both Quectel modules and antennas in their design, is that device testing is included for free. Quectel also offers technical support facilities and debugging solutions to address common, and not so common, certification issues.

Quectel’s capabilities include project management, administration, lab and carrier communications and management, checking and managing test scope, providing the necessary on-site support, and providing testing and debugging. In addition, Quectel will fix issues as they arise and negotiate waivers where appropriate.

“We’re proud to have launched Quectel Certification Services and we’re ready to provide full, global certification consultation and service to integrated device customers that have products that are based on Quectel modules,” added Seungryoul.

“Quectel Certification Services have been gaining certifications for Quectel’s own modules and customers’ devices for many years, so we’re delighted to be bringing this expertise to customers and helping them accelerate time-to-market and build a smarter world.”

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LoRaWAN Certification Test Tool Now Provides SCHC over LoRaWAN testing for end device certification.

The LoRa Alliance®, today announced that LoRaWAN certification is now available for end-devices using static context header compression (SCHC).

Certification is based on the LoRa Alliance technical specifications for IPv6 published last May, which enable the deployment of IPv6 over LoRaWAN solutions.

As previously announced, the first applications to leverage SCHC for IPv6 over LoRaWAN are smart metering and IoT applications in the smart grid, just two of many applications requiring the use of IPv6-based standards. Solutions using LoRaWAN for metering include proactive consumption monitoring, leak detection warnings and automatic shutoffs, and solutions for balancing electricity supply and demand. Easy and cost-effective to deploy, LoRaWAN is ideal for identifying and managing unmeasured losses, which currently reach into the billions of dollars each year, in addition to helping to conserve energy. Similar benefits can be realized for water and gas metering, with LoRaWAN CertifiedCM devices communicating over open standards enabling scale to address these growing markets.

“As deployments continue to grow to the tens or hundreds of millions of devices, the importance of using open standards has never been greater,” said Donna Moore, CEO and Chairwoman of the LoRa Alliance. “Certifying IPv6 over LoRaWAN for end-devices gives end users the level of certainty needed to deploy and benefit from IP-based solutions.”

“With vendors now able to certify LoRaWAN end-devices using SCHC, customers can confidently commit to massive utilities deployments. This will further drive digital industrialization across a wide variety of new markets and applications, which will in turn enable massive IoT.”

The certification of IPv6 over LoRaWAN using SCHC confirms that the end-device meets the functional requirements of the LoRaWAN IPv6 Adaptation Layer Specification TS010-1.0.0. End-devices must already be LoRaWAN CertifiedCM as a prerequisite of SCHC over LoRaWAN certification. The full testing suite for SCHC over LoRaWAN has been added to the LoRaWAN Certification Test Tool (LCTT), which is available for download now.

LoRaWAN IPv6 Adaptation Layer

The IPv6 adaptation layer facilitates and accelerates development of secure and interoperable applications over LoRaWAN and furthers the Alliance’s commitment to ease of use.. IP-based solutions, commonly found in enterprise and industrial solutions, can now be transmitted over LoRaWAN and easily integrated with cloud infrastructures. This allows developers to quickly enable internet-based applications, while significantly reducing time-to-market and total cost of ownership.

Learn how LoRaWAN Supports Utilities Markets at Enlit

The LoRa Alliance will be onsite at Enlit from November 29 to December 1, 2022, in Hall 12.1 Stand B192. LoRa Alliance members participating in the booth will showcase how LoRaWAN supports the utilities market and standards-based technologies, including:

• Acklio: Ensure successful Smart Metering Deployments with Acklio’s software solutions using SCHC
• Actility: Connectivity solutions for utilities, cities, and energy management enabled by LoRaWAN
• comtac AG: Monitoring of transformer stations in electricity medium voltage distribution networks via LoRaWAN
• Connexin: End-to-end AMI smart water metering with LoRaWAN
• Digita Oy: Water Meter and Data Management enabled by LoRaWAN & Power Line Infrastructure Condition Monitoring Solution enabled by LoRaWAN
• Everynet: The power of LoRaWAN for Massive IoT in the utility industry
• OrbiWise: LoRaWAN public networks for deployment of Smart Water and Gas Metering
• Vertical M2M: SmartWater everywhere, from subscriber to network: saving energy and water

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Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, announces that its industrial-grade 5G NR module RG500L-EU has gained GCF certification for operating on global 5G NR networks.

The GCF certification means that the RG500L-EU module can help customers to efficiently deploy their 5G high-speed IoT devices worldwide.

Based upon the MediaTek T750 platform, the RG500L-EU integrates a 5G NR FR1 modem and a quadcore Arm Cortex-A55 processor. By leveraging the powerful CPU performance of the T750 chipset, customer devices can improve their device processing performance as well as enable significant cost optimization.

“The global certification by the GCF confirms our commitment to provide our customers with best-in-class IoT solutions, no matter where they are in the world,” said Dominikus Hierl, Senior Vice President Sales EMEA. “Quectel continues to drive IoT innovation, providing the very best in 5G modules and delivering the innovation our customers have come to expect in order to develop their 5G IoT applications.”

The module supports dual carrier aggregation (2CC CA) at 200MHz frequency band. This capability to combine available 5G spectrum assets can greatly improve signal coverage and transmission rates. Additionally, the RG500L-EU module can achieve a peak downlink rate of 4.67Gbps and a peak uplink rate of 1.25Gbps, bringing smooth and super-fast 5G speed experience to end users.

The RG500L-EU supports EasyMesh and WPA3 R3 encryption protocol, enabling IoT devices with more stable, cost-efficient and secure wireless connections. The module also offers flexible Wi-Fi configuration combinations, including single 5G 2×2 + 2.4G 2×2 dual-band, single 5G 4×4 + single 2.4G 4×4 dual-band, as well as single 5G 4×4 (5G high frequency band) + single 5G 4×4 (5G low frequency band) + single 2.4G 4×4 tri-band.

Featuring a compact design and low power consumption, the RG500L-EU can help customers to reduce time-consuming procedures including fixed network and equipment installation. Its rich peripheral interfaces including SGMII, PCIe and PCM give customers maximum flexibility in their IoT solution designs. In combination with Quectel’s unique QuecOpen platform, the RG500L-EU also improves customer terminal development efficiency and accelerates their time-to-market.

The RG500L-EU adopts an 8-antenna solution with four 2.7GHz antennas and four n77/n78 dedicated antennas to provide terminals with stronger and more stable signals as well as higher peak download rates. The module can additionally provide high gain antenna covering n78 band to help with signal reception.

In addition to the GCF certification, Quectel’s 5G module RG500L-EU has also passed CE approval for the EU market as well as RCM approval for the Australian region. In the above areas, Quectel’s RG500L-EU module has already been chosen by customers to develop a variety of terminals including mobile hotspots, customer premise equipment (CPE), outdoor unit (ODU) and other 5G converged gateways and industrial gateways, which have been deployed in areas like industrial monitoring, remote collaboration, video conferencing, telemedicine, online education and many other fields.

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Highlights:

• Verizon can deliver higher capacity and performance to customers using C-band certified devices based on the FN980 and FN980m modules from Telit
• The Telit FN980 5G module series is ideal for enterprise routers and gateways, high-speed fixed wireless access modems, private LTE/5G networks, video broadcasting and surveillance

Telit, a global leader in the Internet of Things (IoT), today announces that the company’s FN980 5G module series — FN980 and FN980m — have received C-band certification from Verizon.

Based on the new 3GPP Rel. 15 standard, the 5G modules enable bandwidth intensive IoT applications — including high-definition (HD) surveillance video and digital signage — to take advantage of Verizon’s 5G Ultra-Wideband network in the C-band 5G spectrum.

The FN980 and FN980m series enables 3GPP 5G deployment scenarios and features both sub-6 and mmWave (mmW) technologies. The series also includes non-standalone LTE-5G NR dual connectivity (EN-DC), dynamic spectrum sharing between LTE and 5G, and full 5G NR standalone mode. The industrial-grade design is ideal for mission-critical applications that require maximum reliability, including industrial routers and gateways, fixed wireless access (FWA), professional mobile high-resolution video broadcasting equipment and more. In addition to C-band, both modules support sub-6GHz FDD/TDD and LTE Category 20 – 7x carrier aggregation.

Jitender Vohra, senior director of carrier relations at Telit, said:

“Together with all these features and benefits, we are very excited to have our M.2 5G Mobile Broadband (MBB) modules — the award-winning FN980 and FN980m — certified for use on Verizon’s C-band.”

“As we continue to lead the industry in technology evolution our FN980 series continues to expand the possibilities of network evolution to 5G and beyond.”

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Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, has announced that its 5G NR module RM520N-GL, compliant with 3GPP Release 16 (R16) standards, has been certified to operate on T-Mobile’s 5G and LTE-A networks in the United States.

With this certification, RM520N-GL customers can commercially deploy their home gateways, industrial routers, industrial automation devices, unmanned delivery vehicles, robots, drones, consumer and industrial laptops and other next generation IoT applications on T-Mobile’s 5G and LTE-A networks.

Norbert Muhrer, President and CSO of Quectel, said:

“We are thrilled to see that Quectel has made further significant progress in 5G, as our module supporting 5G R16 features has gained this important certification in the North American market.”

“This confirms our commitment to drive innovation and provide our global customers with highly reliable, best-in-class IoT solutions, which will help accelerate the next wave of 5G IoT applications.”

Based on Qualcomm’s SDX62 platform, the RM520N-GL supports both 5G NSA and SA modes, as well as R16 enhanced features such as ultra-high bandwidth, millisecond-level latency, 5G network slicing and ultra-reliability.

Targeting global markets, this module is designed to support 28 major sub-6GHz bands worldwide (n1/ 2/ 3/ 5/ 7/ 8/ 12/ 13/ 14/ 18/ 20/ 25/ 26/ 28/ 29/ 30/ 38/ 40/ 41/ 48/ 66/ 70/ 71/ 75/ 76/ 77/ 78/ 79), is backwards compatible with LTE-A/3G networks and features integrated GNSS for location services. This highly integrated module can significantly enhance customers’ global IoT deployments.

Designed in an industry-standard M.2 form factor, the dimensions of the RM520N-GL are 30.0mm x 52.0mm x 2.3mm, making it pin-to-pin compatible with Quectel’s 5G module RM50xQ series, LTE-A Cat 6 module EM06/ EM060K series, Cat 12 modules EM12/ EM12xR/ EM120K series and Cat 16 module EM160R-GL, which facilitates easy network upgrades of customer devices.

The RM520N-GL supports downlink and uplink NR 2 x Carrier Aggregation (CA) and all three combinations of sub-6GHz time division duplex (TDD) and frequency division duplex (FDD) CA, including CA of FDD+TDD, FDD+FDD and TDD+TDD. This ensures greater 5G coverage, capacity and throughput by enabling the combination of available 5G spectrum assets. These features enable the RM520N-GL to have maximum downlink rates of up to 3.4Gbps and maximum uplink rates of up to 900Mbps. These data rates meet the needs of industry applications requiring enhanced mobile broadband and reliable communication capabilities, such as fixed wireless access (FWA), mobile broadband equipment and industrial automation.

Featuring a rich set of internet protocols, the RM520N-GL supports multiple optional functions including eSIM and VoLTE and integrates USB 3.1/ PCIe 3.0 super speed interfaces.

In addition to the T-Mobile approval, Quectel’s RM520N-GL has also achieved worldwide certification from GCF, PTCRB, CE, CCC, RCM, FCC and IC.

In order to help customers simplify their designs, Quectel also provides a full range of off-the-shelf and customized 5G antennas which boost wireless connectivity significantly. IoT developers can bundle the RM520N-GL module with Quectel’s antennas and pre-certification services, reducing both cost and time-to-market for their 5G devices.

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Fibocom’s LTE Advanced module FM101-NA has received T-Mobile certification. FM101-NA is an optimized LTE-A module designed to boost highly efficient connectivity, ideally suitable for applications such as CPE, STB, etc.

Fibocom, a global leading provider of IoT (Internet of Things) wireless solutions and wireless communication modules, announces that its FM101-NA module has been successfully certified by T-Mobile.

With high reliability and extended applicability, the module can now leverage T-Mobile’s nationwide network to empower IoT applications such as FWA, IIoT, C-V2X, etc.

Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon® X12+ LTE Modem, FM101-NA is a high-value LTE Cat 6 module. Featuring 3GPP Release 12 standards, the module delivers maximum downlink rate of 300Mbps and uplink rates of 50Mbps. Coming with M.2 form factor measuring 30.0mm x 42.0mm x 2.3mm, FM101-NA is compatible with Fibocom’s LTE Cat 4 module NL668, enabling customers to migrate from LTE to LTE-A while reducing investment concerns.

Along with abundant functionalities such as DFOTA, the Fibocom FM101-NA module supports multi-constellation GNSS receiver, including GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and Galileo, for high-performance positioning and navigation. Meanwhile, it supports multiple operating systems (Linux/ Android/ Windows), various Internet protocols as well as industry-standard interfaces (USB3.0, PCIe2.0, UART, USIM and PCM), allowing much flexibility and ease of integration for customer’s deployment.

To date, the FM101-NA module has been certified by FCC, IC, TSCA, RoHS, HF, GCF, PTCRB, T-Mobile, the mass production of which is ready to help customers worldwide to develop their devices conveniently.

Gene Santana, VP of Overseas Carriers Certification Dept., Fibocom, said:

“We are proud to announce that the Fibocom FM101-NA module has been certified by T-Mobile. Receiving the certification ahead can significantly reduce time to market and help customer to keep development cost under control, accelerating digital transformation with better efficiency and reliability.”

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Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, announces that its automotive LTE-A communication module AG525R-GL which tracks the global market has been awarded certifications for operation on worldwide wireless networks.

The approvals include regulatory, conformance and carrier certificates from GCF, FCC, CE, PTCRB, UKCA, IC, IFETEL, SRRC, NAL, CCC, KC, NCC, JATE, TELEC, RCM, Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Telus, KT, NTT DOCOMO and Telstra.

The certified automotive-grade AG525R-GL module is based on the AEC-Q100 qualified Qualcomm SA415M chipset and is a member of Quectel’s best-selling AG52xR family. The module complies with the international IATF 16949:2016 automotive quality management system, has achieved mass production, and has been selected by a range of well-known auto brands for critical automotive applications.

Targeting the global automotive market, the AG525R-GL supports LTE-A Cat 12 and provides a peak downlink data rate of 600Mbps. The product is backwards compatible with existing UMTS and GSM networks, enabling vehicles to be connected even when driving in remote areas without 4G coverage.

In addition, the module supports multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) technology. The use of multiple antennas at the receiver end at the same time, and on the same frequency band, greatly minimizes errors and optimizes the data speed.

In order to offer connected vehicles with precise location positioning services, the AG525R-GL module is designed with an integrated positioning solution to support L1+L5 dual-frequency, multi-constellation GNSS, PPE (RTK) as well as Qualcomm Dead Reckoning (QDR) 3.0 technology. This greatly simplifies product design and provides quicker, more accurate and more dependable positioning capability.

Additionally, the certified module provides a set of hardware and software-based features including Secure Boot, TrustZone, SELinux, multi-APN and more to enhance data communication security.

The AG525R-GL module has passed rigorous environmental reliability testing and has adopted specific circuits and components to achieve excellent performance in ESD and EMI protection, ensuring great robustness even in harsh environments.

“The worldwide approval of the AG525R-GL module represents a milestone achievement for our growing business in the global automotive sector,” said Min Wang, General Manager of the Automotive Business Unit, Quectel.

“With this approval, I believe that automakers and Tier 1 suppliers will be able to leverage Quectel’s higher quality products to better enable next-generation connected vehicles.”

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Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global supplier of IoT and automotive communication modules as well as antennas, has successfully gained the Automotive Software Performance Improvement and Capability Determination Containment Level 2 (ASPICE CL2) certificate on November 4.

The ASPICE CL2 approval recognizes that the company’s software development capability in the automotive industry is compliant with international standards and Quectel has achieved a globally advanced level.

The Automotive SPICE standard, jointly developed by major European automobile manufacturers, has been embraced by the global market with the aim of improving and evaluating the software development processes. This internationally recognized standard is also adopted by leading automotive brands as an entry threshold in supplier selection.

Currently the automotive market is facing one of the biggest transformations in its history. Software is becoming progressively more important in realizing new features on intelligent vehicles, while the automotive manufacturers have an ever-growing demand for software quality management. Therefore, Quectel has been adjusting and optimizing its software development processes, technologies and tools according to the strict requirements of ASPICE, to make sure that it provides automotive customers with reliable software in a standard process and a sustainable way.

Min Wang, the General Manager of Automotive Business at Quectel, commented:

“We have been focusing on the connected vehicle industry for many years and have accumulated rich experiences in mass production projects. Passing the ASPICE assessment is another important milestone for us, as it not only strengthens our software development and management capability, but will provide strong support in developing superior and advanced automotive products.”

“What is more important is that the ASPICE CL2 approval will bring confidence to our globally renowned automotive partners in cooperating with Quectel and will definitely help us to further expand the global market.”

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Industry’s top performing cellular IoT module now ready for AT&T customers.

Sequans newest module, the Monarch 2 GM02S, supporting LTE-M and NB-IoT, is now certified by AT&T and approved to operate on AT&T’s network.

Certification of the module by AT&T follows the June 1 ADAPT certification of the Monarch 2 (SQN3430) chip on which the module is based.

Monarch 2 GM02S is the industry’s most advanced LTE Cat M1/NB1/NB2 connectivity solution. It is based on Sequans’ second-generation Monarch 2 chip platform, which is designed and optimized to support massive IoT. Monarch 2 provides significant improvements in performance and power consumption, while providing seamless migration for Monarch 1 customers because it is based on Sequans’ existing LTE-M/NB-IoT protocol stack—one of the most mature and proven in the entire LTE ecosystem. Monarch 2 GM02S is the first member of Sequans next generation S-series module family, featuring a very small yet cost-effective form factor that requires no external components.

Monarch 2 GM02S provides powerful support for integrated SIM (iUICC), enabled by its integrated high level EAL5+ secure enclave that is standards-based and GSMA-compliant, providing security for IoT devices that is best in class. Monarch 2 GM02S also includes Sequans’ Single-SKU RF front end, supporting deployment in any band worldwide, for true global deployment capability. A low-power application MCU allows customers to port their own code into the module via a feature rich SDK. On top of its ultra-low power consumption, Monarch 2 GM02S utilizes a single rail power supply starting at 2..2 V, the lowest voltage supported by any LTE-M/NB-IoT module in the industry today, thereby unlocking more battery efficiency and eBOM savings.

The Monarch 2 GM02S module has been shipping in volume since early 2021 and is being used to add LTE-M and/or NB-IoT connectivity to IoT devices of all types, including utility meters, sensors, trackers, and wearables for applications including smart home, smart city, ehealth, industrial, agricultural, financial, and security.

Monarch 2 GM02S and its accompanying full-featured evaluation kit, Monarch 2 GM02S NEKTAR EVK, can be purchased today from Avnet.

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With more than thirty modules certified, customers have an extensive portfolio ranging from low power wide area NB-IoT and LTE-M all the way up to broadband 5G.

Telit, a global enabler of the Internet of Things (IoT), today announced that Deutsche Telekom AG has certified its FN980 Sub-6 5G module for use on the operator’s 5G networks across Europe.

Designed for global use, the FN980 is ideal for high-performance and bandwidth-intensive enterprise and industrial applications including fixed wireless access, enterprise routers and gateways, indoor and outdoor CPE, and professional broadcasting and surveillance.

The award-winning FN980 5G series has received global certification providing OEMs, system integrators and end users with verification that their FN980-based devices will perform as expected on all major mobile operator networks worldwide. In addition, the industrial-grade M.2 form factor provides an easy 5G migration path for end-products already in the M.2 market with 3G and 4G solutions.

European organizations also have an extensive range of certified NB-IoT and LTE-M modules in Telit’s best-selling xE310, xE910 and xL865 families. The ME310, ME910 and ML865 have variants for regional European and global IoT applications such as smart metering, security/surveillance, point of sale, health monitoring, fleet management, asset tracking and wearable trackers, fitness and wellness devices.

“We work closely in partnership with Telit to secure interoperability and reduce time-to-market for our customers up-front,” said Uday Patil, Head of Devices, Deutsche Telekom IoT.

“By certifying Telit’s innovative FN980 data card, we enable a growing number of customers to deploy the next generation of powerful IoT solutions on our 5G and 4G networks.”

“With these certifications, Telit offers the market one of the widest selections of multi-mode modules approved for use on Deutsche Telekom’s network,” said Marco Contento, VP of 5G Technologies, Telit. “This highlights our longstanding partnership with Deutsche Telekom and commitment to provide IoT integrators and our customers the products they need for their IoT deployments.”

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Businesses and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are now able to leverage the FN980 for high-performance, bandwidth-intensive applications on T-Mobile’s 5G network.

Telit, a global enabler of the Internet of Things (IoT), today announced that T-Mobile certified its FN980 5G module for use on their 5G nationwide network.

The FN980 module series empowers businesses to leverage 5G and Gigabit LTE to future proof IoT, enterprise applications and video, and this certification enables companies to take advantage of T-Mobile’s 5G network on the sub-6 GHz spectrum.

The FN980 is based on the new 3GPP Rel. 15 standard and supports both NSA and SA 5G deployment scenarios. Powered by the second-generation Qualcomm® Snapdragon X55 5G Modem-RF System, the Telit module features the M.2 form factor and is ideally suited for high-performance and bandwidth-intensive industrial applications, such as fixed wireless access, enterprise routers and gateways, customer-premises equipment, video streaming and more.

“Qualcomm Technologies is pleased to collaborate with innovators such as Telit to fulfil our mission of bringing mature 5G connectivity to manufacturing, entertainment, healthcare, education and more,” said Gautam Sheoran, senior director, product management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “Whether it’s gaming, conducting calls or doing work, the Snapdragon X55 5G Modem-RF System is designed for global 5G rollouts and supports all major spectrum bands which enables T-Mobile to drive their 5G efforts forward by proliferating ultra-fast speeds and seamless connectivity to more consumers worldwide.”

“Telit is always looking for new and exciting ways to help our partners and their users leverage the latest technology to its fullest, and we’re proud to have reached another milestone for our award-winning FN980 5G series,” said Marco Contento, vice president of 5G technologies, Telit.

“This certification not only advances our mission to provide OEMs, system integrators and end-users the best-in-class portfolio of solutions for leveraging T-Mobile’s 5G network, but it also demonstrates our commitment to help OEMs bring their 5G-powered devices and applications to market quickly while affording them a competitive advantage.”

The FN980 series has received global certification, providing OEMs, system integrators and end users with additional, independent verification that their FN980-based devices will perform as expected on all major mobile operator networks worldwide.

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Sierra Wireless brings 5G to the Internet of Things with a network certified, secure 5G module that delivers the speed and capacity required for next-gen IoT applications.

Sierra Wireless today announced that its EM9190 5G mmWave/Sub-6/LTE New Radio (NR) and EM9191 5G Sub-6/LTE NR embedded modules are the first to be fully certified to operate on Deutsche Telekom’s 5G public network and campus (private) networks in Europe.

This certification will enable customers in Europe to leverage the higher data speeds, lower latency, and capacity of 5G with one of the world’s leading integrated telecommunications companies.

“This is a significant milestone for 5G, and for the wider industry,” says Jens Olejak, Head of New Access Technologies, Deutsche Telekom IoT. “5G is set to profoundly impact the mobile industry and its customers and we’re proud to be partnering with Sierra Wireless to deliver organizations the high-speed, reliable connectivity they need to digitally transform their operations.”

With this certification, EM9190 and EM9191 customers can commercially deploy networking devices, computing devices and other connected products on Deutsche Telekom’s high speed and low latency 5G network for industrial applications, live video streaming, video security, high-definition cloud-based video gaming, extended reality (XR), robotics, and other next generation IoT applications.

“This certification further demonstrates that when it comes to bringing 5G to the IoT, Sierra Wireless is leading the way,” says Jim Ryan, SVP Partnerships, Marketing & IoT Solutions, Sierra Wireless.

“When you combine Deutsche Telekom’s industry-leading 5G network with the EM9190 and EM9191 module’s industry-leading performance, robust security and industrial-grade design, along with Sierra Wireless’ decades of IoT experience and global presence, the answer to the question of which IoT solutions provider you should partner with as you map out your 5G future becomes clear – it’s Sierra Wireless.”

Transforming IoT with 5G

5G’s higher data speeds, lower latency, and higher device capacity are set to transform the IoT market, enabling OEMs, advanced electronic, and other industrial companies to support enhanced mobile broadband, ultra-reliable, low-latency communication and massive machine-type communication use cases that simply were not possible without 5G.

5G’s ability to support these new use cases is why in a recent report, McKinsey and Company state, “As new use cases gain traction, it is expected that B2B 5G IoT unit sales will soar… in the B2B sphere, we expect total revenue for 5G IoT modules to increase from about USD 180 million in 2022 to almost USD 10 billion by 2030.”

Modules Designed for Easy Integration, Private Networks, Global Connectivity

Based on the industry-standard M.2 form factor, the EM9190 and EM9191 modules are an industrial-grade module that enable OEMs, system integrators and other companies to easily integrate secure 5G connectivity into their products.

The EM9190 and EM9191 also include an embedded SIM (eSIM) based on GSMA’s embedded SIM specification, eUICC. This eSIM makes it easier for customers to switch networks anytime using carrier-specific profiles, for added IoT product deployment simplicity and flexibility.

Part of Sierra Wireless’ EM Series, the modules have been designed to connect to 5G networks around the world, and have already been certified by 5G mobile network operators in North America and other global regions.

The EM9190 and EM9191 modules are currently available globally from Sierra Wireless’ global network of partners.

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Fibocom, a leading global provider of IoT (Internet of Things) wireless solution and wireless communication modules, today announces that its 5G modules FM150-NA has successfully received the T-Mobile Technical Acceptance (TA), becoming the first 5G wireless module certified by T-Mobile.

The approval signifies that Fibocom FM150-NA 5G module can now provide wireless connection services under T-Mobile’s network, which is an important achievement of the product’s entry into the US market.

Based on Qualcomm SDX55 chipset platform, Fibocom’s FM150-NA module supports 5G NR Sub-6 band and is backward compatible with LTE and WCDMA network standards. Supporting 5G standalone network (SA) and non-standalone (NSA) network architectures, FM150-NA eliminates customers’ investment concerns in the initial stage of 5G construction and responds to the commercial demand of rapid landing.

With rich extension interfaces including USB 3.1/3.0/2.0, PCIe 3.0, GPIO, I2S, UIM, FM150-NA module seamlessly enables a wide range of IoT applications, such as 4K/8K HD livestreaming, ACPC, IIoT, C-V2X, smart grid, smart home, telemedicine, UAV, AR/VR and more. Up to now, Fibocom’s FM150-NA module has certified by RoHs/HF/FCC/IC/PTCRB.

“We are proud to announce that our FM150-NA module has achieved T-Mobile Technical Acceptance”, said the director of carrier certification dept., Fibocom.

“As a forerunner developing 5G wireless module, Fibocom provides 5G modules with eMBB, URLLC and mMTC. Achieving T-Mobile certification is a significant milestone for our 5G modules.”

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Quectel Wireless Solutions, the leading global supplier of cellular and GNSS modules, has announced that Verizon has approved its new generation Smart Modules, the SC600T-NA and SC600Y-NA, for operation on Verizon’s 4G LTE network.

The SC600T-NA and SC600Y-NA are industrial grade LTE Cat 6 modules with an operational and certified built-in Android 9.0 OS. The SC600T-NA is based on Qualcomm® Snapdragon MSM8953 and the SC600Y-NA adopts Qualcomm® Snapdragon SDM450. The former supports Octa-core A53 up to 2.0 GHz, camera 24 MP and video 4K at 30 fps, while the latter supports Octa-core A53 up to 1.8 GHz, camera 21 and video 1080 at 60 fps. Both modules integrate 2 GB LPDDR3 + 16 GB eMMC flash and support WUXGA display.

With powerful engines, the two modules are fully integrated with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi capability and strong multimedia functions include support for dual LCDs and dual touch panels with independent display and operation. The modules can support a maximum of four cameras with two working simultaneously. Quick Charge 3.0 technology can facilitate various smart devices, including vending machines, smart cash registers, smart delivery machines and more.

Designed for North America, both modules work on FDD-LTE bands B2/B4/B5/B7/B12/B13/B14/B17/B25/ B26/B66/B71, TDD-LTE band B41 and WCDMA bands B2/B4/B5. In addition, the multi-constellation GNSS receiver is available in both modules, which is ideal for applications that require fast and accurate fixes, such as in-car video streaming and live video devices.

Patrick Qian, Chairman and CEO of Quectel, said:

“These two modules for North America have passed another industry milestone. They will enable IoT designers, manufacturers and their customers to utilize the latest and leading LTE network technologies from America’s most awarded network. The new generation Cat 6 smart modules are critical for devices to utilize the processing power whenever needed.”

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