u-blox certifies world’s smallest LTE Cat M1 module for Verizon’s 4G LTE network

Courtesy of u-blox Thalwil, Switzerland – April 24, 2017 – u‑blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, today announced certification of its SARA‑R404M module for Verizon’s  nationwide Category M1 (Cat M1) LTE network, which will support a broad range of industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The SARA‑R404M module is…

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u-blox TOBY-R202 and TOBY-R200 LTE Cat 1 modules available on T-Mobile’s US 4G LTE network for IoT Access Packs

Thalwil, Switzerland – February 28, 2017 – u‑blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, today announced PTCRB certification of its TOBY‑R202 and TOBY‑R200 LTE Cat 1 modules for T‑Mobile’s (SIX: TMUS) US 4G LTE network. Both modules will be available for both of T‑Mobile’s IoT Access packs, which offer simple…

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u-blox launches ground-breaking super-low-power GNSS receiver chip for wearable applications

Super‑E mode provides a unique balance of power and performance www.u-blox.com Thalwil, Switzerland – February 21, 2017 – u‑blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, today announced the launch of its new UBX‑M8230‑CT global navigation satellite system (GNSS) receiver chip, offering a unique balance of performance and ultra‑low power use….

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u-blox launches automotive Wi-Fi & Bluetooth module with RSDB support

The new u‑blox JODY‑W1 module is ideal for infotainment and telematics applications Thalwil, Switzerland – January 31, 2017 – u‑blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, today announced the launch of JODY‑W1, a host‑based automotive‑grade module. The new module enables real simultaneous dual band (RSDB) operation for faster, concurrent Wi‑Fi…

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u-blox IoT gateway module enables Industrial IoT

HMS Industrial Networks uses ODIN‑W2 Bluetooth/BLE+dual‑band Wi‑Fi Module for an Industrial IoT solution Thalwil, Switzerland – January 26, 2017 – u‑blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, today announced its technology is powering a new smart factory solution from Industrial IoT leader HMS Industrial Networks. The Anybus Wireless Bolt uses…

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u-blox launches ultra-small multi-GNSS module with exceptional performance

ZOE‑M8G module is an ideal location sensor for wearables, drones and asset trackers Thalwil, Switzerland – January 24, 2017 – u‑blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, today announces the launch of ZOE‑M8G, an ultra‑compact GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) receiver module, especially designed for markets where small size, minimal…

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u-blox acquires SIMCom cellular module product line

Shanghai‑based SIMCom Wireless is one of the world’s leading machine‑to‑machine (M2M) wireless module and solutions suppliers. In an asset deal worth USD 52.5 million, u‑blox is acquiring the company’s cellular modem products, R&D team and customer base, which will expand the u‑blox cellular product range and make it one of the world’s largest suppliers of…

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Counterfeit products and u-blox brand misuse

u‑blox has detected counterfeit u‑blox modules that are sold through non‑official sales channels and internet platforms, such as ebay or AliExpress. The products look very similar to the original u‑blox products, but they come from sources that copy our designs and use chipsets that are not sold by u‑blox or one of its authorized re‑sellers….

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