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M2M News ArchivesPosts Tagged ‘GPS’
Telit to Expand Line of Multi-Constellation Satellite Global Positioning Receivers
Jupiter SE868-V2 Delivers GPS, Glonass, QZSS Operation, Ready for Galileo and Compass BDS Telit Wireless Solutions, a leading global provider of high-quality machine-to-machine (M2M) modules, services and solutions, today announced the introduction of the Jupiter SE868-V2 compact multi-constellation receiver module for positioning and navigation applications in the automotive, commercial, industrial, and consumer segments including wearable and handheld devices. The small11x11mm CSR SiRFstarV™ 5e-based, QFN packaged receiver module [...]
Vodafone certifies u-blox LISA 3G modules for M2M
LISA-U2 3G module series approved for operation over Vodafones’ global UMTS networks. u-blox (SIX:UBXN), a leading provider of wireless and positioning semiconductors, software and solutions, announces that its LISA-U200 and LISA-230 6-band UMTS/HSPA+ module series as well as LISA-U270 dual band module has achieved “Certified M2M Hardware” status by Vodafone, the world’s second largest mobile telecom company. Vodafone owns and operates networks in over 30 countries and has partner networks in over 40 additional countries. The [...]
Deutsche Telekom and DriveFactor offer insurers complete M2M solution for usage-based insurance (UBI)
M2M solution enables insurers to roll-out reward programs for safe drivers | Do-it-yourself device installation by insured persons accelerates time to market Deutsche Telekom and DriveFactor are presenting on May 7 and 8 at the European Insurance Telematics Conference in London a complete usage-based insurance (UBI) solution that enables motor insurers to offer their customers special benefits for driving safely. The offer is based on a machine-to-machine (M2M) solution that evaluates driving behavior. For the insurer it is a turnkey [...]
Telit Unveils Market’s Smallest COMBO2G Cellular Module with Multi-constellation Satellite Positioning Receiver
GE910-GNSS to Deliver GPS, GLONASS, Galileo-ready Positioning Along with GSM/GPRS Connectivity. Telit Wireless Solutions, a global provider of high-quality machine-to-machine (M2M) solution, products and services, today announced the introduction of the company’s first combination 2G-cellular, multi-constellation satellite positioning receiver module, the GE910-GNSS. The product which incorporates an ARM11 processing core capable of running customer applicationsinternally without the need for additional electronics, can deliver a fully [...]
Wristwatch Positioning Device Uses Gemalto’s Cinterion M2M Technology to Help Safeguard People with Autism and Alzheimer’s Disease
Gemalto, the world leader in digital security, announces that its Cinterion® M2M technology is powering the innovative TRiLOC™ GPS Personal Locator Device (PLD) used to locate people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The easy-to-wear wristwatch solution uses an ultra-slim Cinterion module to provide 24/7 global cellular communications and Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking. The TRiLOC device helps caregivers locate and safeguard people with special needs while minimizing the need for constant [...]
GPS/GNSS IC Market on Course to Break $2 Billion in 2012, Says ABI Research
The GNSS IC market is showing steady revenue growth in 2012, with the industry now setting its sights on the next major milestone: $3 Billion. The smartphone market remains over 70% of revenue in 2012, but is an increasingly difficult market for standalone GPS IC vendors. For those that remain, indoor location will be the next major make-or-break technology, while also presenting the potential to generate additional revenue, as illustrated by Qualcomm’s IZat platform. However, in the latest edition of its GPS & GNSS Market Data, ABI [...]
u-blox introduces world’s smallest multi-GNSS module with built-in antenna
UC530M with parallel GPS/GLONASS satellite navigation is perfect for compact devices. u-blox (SIX:UBXN), the Swiss positioning and wireless module and chip company, announces UC530M, the world’s smallest parallel GPS/GLONASS module with built-in antenna. The antenna module is easily embeddable in space-restricted environments thanks to its tiny footprint of only 9.6 x 14.0 x 1.95 mm. The highly integrated SMT design reduces the need for external components and minimizes manufacturing costs. Thomas Nigg, VP of Product Marketing at [...]
u-blox expands positioning portfolio with parallel GPS/GLONASS module
IT530M together with u-blox 7 module series address multi-region applications with best-in-class features u-blox (SIX:UBXN), the Swiss positioning and wireless module and chip company, announces the IT530M, a surface-mount, parallel GPS/GLONASS receiver. Together with u-blox’ line of recently announced u-blox 7 multi-GNSS modules, the company’s ultra-compact positioning module portfolio now addresses all positioning and navigation requirements. Thomas Nigg, VP of Product Marketing at u-blox, said: “The new IT530M positioning [...]
Acquisition of Fastrax expands u-blox’ positioning market footprint
Assets include GPS/GLONASS modules, software GNSS, smart-antennas and profitable business. u-blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in positioning and wireless semiconductors, announces the acquisition of privately owned, Finnish-based Fastrax Oy, a company that specializes in a broad range of GNSS positioning and antenna modules. The company brings additional products to u-blox’ portfolio, including software GNSS solutions used for consumer and industrial applications, and advanced GNSS modules that include integrated antenna. “Over its [...]
Antenova Introduces Two New Surface Mount GPS RADIONOVA® RF Antenna Modules for Embedded GPS and M2M Applications
Announces M10477 and M10478 incorporate CSR’s SiRFstarIV™ Low-power GPS engine with Antenova’s High Performing GPS Antenna and Novel External Matching. Antenova Ltd, the integrated antenna and RF solutions company, adds two new surface mount GPS RF Antenna Modules to its market leading RADIONOVA® range of GPS radio antenna modules for embedded GPS and M2M applications. Both the M10477 and M10478 are low profile, fully optimized, complete GPS receiver modules comprising a CSR SiRFstarIV™ low-power navigation processor, all front-end [...]
