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*Press Release*
*u-blox IoT chipset certified by AT&T for LTE-M*
*The u-blox UBX-R5 chipset platform offers unprecedented wireless technology
integration with built-in end-to-end security, making it ideal for long
life-cycle IoT applications.*
*Thalwil, Switzerland - March 23, 2020 -* u-blox (SIX:UBXN, OTC:UBLXF), a
global provider of leading positioning and wireless communication
technologies, has completed AT&T's chipset verification process for the
UBX-R5 [1] multi-band Low Power Wide Area (LPWA) chipset platform to operate
on the carrier's LTE-M network for the Internet of Things. The chipset
features end-to-end device security, data security, and access control
management.
"Completing AT&T's ADAPT certification is a major milestone on the way to
commercial readiness of the SARA-R5 module series, our flagship LPWA modules
with secure cloud. We are thrilled that we are now one step closer to
bringing SARA-R5 based IoT solutions to the North American market," said
Andreas Thiel, Head of Product Centers and Co-founder, u-blox.
"The u-blox UBX-R5 chipset will help meet the demand for IoT-optimized
chipsets with innovation in enhanced security and high levels of
integration," said Cameron Coursey, vice president, Advanced Solutions,
AT&T. "Having the chipset on our LTE-M network will contribute to a vibrant
ecosystem that is critical to realizing the full potential of massive IoT."
The u-blox UBX-R5 is a cellular chipset platform supporting LPWA LTE-M and
NB-IoT technologies, optimized for long life cycle IoT applications such as
smart metering, telematics, tracking, security systems, building automation,
as well as smart lighting solutions and connected health. It implements key
features of 3GPP Release 14, answering the need for longevity in IoT
solutions.
UBX-R5 also offers unmatched built-in end-to-end security thanks to a
hardware-based root of trust (RoT) integrated in a discrete secure element
compliant with EAL5+ High common criteria certification, which makes it
ideally suited to protect sensitive assets and communications. The platform
also offers integrated eSIM capability, offering customers SIM activation
and subscription management options.
*About u-blox*
u-blox (SIX:UBXN) is a global provider of leading positioning and wireless
communication technologies for the automotive, industrial, and consumer
markets. Their solutions let people, vehicles, and machines determine their
precise position and communicate wirelessly over cellular and short range
networks. With a broad portfolio of chips, modules, and a growing ecosystem
of product supporting data services, u-blox is uniquely positioned to
empower its customers to develop innovative solutions for the Internet of
Things, quickly and cost-effectively. With headquarters in Thalwil,
Switzerland, the company is globally present with offices in Europe, Asia,
and the USA.
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*u-blox media contact:*
Natacha Seitz
Senior Manager PR and Content Marketing
Mobile +41 76 436 0788
natacha.seitz@u-blox.com
Issuer: u-blox AG
Key word(s): Research/Technology
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Language: English
Company: u-blox AG
Zürcherstrasse 68
8800 Thalwil
Switzerland
Phone: +41 44 722 74 44
Fax: +41 44 722 74 47
E-mail: info@u-blox.com
Internet: www.u-blox.com
ISIN: CH0033361673
Listed: SIX Swiss Exchange
EQS News ID: 1002759
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