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From NimbeLink: "NimbeLink Launches First Truly Global LTE-M / NB-IoT Modem for Embedded Applications"

Symmetry Electronics in Blogs on November 13, 2018

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Established in 1998, Symmetry Electronics, a Division of Braemac, is a global distributor of electronic components and systems. Combining premier components and comprehensive value-added services with an expert in-house engineering team, Symmetry supports engineers in the design, development, and deployment of a broad range of connected technologies. 

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Acquired by Berkshire Hathaway company TTI, Inc. in 2017, Symmetry Electronics is a proud Exponential Technology Group (XTG) member. A collection of specialty semiconductor distributors and engineering design firms, XTG stands alongside industry leaders TTI Inc., Mouser Electronics, and Sager Electronics. Together, we provide a united global supply chain solution with the shared mission of simplifying engineering, offering affordable technologies, and assisting engineers in accelerating time to market. For more information about XTG, visit www.xponentialgroup.com.

Plymouth, MN, October 23, 2018 –NimbeLink, the world’s leading provider of cellular IoT technology, solutions and services, today announced that the company’s NL-SW-LTE-QBG96 Skywire modem is the world’s first truly global LTE-M, NB-IoT modem for embedded applications – furthering the company’s market leadership for embedded cellular technologies and solutions.  The new modem NL-SW-LTE QBG96 based on Quectel BG96 cellular module is a worldwide product with a single SKU for multiple networks.

“We are very happy to bring the first truly global LTE-M modem to market,” says Kurt Larson, Co-Founder and CTO of NimbeLink.  “Not only is the modem a worldwide solution that works across multiple networks, the product is also end-device Verizon certified, which saves our customers significant time and money and gets them to market fast.  This is a huge step for the cellular connectivity world.”


Features

  • Worldwide 4G LTE-M, NB-IoT with 2G fall back GNSS
  • Single SKU for multiple networks
  • Multiple SIM capability on single unit
  • Verizon eSIM on board
  • No carrier certification required
  • Small form-factor
  • Skywire Standard Interface.  Pin compatible with the Skywire family of modems
  • Flexible antenna options
  • USB & UART serial interfaces
  • Supports Power Save Mode
  • RoHS compliant/Radio Equipment Directive
 

Source: https://nimbelink.com/press-releases/nimbelink-launches-first-global-lte-m-nb-iot-modem-for-embedded-applications/ 

 

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Symmetry Electronics in Blogs on November 13, 2018

About Symmetry Electronics

Established in 1998, Symmetry Electronics, a Division of Braemac, is a global distributor of electronic components and systems. Combining premier components and comprehensive value-added services with an expert in-house engineering team, Symmetry supports engineers in the design, development, and deployment of a broad range of connected technologies. 

Exponential Technology Group Member

Acquired by Berkshire Hathaway company TTI, Inc. in 2017, Symmetry Electronics is a proud Exponential Technology Group (XTG) member. A collection of specialty semiconductor distributors and engineering design firms, XTG stands alongside industry leaders TTI Inc., Mouser Electronics, and Sager Electronics. Together, we provide a united global supply chain solution with the shared mission of simplifying engineering, offering affordable technologies, and assisting engineers in accelerating time to market. For more information about XTG, visit www.xponentialgroup.com.

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