Skylo Technologies, a specialist in satellite network connectivity, has today announced the certification of Sony Semiconductor Israel’s (Sony) ALT1250 chipset as part of the Skylo Certification Program. Devices incorporating this chipset will seamlessly support both cellular and native satellite connectivity, eliminating the need for manual switching by users. Connectivity plans and devices are accessible through a Skylo mobile service provider partner.
Sony’s Altair ALT1250 has undergone extensive testing and evaluation, demonstrating its ability to meet Skylo’s rigorous standards for connectivity, power efficiency, and reliability. Devices equipped with the ALT1250 chipset can now operate on Skylo’s satellite network, offering endless possibilities 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 of 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 fully compatible with its satellite-based communication platform. This initiative fosters an extensive ecosystem of connected devices capable of operation worldwide. The integration of Sony’s Altair ALT1250 chipset with Skylo’s network will expedite the global deployment of satellite-connected IoT solutions, facilitating data-driven decision-making across numerous industries, including fleet management, logistics, agriculture, and more.
“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,” added 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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