PHY Wireless announced a strategic collaboration with Nordic Semiconductor which will see it integrate its ultra-low power technology with Nordic’s nRF9151 system-in-package (SiP) module. This collaboration leverages 3GPP-standardised signalling to deliver power-efficient, high-accuracy location solutions worldwide with PHY Wireless’s industry-first on-device observed time difference of arrival (OTDOA) solution.
To validate the performance and global scalability of this breakthrough technology, PHY Wireless and Nordic Semiconductor are conducting comprehensive real-world trials across three continents in partnership with several major mobile network operators (MNOs). These large-scale tests ensure seamless functionality across diverse network environments, reinforcing the solution’s reliability for global deployment.
Combining PHY Wireless’ hellaPHY technology with Nordic’s nRF9151 SiP module will allow enterprises to deploy highly efficient, long-lasting IoT solutions for asset tracking, logistics, critical infrastructure, digital health, and smart city applications. The nRF9151 module is suitable for small, space-constrained IoT devices with advanced location capabilities.
“We are thrilled to work with Nordic Semiconductor, a global leader in low-power wireless connectivity solutions,” said Tom Horgan, CEO of PHY Wireless. “The nRF9151 SiP module provides the perfect balance of power efficiency and high performance for IoT applications. Our collaboration enables customers worldwide to harness the benefits of an accurate, reliable, and battery-efficient location technology.”
“In today’s era of location of everything, PHY Wireless’s hellaPHY technology can become a game changer. Very low power combined with 10x accuracy improvement over comparable cellular location solutions will enable accurate location in massive IoT deployments without compromising battery life or cost,” added Øyvind Birkenes, EVP of Nordic’s Long Range Business Unit. “Accurate location technology that works indoors and geolocation with high security and strong privacy are rapidly becoming important.
This collaboration between PHY Wireless and Nordic is a notable step forward in expanding the availability of low-power location technology to a wide range of industries, ensuring IoT devices can operate for longer.
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