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Skylo Certifies Sony’s Altair Chipset for Satellite Connectivity

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May 01, 2024

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Skylo Technologies has officially certified the Altair ALT1250 chipset from Sony Semiconductor Israel for its satellite network. This certification is a crucial step in ensuring seamless connectivity for devices utilizing the chipset, allowing for effortless support of both cellular and native satellite connections without the need for manual switching.

The Altair ALT1250 underwent rigorous testing and evaluation to meet Skylo's stringent requirements for connectivity, power efficiency, and reliability in various applications such as remote tracking, sensing, IoT devices, and wearables operating on the non-terrestrial network (NTN).

"We are thrilled to announce the certification of Sony's Altair ALT1250 under Skylo's programme," stated Dima Feldman, VP of Product Management and Marketing at Sony Semiconductor Israel. "This milestone will streamline the onboarding process for modules and end devices onto the NTN, offering a wide range of innovative possibilities for global connectivity in both urban and remote regions."

Skylo's Certification Program plays a vital role in empowering manufacturers and developers by endorsing chipsets and devices that seamlessly integrate with its satellite-based communication platform. This endorsement ensures compatibility and reliability for devices operating over Skylo's satellite network, enhancing the overall user experience.

"The successful certification of Sony's Altair ALT1250 through the Skylo Certification Program is a significant achievement," remarked Prasanna Iyengar, Sr. Director of Product Management at Skylo. "This milestone signifies a major advancement in IoT and wearables connectivity, enabling manufacturers to effortlessly incorporate NTN connectivity into their devices without the need for additional hardware modifications, making ubiquitous connectivity a reality."

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