IoT evolution product wins award for exceptional innovation

U-blox’s LARA-R3121 module has received a 2017 IoT Evolution Product of the Year Award from IoT Evolution magazine and IoT Evolution World, the magazine and web site covering IoT technologies. The LARA-R3121 module comprises a single mode LTE Category 1 modem and a GNSS positioning engine specifically designed for IoT and M2M devices. LTE modem, GNSS and module technology were all developed in-house at U-blox. The versatile device is ideal for IoT applications including smart utility metering, connected health and patient monitoring, smart buildings, security and video surveillance, smart payment and POS systems, as well as wearable devices, such as action cameras. “We are delighted to receive this award that highlights U-blox’s commitment to develop innovative solutions for the IoT market,” explained Andreas Thiel, U-blox co-founder and executive VP, Cellular Products and IC Design. “LARA-R3121 is the only cellular module comprising a LTE Cat 1 modem and a GNSS engine, with complete module hardware and software all developed by a single supplier. With our focus on the IoT market, we bring an 'IoT first' approach to silicon design.”