First LTE Cat 1bis module with embedded eSIM for flexible and reliable connectivity management

u-blox has released the SARA-R10001DE, an LTE Cat 1bis module featuring an embedded eSIM with Wireless Logic connectivity developed to improve the robustness, reliability, and resilience of IoT applications. The integral eSIM ensures flexible connectivity management and allows customers to switch to the best network in terms of coverage and cost. Offering faster deployment and reliable connectivity regardless of geography, the module provides multiple application benefits, including asset tracking, telematics, micro-mobility, solar technology, smart homes and cities, and POS.

The new module provides full LTE Cat 1bis band support and an eSIM with multi-IMSI technology and eUICC capability. The eSIM is already profiled with a series of Wireless Logic SIM profiles but can also be remotely profiled via OTA utilising Remote SIM Provisioning.

The multiple SIM profiles stored in the Wireless Logic eSIM enable the module to connect to the best network automatically. This gives confidence that the module will always connect to the best network and that the eSIM will sustain reliable connectivity by switching automatically to a different operator if any issues arise.

The embedded eSIM simplifies customer logistics because it minimises the time and effort involved in managing SIM procurement and eradicates the necessity to source companion components such as SIM holders.

“Our new module with inbuilt connectivity has been designed to offer the best user experience by making it simpler and quicker to achieve reliable connectivity while delivering cost efficiencies,” says Samuele Falcomer, LPWA product line manager, u-blox. “Bundling can offer better financial outcomes than purchasing connectivity separately because customers do not need to buy a separate SIM, SIM holder, and the related components to make it work. The SARA-R10001DE module is supplied with the connectivity already profiled, so customers only need just to activate it via the SIM Management.”

Further savings are possible because the module allows customers to simplify logistics and reduce complexity. Bundling an IoT module with flexible connectivity enables customers to use a single SKU instead of having several SKUs with different SIM cards in the warehouse, simplifying stock itineraries and lowering storage needs.

The embedded eSIM improves robustness and reliability in harsh environments. Unlike plastic SIMs that can warp and fail, the eSIM component is soldered in like a standard electronic component to ensure permanent electric contact.

Designed to provide LTE global coverage, the SARA-R10001DE supplies an easy migration path for legacy 2G and 3G devices to 4G LTE global coverage.