Qualcomm, a leading semiconductor and telecommunications equipment company, recently announced the release of two modem chips, the 212S and 9205S. These chips were launched to meet the growing needs of the enterprise Internet of Things (IoT) industry and the satellite industry, which is expected to grow rapidly over the next decade. With hybrid connectivity and ultra-low power consumption, these chips are no ordinary Qualcomm chips. They comply with the 3GPP Release 17 standard, making them ideal for satellite communications in geosynchronous orbit (GEO/GSO). They also support global positioning (GPS) features.

The 212S is ideal for fixed locations over long distances

The 9205S chip, which is currently on the market, is said to provide a seamless connection between IoT devices and cellular and satellite networks. This integration provides accurate positioning data via the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS). As a result, the chip will find application in industries as diverse as shipping container tracking, agricultural equipment and livestock monitoring, and global fleet and freight management in supply chain operations.

On the other hand, the 212S chip, scheduled for release later this year, is made for long-range, fixed-location applications. According to Qualcomm, the chip is great for battery optimization to extend device life, and performs tasks such as collecting telemetry data from water and fuel tanks, meters and other infrastructure equipment. It also provides general network monitoring, early fire detection reporting, etc. It is very suitable for

Both chips use the Qualcomm Aware platform, which provides real-time asset tracking and device management services in remote areas. In collaboration with service provider NTN Skylo, the Qualcomm Aware platform improves their functionality and performance by promising optimized integration for these chips.