STMicroelectronics has announced that its ST87M01 Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT) and geolocation module adds new, extended functionalities and is now fully certified for connection to Deutsche Telekom (DT) networks. The ST87M01 module, NB-IoT release 15 certified, combines connectivity and geolocation capabilities in a single small package. Compliant with the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) and regional standards such as the EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED), the module contains optional Groupe Speciale Mobile Association (GSMA)-compliant embedded SIM with secure element and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver. With the latest updates, the ST87M01 now adds Wi-Fi positioning that enables robust geolocation indoors and in dense urban areas where GNSS positioning may be compromised.
The ST87M01 module combined with the ST’s ST4SIM-300 embedded SIM is also suitable for remote SIM provisioning, adherent to GSMA SGP.32 standard, which lets users switch between different mobile network operators without a physical SIM card change. The module is also approved by the Global Certification Forum (GCF), which promotes interoperability of mobile and IoT products.
Completing the DT test program is the latest in a series of successful demonstrations with many mobile network operators and confirms the compliance with stringent performance and efficiency criteria for the ST87M01.
Commenting on the announcement, Domenico Arrigo, general manager, application specific product division, STMicroelectronics, said, “Certification by DT is an important differentiator for our NB-IoT and geolocation module, which accredits us to customers throughout the entire European region. This achievement attests to the highest standards of performance and behaviour on the network and efficient use of connectivity.”
Meanwhile, Uday Patil, head, IoT devices and services, DT, said, “We have tested the STMicroelectronics ST87M01 module according to stringent proprietary and industry standards, developed to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient connections. The results confirm that this NB-IoT module is suitable and fully certified for high-volume IoT projects on Deutsche Telekom networks.”
