Skylo Technologies, the global software-defined non-terrestrial network (NTN) service operator announces its partnership with O² Telefónica, a renowned German telecommunications services provider. Together, the companies will enable businesses to roam seamlessly and transparently between terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks (NTN) on IoT devices.
Satellite NTN coverage will initially deliver connectivity in the most remote and rugged locations where providers offer no cellular services. IoT devices in these regions will utilize a single 3GPP-compatible wireless dual-mode module that powers smooth transitions between Skylo’s satellite network and O² Telefónica’s terrestrial service coverage. Hybrid connectivity, in this instance, is defined as the combined offering of cellular connectivity and non-terrestrial network connectivity.
“In removing the gap that previously existed between cellular and non-terrestrial connectivity, we’re opening up new possibilities for the IoT market and allowing previously untapped use cases to be realized in the commercial and consumer space,” said Prasanna Iyengar, Director of Product Management for Skylo. “We are thrilled to partner with O² Telefónica to introduce hybrid IoT connectivity to existing and new customers across the globe.”
O² Telefónica integrated SIM (iSIM) technology brings a cost-effective and sustainable solution, free of traditional SIM card components, to power this terrestrial/NTN hybrid connectivity, utilizing a Skylo NTN profile for simplicity and ease of use.
Karsten Pradel, Director B2B at O² Telefónica, underlines the importance of the partnership: “Our cooperation with Skylo is an important building block. Together with Skylo, we can now offer our customers IoT networking solutions from a single source, even in remote areas. This hybrid satellite-based IoT connectivity service complements our portfolio and demonstrates how we are driving digitalization and providing seamless connectivity to businesses worldwide.”
SOURCE : PRWeb