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October 24, 2025October 23, 2025 by Debashis Das - 2 Comments

u-blox MAX-M10N GNSS module supports Low Energy Accurate Positioning (LEAP) mode, firmware upgrades

u blox UBX M10150 KB chip and the MAX M10N module

Following the launch of the UBX-M10150-CC low-power GNSS module, u-blox has expanded its lineup with the MAX-M10N, another ultra-low-power module based on the UBX-M10150-KB GNSS chip. The new module supports firmware upgradeability and offers up to 50% lower power consumption thanks to features such as Low Energy Accurate Positioning (LEAP) and PSMCT cyclic tracking modes. The latest SPG 5.30 firmware also adds support for RTCM correction input for sub-meter positioning accuracy, along with improved spoofing and jamming detection. It also includes data logging and geo-fencing for autonomous tracking and uses AssistNow Predictive and Live Orbits for faster satellite acquisition. The MAX-M10N integrates an LNA and dual SAW filters for better RF sensitivity and interference protection, while maintaining pin compatibility with earlier MAX modules. These features make it suitable for low-power, high-accuracy applications such as wearables, asset tracking, and battery-powered IoT devices. u-blox MAX-M10N GNSS module specifications: Receiver type – u-blox M10 […]

October 15, 2025October 15, 2025 by Debashis Das - 2 Comments

nRF9160-based Minew MTB04 5G IoT shipping label offers GPS, LTE-M/NB-IoT, 360-day battery life

Minew’s MTB04 5G shipping label is a durable, disposable smart IoT tracking label designed for global logistics and real-time asset monitoring. Built on Nordic’s nRF9160 SiP and compatible with nRF9151 for satellite communication, it supports GPS and 5G-ready NB-IoT/LTE-M connectivity for worldwide shipment tracking. Its ultra-thin, IP67-rated, and “peel-and-stick” design makes it stick on parcels, containers, or trucks for high-value or sensitive cargo monitoring. The label integrates multiple sensors for ambient light, movement, tilt, tamper, and optional temperature detection, enabling shipment condition monitoring and security alerts. It features intelligent network switching, ultra-low power consumption (lasting up to 360 days with daily reporting), and built-in 8MB storage. Each unit includes a preloaded SIM with a six-month data plan and supports OTA firmware updates through Minew’s TagCloud 3.0 platform for remote management. Minew MTB04 specifications: SiP (one or the other) Nordic Semi nRF9160-SICA system-in-package with Arm Cortex-M33 MCU, 1024 KB flash, 256 KB SRAM, […]

October 10, 2025October 10, 2025 by Debashis Das - 2 Comments

FoBE IDEA Mesh Tracker C1 – An nRF52840-based LoRa GPS tracker with sensors, OLED, knob, and more

Designed by FoBE Studio in China, the FoBE IDEA Mesh Tracker C1 is a LoRa-powered off-grid communication device designed for outdoor GPS tracking, sensor data exchange, and mesh networking in remote environments. Built around the Nordic nRF52840 MCU, it integrates LoRa, GPS, BLE, and motion sensors, making it suitable for location tracking, environmental monitoring, and off-grid communication projects. The device integrates a GPS module, LoRa transceiver, 0.96-inch OLED display, buzzer, a 3-axis accelerometer, and a 3-axis gyroscope. Other ports include a USB-C port, reserved SWDIO/SWCLK headers, an 8-pin GPIO expansion header, and dual IPEX connectors for LoRa and GPS antennas. There is also a rotary encoder and two user buttons, and two indicator LEDs for controls and status feedback. Power input is provided via a 2-pin MX1.25 battery interface for portable, battery-powered outdoor IoT applications. FoBE IDEA Mesh Tracker C1 specifications: SoC – Nordic Semiconductor nRF52840 CPU – 32-bit Arm Cortex-M4F […]

September 22, 2025September 21, 2025 by Debashis Das - 2 Comments

ESP32 Marauder Double Barrel 5G adds 5GHz deauthentication with RTL8720DN module

The ESP32 Marauder – Double Barrel 5G is a dual-chip hacking and penetration testing tool that supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi scanning, deauthentication, and can be used for penetration testing, wireless research, and learning security concepts. The device is built around an ESP32, and can be used with Flipper Zero or as a standalone device. Additionally, it features a dedicated GPS receiver and a CC1101 Sub-GHz transceiver (433 MHz) for wireless experiments. Other features include a 2.8-inch touchscreen, 800 mAh rechargeable battery, micro-SD slot for logs/firmware/Flipper FAP files. There are also dual USB-C interfaces (one for charging/ESP32 recovery and one for BW16 firmware update), and four external antenna ports (Wi-Fi ×2, GPS, Sub-GHz) housed in a 3D-printed enclosure. ESP32 Marauder Double Barrel 5G specifications Main module – ESP32 Wi-Fi & Bluetooth SoC Storage – MicroSD card slot for firmware, logging, and data storage. Display – 2.8-inch touchscreen with included […]

August 26, 2025 by Debashis Das - 3 Comments

Blackout Comms Cluster – A pre-configured off-grid LoRa texting and GPS system with cryptographic security

Blackout Comms Off Grid Encrypted Mesh Texting and GPS

Designed by Altware Dev Shop in the US, the Blackout Comms is an off-grid, LoRa-based encrypted mesh communication system built around ESP32 for texting and GPS location sharing without the need for any cellular networks or internet. The device uses asymmetric encryption and digital signatures for secure communication during blackouts, emergencies, or in remote areas where connectivity is unavailable. The device seemed a little bit pricey at first, but the complete kit includes two customized T-Deck communicators and one Altware Link/Node, all pre-configured and ready to use. Each communicator features a DFRobot GPS, Adafruit DS3231 real-time clock, 5000 mAh battery (≈48-hour runtime), external antenna, and PETG printed case, while the Link/Node integrates its own GPS, RTC, 3000 mAh+ battery, and antenna for cluster support. The system forms a private cluster with encrypted, frequency-hopping communication, signed delivery confirmations, and distributed mesh caching. Beyond messaging and location, it also supports proximity/motion sensing […]

August 21, 2025 by Jean-Luc Aufranc (CNXSoft) - No Comments

Snapdragon W5+ and W5 Gen 2 wearable platforms gain NB-NTN satellite support

Snapdragon W5 Gen2 features NB-NTN satellite

Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ and W5 Gen 2 are new wearable platforms adding NB-NTN satellite support for emergencies to the Snapdragon W5+/W5 wearable platforms introduced in 2022, and found in various WearOS smartwatches and the Beacon W5 SoM. The W5+/W5 Gen 2 platforms still feature a 1.7 GHz quad-core Cortex-A53 processor, an Adreno A702 GPU, an AON QCC5100 ML co-processor (W5+ Gen 2 only), MIPI DSI and MIPI CSI interfaces, cellular connectivity, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.3, GNSS, and optional NFC support. The main changes are NB-NTN support, an upgrade to 3GPP Rel 17 with Cat 1Bis, a 20% (or 30% depending on where you read) smaller RF frontend, and 50% more accurate GPS in urban or deep canyon areas. Snapdragon W5+/W5 Gen 2 specifications: SWS5100 SoC CPU – Quad-core Cortex-A53 processor @ up to 1.7 GHz GPU – Qualcomm Adreno A702 @ up to 1 GHz with OpenGL ES 3.1 API […]

July 30, 2025July 31, 2025 by Jean-Luc Aufranc (CNXSoft) - 3 Comments

ALPON X5 – A Raspberry Pi CM5 Edge AI computer with 25 TOPS accelerator, 4G LTE connectivity (Crowdfunding)

The Raspberry Pi CM4-powered ALPON X4 was introduced last April, but SixFab has now upped the ante with the ALPON X5 Edge AI computer based on a Raspberry Pi CM5, and equipped with a 25 TOPS DeepX DX-M1 AI accelerator capable of competing against NVIDIA Jetson solutions. The fanless mini PC still offers dual Ethernet, WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, and global 4G LTE connectivity, an HDMI video output, a GPIO RJ11 jack, and USB PD and 9V-30V DC power options. The new model also adds a camera input connector and features two USB 3.0 ports instead of USB 2.0 ones. ALPON X5 specifications (“reverse-engineered”, because SixFab could not bother to list the specs…): SoM – Raspberry Pi CM5 AI Accelerator – M.2 module based on DeepX DX-M1 25 TOPS (200 eTOPS) AI accelerator Storage – M.2 NVMe SSD support Video Output – HDMI output Camera – Micro HDMI (TBD) camera […]

July 26, 2025 by Debashis Das - No Comments

PD.Charger-GSM v2.5 – An industrial solar MPPT charger with Wi-Fi, LTE/GPS, and RS485

rotoDevs GmbH PD.Charger GSM v.2.5 industrial solar MPPT charger

The PD.Charger-GSM v2.5 is an industrial-grade solar and LiFePo4 charger/controller with MPPT support, designed for 2–4 cell Li-Ion/LiFePo4 batteries. With various connectivity options and a cryptographic co-processor, it’s ideal for IoT, remote solar power systems, and battery-powered industrial applications. The device features a dual-MCU architecture where the STM32 handles battery charging and monitoring, and an ESP32 manages WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as LTE/NB-IoT GSM/GPS, and RS-485 with ModBUS support. The board also offers two solar inputs with MPPT, a DC adapter input, automatic buck/boost control, SMA connectors for all RF interfaces, a USB Type-C for programming, and expansion headers for prototyping. A hardware crypto co-processor handles secure key storage, TLS encryption, and secure boot. PD.Charger-GSM v2.5 specifications: SoCs STM32L051xx MCU for battery management and monitoring ESP32-D0WDQ6-V3 dual-core Xtensa LX6 processor, 240 MHz, 16MB Flash, 8MB PSRAM Display – Supports optional PD.Screen / PD.Screen_PRO modules for real-time display of […]