Nordic Semiconductor, a leading provider of low-power wireless connectivity solutions, has strengthened its end-to-end cellular IoT solutions by introducing new cellular IoT devices.

Nordic announced on the 22nd that it is launching the nRF9151 SiP (System-in-Package) and expanding its nRF91 series of cellular IoT devices.

The nRF9151 not only provides advanced features but also significantly simplifies the development process with seamless integration capabilities, further enhancing Nordic's comprehensive end-to-end cellular IoT solution, ranging from hardware to software, tools, and nRF cloud services.

The nRF9151 is a highly integrated, compact device developed by Nordic Semiconductor that includes a System-on-Chip (SoC), power management IC, and RF front-end, and it has also obtained pre-certification.

It is designed based on improved supply chain stability compared to the previous generation of the nRF91 series and significantly reduces the footprint by about 20%, allowing for further miniaturization without compromising performance, providing significant advantages, especially for space-constrained IoT applications such as wearable devices or smart sensors.

nRF9151 is In addition to its small size, it supports an additional Class 5 20dBm output power, complementing the nominal Class 3 23dBm. These enhanced capabilities make it easier to meet the requirements of battery-powered products, providing developers with greater flexibility.

Kjetil Holstad, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Product Management at Nordic Semiconductor, stated, “We developed the nRF9151 by closely understanding industry requirements and providing a solution that seamlessly resolves the challenges our customers face. With the nRF9151, we are helping to fill critical gaps in the market that need complementing, streamline the development process, and reduce both power consumption and footprint. As a strategic addition to Nordic’s cellular IoT portfolio, this product once again demonstrates Nordic’s continued commitment and leading drive to provide cutting-edge cellular IoT solutions.”

The nRF9151 features software and tool compatibility with the nRF9161 and nRF9131, allowing it to utilize the same modem firmware, and is supported by Nordic’s scalable integrated software solution, the nRF Connect Software Development Kit (SDK).

Therefore, customers wishing to utilize the nRF9151 can quickly begin development using the nRF9161 Development Kit (DK) and seamlessly transition as soon as the nRF9151 becomes available.

Until now, cellular IoT designs have often included components from various vendors, so developers have had to address several issues in terms of cost, performance, and power efficiency.

Nordic supports effective resolution by providing integrated solutions ranging from hardware to software, tools, cloud services, and support. Through this comprehensive solution, the design and implementation processes were streamlined to reduce complexity and shorten time-to-market.

Cellular IoT is rapidly establishing itself as the foundational technology for numerous applications due to its global coverage, reliability, low power consumption, and advanced security features. From asset tracking and smart metering to smart cities and smart agriculture, cellular IoT enables devices to communicate efficiently with minimal energy consumption, and Nordic Semiconductor's complete cellular IoT solutions support enterprises in launching applications more effectively and rapidly.

Samples of the nRF9151 are currently being supplied to key customers. For more detailed information, please register for product updates or contact Nordic Korea.