Quectel at Enlit shows how to boost smart meter uptake
At last month’s Enlit show in Bilbao, Spain, Quectel showed how its range of modules, antennas and services are poised to assist continued massive uptake of smart meters. Quectel attended the event to showcase how its products are also assisting industry moves from first to second generation devices. With deployments of smart meters, comprised of […]
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Quectel launches Matter over Thread module
Quectel has launched the first in a range of Matter over Thread modules for applications such as smart door locks, sensors and lighting, helping the smart home industry overcome connectivity barriers and advance towards more efficient and seamless development. The KGM133S modules are built based on the Silicon Labs EFR32MG24 chip, supporting the latest Matter […]
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Three Quectel SBCs accelerate device development
Quectel has launched three smart single board computers (SBCs) to give developers more choice and speed up product development. The QSM368Z, QSM560DR and QSM668SR are fully certified and offer options for connectivity, operating system and memory to suit different applications. “These boards are fully finished hardware that can be easily integrated inside customers’ larger systems […]
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Cellular M2M modules to top 10% CAGR till 2031
The global cellular M2M module market is projected to reach $7.5bn by 2031, representing a CAGR of 10.5% from 2025 to 2031, according to Market Research Intellect. With rising industrial adoption and continuous innovation in information technology and telecoms applications, the market was estimated to have hit $3.2bn in 2024. The market is experiencing robust […]
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Quectel-powered board connects smart meters
Smart meters, trackers and sensors can be connected over long distances using Mikroe’s NB-IoT Click development board based on a Quectel module. The compact add-on development board provides reliable NB-IoT connectivity for embedded applications. This Click board from Serbian firm Mikroe cuts development time by providing hardware and software products based on proven standards. It […]
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Quectel launches GNSS All-in-One Base Station
Quectel has introduced an all-in-one high performance quad band base station solution, capable of connecting to the cloud to deliver GNSS correction data, for use either standalone or within an RTK station network. The LR700A smart connected GNSS receiver has a modular design that integrates the GNSS receiver with cellular, Wi-Fi, and antenna systems, while […]
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Quectel D2C lets LTE modules link to satellites
Quectel has enabled several of its LTE modules with direct-to-cell (D2C) functionality so devices can seamlessly connect to satellite networks. By integrating D2C technology at the module level, Quectel lets devices extend beyond the limits of ground-based cellular networks by seamlessly leveraging satellite networks. This ensures users can stay connected virtually anywhere in the world, […]
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Quectel modules support WM-Bus protocol
Quectel has introduced sub-GHz Wireless M-Bus (WM-Bus) modules based on the Silicon Labs EFR32FG23 chipset. The KCMCA6S modules operate in the 868, 169 and 433MHz bands and have an Arm Cortex-M33 processor with a frequency up to 78MHz. Following the inclusion of WM-Bus in the KG200Z module, this module continues the support of the WM-Bus […]
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Quectel expands antenna range with two 5G models
Quectel has expanded its antenna portfolio with the launch of two 5G antennas, the YECT004W5AM and YECT005WFA. The YECT004W5AM (www.quectel.com/product/yect004w5am-5g-terminal-mount-antenna) is a 5G terminal mount external dipole antenna measuring 140 by 15.6 by 13mm. The antenna delivers 5G connectivity while supporting 2G, 3G and 4G networks, and comes equipped with a Fakra female code Z […]
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Quectel keeps hives buzzing in Australia and New Zealand
Quectel is enabling reliable, real-time connectivity for beekeeping operations across New Zealand and Australia, helping drive smarter, more efficient hive management. The Apiary Master device comes with Quectel EG21-powered direct-to-cell connectivity for the commercial beekeeping industry. Apiary provides the iAPIS operations management platform through the provision of the EG21-G Mini PCIe LTE Cat 1 module […]
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Quectel module combines Zigbee and Bluetooth LE
Quectel has unveiled a Zigbee and Bluetooth LE module for smart lighting, building and home networks. The KCMA32S module is designed to meet the growing demands of IoT applications, featuring connectivity options and a compact form factor. Powered by Silicon Labs’ low-power EFR32MG21 wireless SoC, the module supports Zigbee 3.0 and BLE 5.3, enabling multi-protocol […]
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Quectel unveils high-performance KCMA32S Zigbee & BLE module for smart lighting, building and home networks
Belgrade, Serbia, 15th July 2025 – Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, has announced the launch of its latest high-performance MCU Zigbee and BLE module, the KCMA32S. This innovative module is designed to meet the growing demands of IoT applications, featuring advanced connectivity options and a compact form factor. Powered by Silicon Labs’ […]
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