Taiwanese firm Askey has produced a Wifi HaLow module using a system-on-chip (SoC) from California-based Newracom.

The adoption of Wifi HaLow continues to grow, leading to the development of the module by Askey, using the Newracom NRC7394 SoC (newracom.com/products/nrc7394).

Wi-Fi HaLow is known for its long-range and low-power capabilities. Askey’s decision to adopt Newracom’s Wifi HaLow SoC is said to endorse the continued belief in the success of the IEEE 802.11ah IoT-enabling wifi standard.

The WAH0070 module has a footprint of 18 by 13.5mm with a height of 2.1mm. It has been developed with an optional power amplifier, offering users the flexibility to increase distance and signal strength or opt for operation without the power amplifier to conserve battery life in low-power applications.

This makes the module suitable for IoT applications, such as smart city infrastructure, building and factory automation, smart retail, security and surveillance systems, telematics, and long-range portable devices.

“We are pleased to collaborate with Newracom to develop a Wifi HaLow module that can meet the needs of the next generation of IoT and smart devices,” said Tommy Lin from Askey. “Wifi HaLow adoption has been steadily growing, and we’re honoured to continue to be a leader in the Wifi HaLow space.”

With its over-a-kilometre range, low power consumption, strong signal penetration, robust WPA3 security, and IP-based communication, Wifi HaLow can accelerate the rapid development of smarter and more advanced IoT-based services.

“We’re delighted to have a partner like Askey, who has aligned with our vision for the adoption of Wifi HaLow as an innovative IoT connectivity bearer,” said Frank Lin, vice president at Newracom. “Askey is at the forefront of providing smart applications, and their continued support of the Wifi HaLow propels the true potential of the technology.”

Newracom (www.newracom.com), located in Irvine, California, develops and supplies IoT-enabled wireless connectivity chipsets. It specialises in wifi (IEEE 802.11ah and IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax) products.

Founded in 1989, Askey Computer (www.askey.com) specialises in creating smart connected environments.