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Iridium to Expand its Reach as a Global Alternative PNT Service with Acquisition of Market Leader Satelles

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Monday, March 4, 2024

MCLEAN, Va., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: IRDM), a leading provider of global voice and data satellite communications, today announced that it had entered into an agreement to acquire Satelles, Inc., the leader in highly secure satellite-based time and location services that complement and protect GPS and other GNSS-reliant systems. The service, named Satellite Time and Location (STL), is an easy-to-adopt, highly secure solution that increases the efficiency and reliability of timing systems for digital infrastructure like 5G base stations, data centers, and other critical infrastructure and protects against GNSS vulnerabilities using low-cost hardware that doesn't require outdoor antennas. This acquisition continues Iridium's philosophy of investing in differentiating technologies uniquely suited to its network that significantly outperform competing solutions. 

Key Points: 
  • This acquisition continues Iridium's philosophy of investing in differentiating technologies uniquely suited to its network that significantly outperform competing solutions.
  • Each of these servers requires time synchronization and can benefit from the in-server room efficiency and resilience delivered by Iridium STL.
  • STL will become a new business line of Iridium, led by Satelles CEO, Dr. Michael O'Connor who will report to Iridium CEO, Matt Desch.
  • A long-standing investor in Satelles, Iridium had an ownership stake of around 20 percent from three previous investments in the company.

Iridium to Expand its Reach as a Global Alternative PNT Service with Acquisition of Market Leader Satelles

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 4, 2024

MCLEAN, Va., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: IRDM), a leading provider of global voice and data satellite communications, today announced that it had entered into an agreement to acquire Satelles, Inc., the leader in highly secure satellite-based time and location services that complement and protect GPS and other GNSS-reliant systems. The service, named Satellite Time and Location (STL), is an easy-to-adopt, highly secure solution that increases the efficiency and reliability of timing systems for digital infrastructure like 5G base stations, data centers, and other critical infrastructure and protects against GNSS vulnerabilities using low-cost hardware that doesn't require outdoor antennas. This acquisition continues Iridium's philosophy of investing in differentiating technologies uniquely suited to its network that significantly outperform competing solutions. 

Key Points: 
  • This acquisition continues Iridium's philosophy of investing in differentiating technologies uniquely suited to its network that significantly outperform competing solutions.
  • Each of these servers requires time synchronization and can benefit from the in-server room efficiency and resilience delivered by Iridium STL.
  • STL will become a new business line of Iridium, led by Satelles CEO, Dr. Michael O'Connor who will report to Iridium CEO, Matt Desch.
  • A long-standing investor in Satelles, Iridium had an ownership stake of around 20 percent from three previous investments in the company.

Asia-Pacific Location-based Services Industry Research 2024-2031: Use of 5G Technology for Improved Real-time Analysis and Development of GIS Software Using AR/VR Technologies

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Saturday, March 2, 2024

The growth of the Asia-Pacific location-based services market is driven by the proliferation of location-based services in the retail sector and the surging use of location-based services in the agriculture sector.

Key Points: 
  • The growth of the Asia-Pacific location-based services market is driven by the proliferation of location-based services in the retail sector and the surging use of location-based services in the agriculture sector.
  • Additionally, the use of 5G technology for improved real-time analysis and the development of GIS software using Augmented Reality (AR)/Virtual Reality (VR) technologies are prominent trends in this market.
  • In 2024, China is expected to account for the largest share of the Asia-Pacific location-based services market.
  • In 2024, the platforms/solutions segment is expected to account for the larger share of the Asia-Pacific location-based services market.

Getac Enhances Its Range of Versatile Android Devices with Launch of AI-ready Tablet

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Getac today announced the launch of the AI-ready ZX80, a new 8-inch fully rugged tablet, powered by the versatile Android operating system. The announcement expands and diversifies Getac's portfolio of Android devices, giving customers in industries such as utilities, manufacturing, and transportation even more choice when selecting rugged solutions to solve day-to-day challenges and boost productivity and efficiency.

Key Points: 
  • The ZX80 comes with Android 13 pre-installed and supports multiple Android OS upgrades, enabling users to embrace new features in a timely manner.
  • IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Getac today announced the launch of the AI-ready ZX80 , a new 8-inch fully rugged tablet, powered by the versatile Android operating system.
  • Like all Getac devices, the ZX80 is compatible with a comprehensive range of dedicated accessories, peripherals and software, helping users maximize device functionality in different industry scenarios.
  • Customers can also efficiently manage their Android tablets through pre-installed Getac software solutions, including the new Log Tool, deployXpress, enrollXpress, GDMS, Driving Safety Utility, and OEMConfig.

Getac Enhances Its Range of Versatile Android Devices with Launch of AI-ready Tablet

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 29, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Getac today announced the launch of the AI-ready ZX80, a new 8-inch fully rugged tablet, powered by the versatile Android operating system. The announcement expands and diversifies Getac's portfolio of Android devices, giving customers in industries such as utilities, manufacturing, and transportation even more choice when selecting rugged solutions to solve day-to-day challenges and boost productivity and efficiency.

Key Points: 
  • The ZX80 comes with Android 13 pre-installed and supports multiple Android OS upgrades, enabling users to embrace new features in a timely manner.
  • IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Getac today announced the launch of the AI-ready ZX80 , a new 8-inch fully rugged tablet, powered by the versatile Android operating system.
  • Like all Getac devices, the ZX80 is compatible with a comprehensive range of dedicated accessories, peripherals and software, helping users maximize device functionality in different industry scenarios.
  • Customers can also efficiently manage their Android tablets through pre-installed Getac software solutions, including the new Log Tool, deployXpress, enrollXpress, GDMS, Driving Safety Utility, and OEMConfig.

Garmin releases annual inReach SOS Report

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

OLATHE, Kan., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today released its 2023 inReach® SOS Report, highlighting trends involving SOS incidents reported to Garmin Response℠ during the past calendar year. As a global leader in two-way satellite communication, Garmin inReach technology is available on a wide variety of devices and can help individuals stay in touch globally with two-way text messaging, location tracking and critical SOS emergency response services1.

Key Points: 
  • OLATHE, Kan., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today released its 2023 inReach® SOS Report , highlighting trends involving SOS incidents reported to Garmin Response℠ during the past calendar year.
  • Driving-related SOS incidents rose, emphasizing the importance of having an inReach on hand for situations when cell phone coverage is lacking.
  • With their inReach devices, as supported by the professionally trained Garmin Response staff, inReach users were able to self-rescue nearly 10% of the time.
  • Thanks to a dedicated SOS button and 100% global Iridium® satellite network coverage, Garmin inReach users can quickly send an SOS message should an emergency occur.

Geotab Brings Conversational AI to Connected Transportation Solutions at Mobile World Congress

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Geotab Ace is fueled by data-led AI processing capabilities analyzing more than 75 billion data points daily across global telecoms networks.

Key Points: 
  • Geotab Ace is fueled by data-led AI processing capabilities analyzing more than 75 billion data points daily across global telecoms networks.
  • Deeply integrated into MyGeotab, Geotab Ace instantly generates insights, while democratising and streamlining access to information to unlock new value from fleet data.
  • Geotab Ace was launched earlier this month at Geotab Connect, with the first public demonstrations of the AI copilot being debuted at Mobile World Congress.
  • Geotab Ace will be available to be experienced hands-on in the Ontario (Canada) Pavilion in Hall 7, 7G61, Kiosk 11 at Mobile World Congress from February 26 - 29, 2024.

Geotab Brings Conversational AI to Connected Transportation Solutions at Mobile World Congress

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Geotab Ace is fueled by data-led AI processing capabilities analyzing more than 75 billion data points daily across global telecoms networks.

Key Points: 
  • Geotab Ace is fueled by data-led AI processing capabilities analyzing more than 75 billion data points daily across global telecoms networks.
  • Deeply integrated into MyGeotab, Geotab Ace instantly generates insights, while democratising and streamlining access to information to unlock new value from fleet data.
  • Geotab Ace was launched earlier this month at Geotab Connect, with the first public demonstrations of the AI copilot being debuted at Mobile World Congress.
  • Geotab Ace will be available to be experienced hands-on in the Ontario (Canada) Pavilion in Hall 7, 7G61, Kiosk 11 at Mobile World Congress from February 26 - 29, 2024.

Spatial Computing Market Size to Grow USD 1304 Million by 2030 at a CAGR of 13.1% | Valuates Reports

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

The global Spatial Computing market was valued at USD 551 million in 2023 and is anticipated to reach USD 1304 million by 2030, witnessing a CAGR of 13.1% during the forecast period 2024-2030.

Key Points: 
  • The global Spatial Computing market was valued at USD 551 million in 2023 and is anticipated to reach USD 1304 million by 2030, witnessing a CAGR of 13.1% during the forecast period 2024-2030.
  • The market for spatial computing is mostly driven by the ongoing developments in AR and VR technology.
  • The need for location-based services (LBS) is increasing, which is driving the market for spatial computing.
  • The United States' Silicon Valley and Canada's research institutes are major tech hubs that support the region's leadership in spatial computing.

Spatial Computing Market Size to Grow USD 1304 Million by 2030 at a CAGR of 13.1% | Valuates Reports

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 27, 2024

The global Spatial Computing market was valued at USD 551 million in 2023 and is anticipated to reach USD 1304 million by 2030, witnessing a CAGR of 13.1% during the forecast period 2024-2030.

Key Points: 
  • The global Spatial Computing market was valued at USD 551 million in 2023 and is anticipated to reach USD 1304 million by 2030, witnessing a CAGR of 13.1% during the forecast period 2024-2030.
  • The market for spatial computing is mostly driven by the ongoing developments in AR and VR technology.
  • The need for location-based services (LBS) is increasing, which is driving the market for spatial computing.
  • The United States' Silicon Valley and Canada's research institutes are major tech hubs that support the region's leadership in spatial computing.