u-blox launches automotive Wi-Fi & Bluetooth module with RSDB support

The new u‑blox JODY‑W1 module is ideal for infotainment and telematics applications

Thalwil, Switzerland – January 31, 2017 – u‑blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, today announced the launch of JODY‑W1 , a host‑based automotive‑grade module. The new module enables real simultaneous dual band (RSDB) operation for faster, concurrent Wi‑Fi connectivity on the 2.4 and 5 GHz wireless bands.
As it also supports both dual‑band Wi‑Fi with 2×2 MIMO 802.11ac and dual‑mode Bluetooth (Bluetooth/Bluetooth low energy) 4.2, JODY‑W1 is ideal for in‑vehicle‑infotainment and telematics applications requiring high data rates and concurrent connectivity, such as in‑car hotspots, Wi‑Fi screens (e. g. Apple CarPlay) or video streaming across multiple clients.
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