New modules bring Android 16, 4G and 5G connectivity, processing and multimedia support to industrial and commercial IoT devices.
Quectel launches Android 16 smart modules for 4G and 5G IoT devices
Quectel has introduced two smart modules based on Android 16 for industrial and commercial IoT devices. The SH602FA supports 4G, while the SE505FE supports 5G. Both combine cellular connectivity, processing, graphics and multimedia functions in a single module, reducing the hardware and software work needed to build connected devices.
The modules target applications such as smart buildings, retail systems, industrial handhelds, wearables, vehicle systems, smart gateways and robotics. Their Android 16 support allows developers to build devices with graphical interfaces, multimedia functions, connectivity and security features without developing these functions from scratch.
Android can also help IoT devices exchange information with other systems. For example, a vending machine could share data with a building energy management system, while a retail kiosk could use its display to show transaction details, operating information and promotional content.
The 4G SH602FA is based on the MediaTek MT8786 chipset. It has two Cortex-A75 cores, six Cortex-A55 cores and a G52 MC2 GPU, allowing it to handle processing and graphics without an external host processor. It supports cameras up to 64MP and 2K video at 30fps.
The module supports LTE Cat 4, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1 and GNSS. Its LCC form factor and range of interfaces allow it to be integrated into products such as handheld terminals, industrial inspection equipment, smart intercoms and safety devices.
The 5G SE505FE uses the MediaTek MT8863T chipset, with two Cortex-A76 cores, six Cortex-A55 cores and a Mali-G57 GPU. It supports 5G Sub-6GHz, LTE Cat 4, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 and GNSS.
The SE505FE is aimed at devices that need higher-speed cellular connectivity and on-device processing. Possible applications include AR/VR devices, digital signage, tablets, industrial PDAs, robotics, smart gateways and intelligent video systems.
Together, the two modules give developers a choice between 4G and 5G for Android-based IoT products. By combining connectivity, processing and multimedia functions, they can reduce the need for separate hardware and custom software, which can also reduce development work and product development time.
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