One module keeps devices online by switching between WiFi, cellular, and satellite on its own with no contracts and no extra hardware for use across locations.
Blues has launched Notecard for Skylo, a module that gives devices cloud connectivity through satellite, cellular, and WiFi—without requiring satellite subscriptions or long-term contracts. The module automatically switches between networks, keeping devices online even in areas with limited coverage.
Notecard for Skylo is designed to add multi-network failover to any narrowband device, making it useful for industries such as transportation, logistics, energy, and commercial equipment. For example, a logistics device can use WiFi in warehouses, cellular on the road, and satellite in remote locations, with Notecard for Skylo handling the switches automatically.
The module allows developers to prototype quickly and helps companies scale narrowband solutions more efficiently and at lower costs. Unlike traditional satellite IoT products, it doesn’t require extra hardware, subscriptions, or minimum commitments—satellite connectivity is offered on a pay-as-you-go basis.
With multiple networks, devices maintain reliable access to data. If one connection fails, the module switches to another automatically. Notecard for Skylo keeps the same cellular capabilities as other Notecard products while adding satellite uplink and downlink for areas outside cellular coverage. Existing narrowband users get satellite failover, and those needing midband or wideband coverage can use a Starnote accessory.
“Two years ago, Blues and Skylo teamed up to launch Starnote for Skylo, an add-on to our flagship Notecard that brought satellite connectivity to our customers,” said Brandon Satrom, SVP of Product & Experience at Blues. “As adoption grew, it became clear that some of our customers wanted a single-module solution for seamless WiFi-to-cellular-to-satellite failover. In response, Blues and Skylo collaborated once again; developing Notecard for Skylo to deliver the simplicity, affordability, and innovation customers expect from Blues.”
“Our partnership with Blues continues to raise the bar for what’s possible in NTN connectivity,” said Vijay Krishnan, VP of Strategic Partnerships at Skylo. “Notecard for Skylo makes reliable, standards-based satellite connectivity accessible to more industries and device types than ever before. As businesses look to scale critical operations in areas where coverage is unpredictable, this integrated module provides the resilience, reach and reliability they can trust, backed by a global NTN network built for real-world performance.”
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