Frequently Asked Questions

Notecard Cell+WiFi is a secure, low-power IoT system-on-module that combines LTE Cat-1 cellular and Wi‑Fi connectivity in a single device. It’s designed for fast, scalable deployment of connected products with minimal code and hardware complexity.

With the Notecard Cell+WiFi, you can easily integrate dual connectivity by plugging the module into your host microcontroller or Notecarrier via the M.2 edge connector. It automatically manages connections and allows fallback between Wi‑Fi and cellular using the same developer-friendly JSON API.

The Notecard Cell+WiFi has variations that support NB-IoT, LTE Cat M, LTE Cat 1, LTE Cat 1 bis, and connects to 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n Wi‑Fi networks. This ensures broad compatibility with carriers and routers worldwide.

Yes. It includes a built-in GNSS module, providing GPS location tracking for asset monitoring, geofencing, and time synchronization applications.

Absolutely. All data is encrypted on device and sent via secure, off-internet tunnels to Notehub. The Notecard includes built-in ECC certificates and hardware-based authentication to protect your devices end-to-end.

Notecards are optimized for low-power applications. In idle mode, the Notecard Cell+WiFi consumes as little as 8µA, making it ideal for battery-powered and energy-constrained deployments.

Yes. Each Notecard Cell+WiFi includes 500MB of cellular data and 10 years of service with no subscription fees or contracts. You get reliable global connectivity right out of the box with flexible pricing to fit your needs.

Yes. Notecard Cell+WiFi can be configured to prioritize either cellular or Wi‑Fi and automatically fall back to the other when a stable connection is unavailable, ensuring reliable connectivity at all times.

Yes. Blues offers a Notecard Cell+WiFi Starter Kit that includes everything you need to get started: a Global Notecard Cell+WiFi, a Notecarrier F, an antenna, a Feather MCU, and a link to our quickstart guide. It’s the fastest way to prototype and test connected applications.