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Notecard for Skylo
A Single Compact Module with Cellular, Satellite and WiFi Connectivity
Reliable multi-network connectivity in a plug-and-play module. Connect your devices anywhere, no subscription required.
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Your Cheat Code for Always-On Connectivity
Ensure your data always has a path to the cloud, even when cellular isn't available. Notecard for Skylo combines global LTE Cat M and GPRS cellular, satellite, and WiFi in a single compact module to connect your device to the cloud.
Designed for mission-critical industries like transportation and logistics, energy, and industrial IoT. Notecard for Skylo empowers developers to prototype faster and decision-makers to deploy at scale.
Notecard for Skylo offers an affordable way to add satellite failover to any wirelessly connected device with no additional certifications, subscriptions, or commitments. Multiple Radio Access Technology (RAT) connectivity gives you peace of mind that you can access your remote device data when you need it most.
Notecard for Skylo enables:
- Reliable bi-directional communication between device and cloud
- Real-time access to data from your devices
- Secure over-the-air updates, DFU and enterprise fleet management over cellular or WiFi
- Freedom from expensive satellite subscriptions and certifications with bundled cellular and satellite data
- An affordable, predictable pricing model built for scale
- Easy integration with your device through M.2 connectors
Plug-and-Play Satellite Connectivity
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Plug and Prototype Immediately
M.2 connector and JSON interface designed for fast prototyping, no satellite expertise needed.
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Fleet Management Built In
Blues makes it easy to route data to the cloud, quickly provision devices at scale, and manage all your assets.
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Swap Connectivity Without Redesign
Our architecture means you can change connectivity methods with minimal code and avoid costly hardware redesigns.
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Enterprise Security, Out of the Box
Encrypted, off-internet communications and a pre-loaded secure element protect your device data from edge to cloud.
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Automatic Failover, Zero Configuration
Automatically fall back from WiFi to cellular to satellite. Your devices stay online even in the most remote locations.
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Ultra-Low Power for Remote Deployments
Run for years on battery power with sleep mode that wakes on sensor events. Designed for deployments where power is limited.
Fast-Track Your Connectivity Journey with Blues
Blues provides a robust solution for secure, reliable, and energy-efficient communication between device and cloud. Get started in five easy steps.
Choose your Connectivity
Choose from cellular, WiFi, satellite, Lora, or a combination of radio access technologies to wirelessly connect to your device.
Build Your Device with Notecard
When you build your device, include a Notecard. A low-power, system-on-module that enables wireless communication between your device and the cloud.
Configure Your Device with Notehub
Using Notehub, our cloud orchestration layer, you can configure your device and update your device remotely.
Securely Access Your Data
Notecard sends your device data to Notehub using encrypted, off-internet channels. You can access your data as single JSON packets.
Use Your Cloud Platform of Choice
From Notehub, send your data to any major cloud or analytics platform you choose with a low-code implementation.
Transportation and Logistics
Track assets across depots, highways, and remote delivery routes without coverage gaps. A container monitored on WiFi at the warehouse automatically switches to cellular on the highway and satellite in rural areas. Notecard for Skylo handles the transition invisibly.
Commercial Equipment
Keep field equipment online for downtime prevention, even when cellular coverage is spotty. Avoid costly equipment failures and truck rolls by staying connected to every asset, everywhere.
Energy and Utilities
Monitor off-grid energy infrastructure including pipelines, substations, and renewable installations with reliable data transmission regardless of location. Pay-as-you-go satellite keeps data flowing without locking you into expensive connectivity contracts.
Take Your Next Step
Whether you own the business, product, tech stack, (or all three!), we’re ready to chat or to help you dive right in.
FAQs
Most satellite connections require outdoor placement or at least a clear line-of-sight to the sky. For best performance, we suggest placing Notecard for Skylo outside using the provided antenna.
Satellite communication generally consumes more power than cellular or WiFi because it requires higher transmit energy to reach orbit. However, for IoT applications that send small packets of data occasionally, satellite can still run on battery or solar power for years with the right design. The key is optimizing for low-duty-cycle transmissions rather than continuous connectivity. Notecard for Skylo is designed to be super low power when not transmitting.
Notecard for Skylo is an affordable way to add satellite failover to your wireless connected device. It does not require a subscription or commitment to a minimum monthly data usage. It comes bundled with 10KB of satellite and 500MB of cellular data.
Notecard for Skylo includes a u.FL connector for one antenna which is used for both cellular and satellite connectivity. As long as the antenna has an unobstructed view of the sky, it will work reliably.
Yes. Many IoT solutions use a hybrid approach, relying on cellular or WiFi where coverage is strong, and switching to satellite as a backup in remote areas. Notecard for Skylo offers cellular, WiFi and Satellite coverage. This ensures continuous connectivity without overpaying for satellite when cheaper networks are available.
Yes. Satellite networks are built to support large fleets of devices. Costs scale based on the number of devices and messages sent, so you can start small and grow as needed. Blues provides fleet management tools to monitor data usage and control costs.
Notecard for Skylo is designed for industries where reliable connectivity is critical but often difficult to achieve, such as logistics, clean technology, industrial IoT, and energy management. For example, logistics providers can use satellite failover to maintain real-time fleet tracking in remote areas. Clean tech companies can collect and transmit data from sensors in off-grid locations. Industrial operators can reduce downtime by ensuring uninterrupted monitoring of equipment, even when cellular or WiFi is unavailable. By supporting cellular, Wi-Fi, and satellite connectivity in one device, Notecard for Skylo enables businesses across sectors to deploy IoT solutions with confidence, knowing they won’t lose critical data due to coverage gaps.
Unlike traditional satellite IoT modules that require expensive monthly subscriptions or specialized hardware, Notecard for Skylo is designed to be cost-efficient and scalable. The device offers satellite connectivity at an affordable, predictable price point, making it accessible for businesses of all sizes. Because it integrates cellular, WiFi, and satellite in one solution, companies don’t need to manage multiple modules or connectivity contracts. Its low-power architecture extends battery life, reducing ongoing maintenance costs. Additionally, integration with Notehub streamlines data routing to the cloud, minimizing the need for custom backend development. Together, these features help organizations deploy faster, scale efficiently, and lower total cost of ownership, with no additional certifications and no subscription.
No, you don’t need prior experience with satellite technology to successfully deploy Notecard for Skylo. The device is built with developers in mind, featuring a simple JSON-based interface that eliminates the complexity of managing different connectivity protocols. With built-in support for cellular, satellite, and WiFi fallback, Notecard for Skylo automatically handles network switching to ensure reliable data transmission. Integration with Notehub provides a straightforward way to securely route data to any cloud service without requiring custom network engineering. This means both developers building prototypes and enterprises scaling deployments can leverage satellite connectivity without needing deep technical expertise in telecommunications or satellite infrastructure.