Digi XBee Cellular Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) is a low-cost, low power wide area (LPWA) embedded cellular modem designed specifically to handle small amounts of data over existing cellular networks, provide improved range, and optimized for maximum battery life.
The modem is programmable, with support for custom MicroPython applications running directly onboard, allowing users to more efficiently manage their devices and eliminating the need for an external microcontroller in certain use-cases.
Features:
•Development kits and modems shipping January 2018
•Extremely low power consumption for battery life of 10+ years
•Excellent coverage and building penetration
•Reduced hardware complexity with only 1 antenna required
•Transparent and API modes simplify software integration
•Integrated MicroPython programmability enables custom scripting directly on the modem
•Enhanced with Digi TrustFence™ security framework
•CE/RED certified and network tested
•Manage and configure with XCTU and Digi Remote Manager®
•Available with Digi provided SIM cards and data plans