• Iridium 9604 combines satellite, cellular, and GNSS in one module. • Supports Iridium Short Burst Data, LTE-M, and global GNSS positioning. • Single 26x16 mm package saves up to 60% board space and cost. • Ideal for IoT solutions requiring multi-network connectivity. • Iridium 9604 offers 340 bytes mobile-originated and 270 bytes mobile-terminated SBD. • Global LEO coverage ensures worldwide data transmission.

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  • Iridium Communications announced the Iridium 9604, a single 26 × 16 mm module that combines Iridium Short‑Burst Data (SBD) satellite service, LTE‑M cellular connectivity, and GNSS positioning (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou). The design eliminates the need for separate satellite, cellular, and GNSS chips, potentially cutting board space by 60 % and reducing cost. The module supports global LEO coverage, FirstNet certification in the U.S., and offers a unified AT‑command set and SDK. A beta program launched earlier this year, with commercial availability slated for June 2026. Target applications include vessel tracking, global asset monitoring, smart agriculture, and emergency response.

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