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We discuss how to increase access for remote IoT devices using satellite as primary or secondary connectivity with the same radio infrastructure. Guests Tarun Gupta of Skylo Technologies and Kenta Yasakawa of Soracom explain how recent advancements in satellite standards now enable devices to connect with both cellular and satellite networks seamlessly. The discussion covers the technical aspects, prime use cases, and the significant cost and operational benefits of integrating satellite connectivity into existing IoT networks. The episode highlights how this technology can improve service reliability, particularly in remote or hard-to-reach areas, and offers insights into how developers can future-proof their hardware for blended network environments.

0:00 Deploying Blended Connectivity Using Cellular and Satellite Networks (with Tarun Gupta and Kenta Yasukawa)

00:27 Introduction to Satellite Connectivity for IoT Devices

01:25 Understanding Skylo's Role in Satellite Connectivity

02:12 Technical Insights: Satellite and Cellular Integration

04:34 Building Skylo: Partnerships and Ecosystem

06:11 Soracom's Connectivity Platform and Satellite Integration

09:30 Use Cases and Applications of Satellite Connectivity

13:08 Technical Considerations for Hardware and Certification

16:35 Cost and Efficiency of Satellite Connectivity

24:51 Global Coverage and Future Prospects

29:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts