Longer battery life targeting up to 10 years;
Superior coverage for IoT devices underground and deep inside        buildings; and
Reduced module and deployment cost. Sierra Wireless’ HL78 embedded modules use the ALT1250 radio baseband      chipset from strategic partner Altair. “The strength of our ongoing partnership with Sierra Wireless helped us      rapidly integrate and certify our ALT1250 chipset into the compact HL78      modules,” said Ilan Reingold, Vice President, Business Development and      Marketing at Altair Semiconductor (A Sony Group Company). “The      comprehensive market-leading efficiency of the HL78 modules will be the      catalyst for a new generation of IoT applications.”
AirPrime® HL78 modules deliver best-in-class power performance,      extending the life of battery-operated devices by 5-10 times compared to      other available LTE-M/NB-IoT modules. This new level of ultra-low power      consumption, with improved wake-up and sleep mode responsiveness, makes      HL78 the module of choice for any power-constrained IoT application. In addition to low-power performance unique to the HL78 design, the      modules integrate GNSS tracking capability, security and an embedded SIM      in a new compact CF3® size (18mm x15mm) that is pin-to-pin compatible      with other HL Series modules. Customers have the flexibility to deploy      the same device on global LTE-M (Cat-M1/eMTC) and NB-IoT (Cat-NB1)      networks, with support for more than 20 LTE frequency bands in addition      to optional 2G fallback. Built-in security, including HTTPS, secure      socket, secure boot and free unlimited firmware over-the-air (FOTA) updates from the AirVantage® device management IoT Platform, helps      customers ensure HL78 deployments are future-proof and secure. For more information about AirPrime HL7800 embedded modules and where      they plan to launch next, visit: https://www.sierrawireless.com/products-and-solutions/embedded-solutions/products/hl7800 . To contact the Sierra Wireless Sales Desk, call 1-877-687-7795 or visit https://www.sierrawireless.com/sales . Resources:
Note to editors:
About Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR) (TSX: SW) is an IoT pioneer, empowering      businesses and industries to transform and thrive in the connected      economy. Customers start with Sierra because we offer a device to cloud      solution, comprised of embedded and networking solutions seamlessly      integrated with our secure cloud and connectivity services. OEMs and      enterprises worldwide rely on our expertise in delivering fully      integrated solutions to reduce complexity, turn data into intelligence      and get their connected products and services to market faster. Sierra      Wireless has more than 1,300 employees globally and operates R&D centers      in North America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit https://www.sierrawireless.com . Connect with Sierra Wireless on the IoT Blog at https://www.sierrawireless.com/iot-blog ,      on Twitter at @SierraWireless, on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/sierra-wireless and on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/SierraWireless . About Altair Semiconductor
Altair Semiconductor, a subsidiary of Sony Semiconductor Solutions      Corporation, is a leading provider of Internet of Things (IoT) chipsets,      enabling the connection of Things to the internet through cellular      networks. The company's flagship ALT1250 is the smallest and most highly      integrated LTE Cat-M and NB-IoT chipset, featuring ultra-low power      consumption, hardware-based security, global oneSKU, application MCU and      GNSS. Altair partners with leading global OEMs and ODMs to provide      low-power and cost-efficient modules for a range of industrial and      consumer IoT applications, such as trackers, smart meters, wearables and      vehicle telematics. Altair's chipsets have been commercially deployed on      the world's most advanced LTE networks. For more information, visit  www.altair-semi.com . Follow Altair on Twitter: @AltairSemi. “Sierra Wireless”, “AirPrime”, “AirVantage” and “CF3” are registered      trademarks of Sierra Wireless. Other product or service names mentioned      herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve      risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements relate to,      among other things, plans and timing for the introduction or enhancement      of our services and products, statements about future market conditions,      supply conditions, channel and end customer demand conditions, revenues,      gross margins, operating expenses, profits, and other expectations,      intentions, and plans contained in this press release that are not      historical fact. Our expectations regarding future revenues and earnings      depend in part upon our ability to successfully develop, manufacture,      and supply products that we do not produce today and that meet defined      specifications. When used in this press release, the words "plan",      "expect", "believe", and similar expressions generally identify      forward-looking statements. These statements reflect our current      expectations. They are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties,      including, but not limited to, changes in technology and changes in the      wireless data communications market. In light of the many risks and      uncertainties surrounding the wireless data communications market, you      should understand that we cannot assure you that the forward-looking      statements contained in this press release will be realized. Contacts

Sierra Wireless AirPrime® HL78 LPWA Modules Set to Roll out Globally With KDDI and AT&T LTE-M Network Certifications

March 01, 2018 01:03 AM Eastern Standard Time
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ:SWIR) (TSX:SW), the leading provider of fully      integrated device-to-cloud solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT),      and KDDI      Corporation , a Japanese telecommunications and system integration      provider, today announced that KDDI has selected Sierra Wireless AirPrime®      HL78 cellular modules for LTE-M IoT applications. KDDI will be the      world’s first MNO to provide its customers with HL78 modules operating      on its LTE-M network, beginning in mid-2018 with one of the leading LP      gas smart meter companies in Japan. KDDI expects more LTE-M IoT      applications in diverse markets to follow, including logistics and      wearables. KDDI launched the      first domestic cellular LTE-M telecommunication service in Japan . LP gas service providers using the new smart meters      will be able to boost their operational efficiency while offering their      customers value-added services. LTE-M networks deliver a new class of      wireless technology specifically designed for low-power IoT applications      [ see      infographic ], combining lower cost, broader coverage and better      battery life with globally available and secure cellular networks. “Sierra Wireless’ modules provide exceptional low-power performance,      allowing smart gas meters to consume so little electricity that they      will be able to perform two-way telecommunication for about 10 years on      three 2,400mA industrial batteries,” said Hiroyuki Kimura, Deputy      General Manager, IoT Business Development Division, KDDI. “The extended      coverage provided by our LTE-M network will allow LP gas service      providers to reach more of the Japanese market.”
The HL78      modules , featuring Altair Semiconductor’s integrated ALT1250      chipset , deliver best-in-class power performance extending the life      of battery operated devices by up to 10X compared to other available      LTE-M/NB-IoT modules. This new level of power saving modes, with      improved wake-up and sleep mode responsiveness, as well as      ultra-low-power sleep mode, make HL78 modules the ideal choice for any      power-constrained IoT application. “Sierra Wireless’ HL78 modules give system integrators like KDDI the      most scalable, lowest power module platform for LPWA designs,” said Dan      Schieler, Senior Vice President and General Manager, OEM Solutions,      Sierra Wireless. “We’re excited to be working with KDDI on this      large-scale LTE-M deployment in the utility market and to support them      as the first MNO in the world to complete interoperability testing with      HL78. We are planning to start delivering HL78 to KDDI in July 2018.”
In addition to low-power performance unique to the HL78 design, the      modules integrate GNSS tracking capability, security and an embedded      SIM[1] in a new compact CF3® size (18mm x15mm) that is pin-to-pin      compatible with other HL Series modules. Customers have the flexibility      to deploy the same device on global LTE-M and NB-IoT (Cat-NB1)[2]      networks, with support for more than 20 LTE frequency bands in addition      to optional 2G fallback[1]. Built-in security, including HTTPS, secure      socket, secure boot and free unlimited firmware over-the-air (FOTA)      updates from the AirVantage®      device management IoT Platform , helps customers ensure HL78      deployments are future proof and secure. “The utility meter market in Japan is very advanced and has ultra-low      power consumption and stringent security requirements”, said Ilan      Reingold, VP of Business Development and Marketing for Altair. “Sierra’s      HL78 modules are excellently suited to meet these needs.”
[1] KDDI currently doesn't support 2G fallback, and an embedded SIM of      HL78. [2] Interoperability testing with HL78 on KDDI NB-IoT Network      is still undecided. Resources
To contact the Sierra Wireless Sales Desk, call +1 877-687-7795 or visit http://www.sierrawireless.com/sales . Note to editors:
About Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ:SWIR) (TSX:SW) is an IoT pioneer, empowering      businesses and industries to transform and thrive in the connected      economy. Customers Start with Sierra because we offer a device to cloud      solution, comprised of embedded and networking solutions seamlessly      integrated with our secure cloud and connectivity services. OEMs and      enterprises worldwide rely on our expertise in delivering fully      integrated solutions to reduce complexity, turn data into intelligence      and get their connected products and services to market faster. Sierra      Wireless has 1,400 employees globally and operates R&D centers in North      America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.sierrawireless.com . Connect with Sierra Wireless on the IoT Blog at http://www.sierrawireless.com/iot-blog ,      on Twitter at @SierraWireless, on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/sierra-wireless and on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/SierraWireless . “Sierra Wireless”, “AirPrime” and “AirVantage” are registered trademarks      of Sierra Wireless. Other product or service names mentioned herein may      be the trademarks of their respective owners. About KDDI
KDDI is the second largest telecommunication service provider in Japan,      offering both mobile and fixed-line communications. With its      well-established base of over 50 million customers, and through mobile      services and shops offering its "au" brand, KDDI is expanding its      services into the "Life Design" business, which includes fintech,      e-commerce and nationwide electric power utility services. With a      60-year history, KDDI is now focusing on creating smart infrastructure      through IoT technologies and open innovation with partners and start-up      companies in diverse industries. KDDI is accelerating the global growth      of its telecommunications consumer business, with operations in Myanmar      and Mongolia, and in the global ICT business with the "TELEHOUSE" brand. KDDI (TYO: 9433) is listed on the Tokyo stock exchange. Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve      risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements relate to,      among other things, plans and timing for the introduction or enhancement      of our services and products, statements about future market conditions,      supply conditions, channel and end customer demand conditions, revenues,      gross margins, operating expenses, profits, and other expectations,      intentions, and plans contained in this press release that are not      historical fact. Our expectations regarding future revenues and earnings      depend in part upon our ability to successfully develop, manufacture,      and supply products that we do not produce today and that meet defined      specifications. When used in this press release, the words "plan",      "expect", "believe", and similar expressions generally identify      forward-looking statements. These statements reflect our current      expectations. They are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties,      including, but not limited to, changes in technology and changes in the      wireless data communications market. In light of the many risks and      uncertainties surrounding the wireless data communications market, you      should understand that we cannot assure you that the forward-looking      statements contained in this press release will be realized. Contacts

KDDI Supports Sierra Wireless AirPrime® HL78 Low-Power Wide-Area Module for LTE-M IoT Applications in Japan

KDDI Supports Sierra Wireless AirPrime® HL78 Low-Power Wide-Area Module for LTE-M IoT Applications in Japan
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in Japan on KDDI’s LTE-M (Cat-M1/eMTC) network using Sierra Wireless
Low-Power Wide-Area (LPWA) modules
connectivity with best-in-class power performance and unlimited firmware
over-the-air updates on KDDI’s LTE-M network
VANCOUVER, British Columbia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ:SWIR) (TSX:SW), the leading provider of fully
integrated device-to-cloud solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT),
provider, today announced that KDDI has selected Sierra Wireless AirPrime®
HL78 cellular modules for LTE-M IoT applications. KDDI will be the
world’s first MNO to provide its customers with HL78 modules operating
on its LTE-M network, beginning in mid-2018 with one of the leading LP
gas smart meter companies in Japan. KDDI expects more LTE-M IoT
applications in diverse markets to follow, including logistics and
wearables. will be able to boost their operational efficiency while offering their
customers value-added services. LTE-M networks deliver a new class of
wireless technology specifically designed for low-power IoT applications
battery life with globally available and secure cellular networks. “Sierra Wireless’ modules provide exceptional low-power performance,
allowing smart gas meters to consume so little electricity that they
will be able to perform two-way telecommunication for about 10 years on
three 2,400mA industrial batteries,” said Hiroyuki Kimura, Deputy
General Manager, IoT Business Development Division, KDDI. “The extended
coverage provided by our LTE-M network will allow LP gas service
providers to reach more of the Japanese market.”
chipset , deliver best-in-class power performance extending the life
of battery operated devices by up to 10X compared to other available
LTE-M/NB-IoT modules. This new level of power saving modes, with
improved wake-up and sleep mode responsiveness, as well as
ultra-low-power sleep mode, make HL78 modules the ideal choice for any
power-constrained IoT application. most scalable, lowest power module platform for LPWA designs,” said Dan
Schieler, Senior Vice President and General Manager, OEM Solutions,
Sierra Wireless. “We’re excited to be working with KDDI on this
large-scale LTE-M deployment in the utility market and to support them
as the first MNO in the world to complete interoperability testing with
HL78. We are planning to start delivering HL78 to KDDI in July 2018.”
In addition to low-power performance unique to the HL78 design, the
modules integrate GNSS tracking capability, security and an embedded
SIM[1] in a new compact CF3® size (18mm x15mm) that is pin-to-pin
compatible with other HL Series modules. Customers have the flexibility
to deploy the same device on global LTE-M and NB-IoT (Cat-NB1)[2]
networks, with support for more than 20 LTE frequency bands in addition
to optional 2G fallback[1]. Built-in security, including HTTPS, secure
socket, secure boot and free unlimited firmware over-the-air (FOTA)
updates from the AirVantage®
deployments are future proof and secure. “The utility meter market in Japan is very advanced and has ultra-low
power consumption and stringent security requirements”, said Ilan
Reingold, VP of Business Development and Marketing for Altair. “Sierra’s
HL78 modules are excellently suited to meet these needs.”
[1] KDDI currently doesn’t support 2G fallback, and an embedded SIM of
HL78. is still undecided. Note to editors:
About Sierra Wireless
businesses and industries to transform and thrive in the connected
economy. Customers Start with Sierra because we offer a device to cloud
solution, comprised of embedded and networking solutions seamlessly
integrated with our secure cloud and connectivity services. OEMs and
enterprises worldwide rely on our expertise in delivering fully
integrated solutions to reduce complexity, turn data into intelligence
and get their connected products and services to market faster. Sierra
Wireless has 1,400 employees globally and operates R&D centers in North
America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.sierrawireless.com . Connect with Sierra Wireless on the IoT Blog at http://www.sierrawireless.com/iot-blog ,
on Twitter at @SierraWireless, on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/sierra-wireless
and on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/SierraWireless . “Sierra Wireless”, “AirPrime” and “AirVantage” are registered trademarks
of Sierra Wireless. Other product or service names mentioned herein may
be the trademarks of their respective owners. About KDDI
offering both mobile and fixed-line communications. With its
well-established base of over 50 million customers, and through mobile
services and shops offering its “au” brand, KDDI is expanding its
services into the “Life Design” business, which includes fintech,
e-commerce and nationwide electric power utility services. With a
60-year history, KDDI is now focusing on creating smart infrastructure
through IoT technologies and open innovation with partners and start-up
companies in diverse industries. KDDI is accelerating the global growth
of its telecommunications consumer business, with operations in Myanmar
and Mongolia, and in the global ICT business with the “TELEHOUSE” brand. KDDI (TYO: 9433) is listed on the Tokyo stock exchange. risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements relate to,
among other things, plans and timing for the introduction or enhancement
of our services and products, statements about future market conditions,
supply conditions, channel and end customer demand conditions, revenues,
gross margins, operating expenses, profits, and other expectations,
intentions, and plans contained in this press release that are not
historical fact. Our expectations regarding future revenues and earnings
depend in part upon our ability to successfully develop, manufacture,
and supply products that we do not produce today and that meet defined
specifications. When used in this press release, the words “plan”,
“expect”, “believe”, and similar expressions generally identify
forward-looking statements. These statements reflect our current
expectations. They are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties,
including, but not limited to, changes in technology and changes in the
wireless data communications market. In light of the many risks and
uncertainties surrounding the wireless data communications market, you
should understand that we cannot assure you that the forward-looking
statements contained in this press release will be realized. Contacts

Sierra Wireless embedded modules on T-Mobile network will transform      IoT applications by enabling lower cost, longer battery life and      superior coverage
January 09, 2018 04:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR) (TSX: SW), the leading provider of fully      integrated device-to-cloud solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT),      today announced that Sierra Wireless AirPrime®      WP77 embedded wireless modules are now certified to operate on      T-Mobile’s NB-IoT network, which is live in Las Vegas and will be      nationwide mid-year. NB-IoT, part of the 3GPP standard for Low Power Wide Area (LPWA)      networks, supports large-scale IoT deployments such as smart city      services, smart metering, supply chain management, and industrial      equipment monitoring. LPWA has been embraced by leading global carriers,      which helps build a broad base of ecosystem partners, devices and      applications for global markets. Advantages of LPWA compared to traditional cellular connectivity options      include:
Longer battery life targeting up to 10 years. Better coverage for IoT devices underground and deep inside buildings. Reduced module and deployment cost. “T-Mobile’s NB-IoT network in the U.S. makes cellular the superior      option for connecting IoT solutions, which will benefit existing      applications and enable many new ones,” said Dan Schieler, Senior Vice      President and General Manager, OEM Solutions at Sierra Wireless. “Sierra      Wireless WP77 modules will help customers take advantage of NB-IoT’s improved coverage and battery life, with dramatically simplified      development for applications like secure gateways for smart homes and      cities.”
The WP77 also supports LTE-M (Cat-M1) with 2G fallback, an integrated      GNSS receiver, and comprehensive set of interfaces for connecting      sensors with a dedicated application CPU core running the Linux-based      open source Legato® application framework. WP77 modules are fully      compliant with the 3GPP Release 13 standard and footprint compatible      with all 3G and 4G (Cat-1/3/4) WP Series. For more information, visit http://www.sierrawireless.com/LPWA . For more information about LPWA AirPrime embedded wireless modules,      visit: https://www.sierrawireless.com/lpwa . To contact the Sierra Wireless Sales Desk, call +1 (604) 232-1488 or      visit http://www.sierrawireless.com/sales . Note to editors:

Sierra Wireless AirPrime® Modules Certified On T-Mobile’s NB-IoT Network

Sierra Wireless Device to Cloud Solution Selected by Itelma for      AvtoVAZ’s Lada Connected Vehicles in Russia
AirPrime® embedded modules and AirVantage® IoT Platform provide      automotive-grade cellular connectivity and service delivery for the      first production cars in Russia to carry the emergency ERA-GLONASS system
September 13, 2016 08:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time
VANCOUVER, Canada--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ:SWIR) (TSX:SW) today announced that Itelma, a      manufacturer and distributor of automotive equipment, has selected      Sierra Wireless’ family of smart      automotive modules and cloud-based      AirVantage® IoT Platform to enable cellular connectivity and service      delivery for its emergency response ERA-GLONASS units supplied to the      Russian automotive market. The connected car technology is being      installed in AvtoVAZ’s LADA vehicles, the first production cars in      Russia to carry the emergency system. “Sierra Wireless provides us with a leading-edge automotive connectivity      solution that is reliable and scales easily,” said Alexander Sokolov,      Deputy Director of Development at Itelma. “They are providing us with a      fully automotive-grade module, as well as a device and connectivity      management platform. This complete solution supports our vision of      developing innovative technologies for connected cars and services in      the future.”
Utilizing Sierra Wireless smart automotive modules connected to the      Sierra Wireless platform, the Itelma ERA-GLONASS emergency response unit      automatically locates a vehicle and transmits SOS signals through mobile      networks to responder services during an emergency. In the event of an      accident, information transmitted contains the exact coordinates, time      and severity of the accident, as well as the vehicle registration      number. The driver can also send a signal by clicking the appropriate      button. ERA-GLONASS functionality is a mandatory requirement for all new      type approved vehicles from 2015 and all cars from 2017 in Russia. The      Russian system is harmonized with the European emergency system (eCall),      which is set to launch in 2018. The entire deployment is remotely managed through the Sierra Wireless      AirVantage IoT Platform, allowing SIMs to be monitored and managed, and      device firmware to be updated over-the-air, ensuring a cost-effective      solution. This also allows Russian automobile manufacturers to remotely      manage their fleet from factory to dealership. “Our smart automotive modules and cloud-based AirVantage IoT Platform      provide an advanced automotive solution for next-generation vehicles,”      said Dan Schieler, Senior Vice President of OEM Solutions for Sierra      Wireless. “We are pleased to collaborate with Itelma and look forward to      working closely with them on their expanding cellular connectivity      requirements.”
Based in Tolyatti, Russia, AvtoVAZ is the largest car manufacturer in Russia and Eastern Europe. Itelma manufactures and distributes devices for the automotive industry,      supplying its products to the leading automobile manufacturers in Russia. For more information about Sierra Wireless solutions for the automotive      market, visit: http://www.sierrawireless.com/automotive . Visit the Sierra Wireless website for more information about AirPrime      embedded solutions and the AirVantage      IoT Platform . To contact the Sierra Wireless Sales Desk, call +1 877-687-7795 or visit http://www.sierrawireless.com/sales . To view and download images of Sierra Wireless products, visit http://www.sierrawireless.com/newsroom/productimages.aspx . About Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR) (TSX: SW) is building the Internet of      Things with intelligent wireless solutions that empower organizations to      innovate in the connected world. We offer the industry’s most      comprehensive portfolio of 2G, 3G and 4G embedded modules and gateways,      seamlessly integrated with our secure cloud and connectivity services. OEMs and enterprises worldwide trust our innovative solutions to get      their connected products and services to market faster. Sierra Wireless      has more than 1,000 employees globally and operates R&D centers in North      America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.sierrawireless.com . Connect with Sierra Wireless on the IoT Blog at http://www.sierrawireless.com/iot-blog ,      on Twitter at @SierraWireless, on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/sierra-wireless and on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/SierraWireless . “Sierra Wireless, AirPrime” and “AirVantage” are trademarks of Sierra      Wireless. Other product or service names mentioned herein may be the      trademarks of their respective owners. Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve      risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements relate to,      among other things, plans and timing for the introduction or enhancement      of our services and products, statements about future market conditions,      supply conditions, channel and end customer demand conditions, revenues,      gross margins, operating expenses, profits, and other expectations,      intentions, and plans contained in this press release that are not      historical fact. Our expectations regarding future revenues and earnings      depend in part upon our ability to successfully develop, manufacture,      and supply products that we do not produce today and that meet defined      specifications. When used in this press release, the words "plan",      "expect", "believe", and similar expressions generally identify      forward-looking statements. These statements reflect our current      expectations. They are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties,      including, but not limited to, changes in technology and changes in the      wireless data communications market. In light of the many risks and      uncertainties surrounding the wireless data communications market, you      should understand that we cannot assure you that the forward-looking      statements contained in this press release will be realized. Contacts


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