Smarter, more efficient tracking starts here.
Traxmate offers a seamless integration with Sony’s Altair ALT1350 – the world’s most advanced cellular IoT chipset. Combine ultra-low power consumption, hybrid positioning, and global connectivity to track assets smarter than ever.
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The integrated solution of Traxmate and Sony’s Altair ALT1350 chipset offers a comprehensive solution for low-power use cases. For applications requiring energy-efficient general precision, such as basic asset tracking or IoT devices, the ALT1350, in combination with Traxmate, is an ideal choice. This technology enables devices to obtain their location seamlessly, outdoors and indoors, everywhere.
Keep reading to learn more about our joint solution, or read more about Sony’s Altair ALT1350 here.
About Sony's Altair ALT1350
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The Sony Altair ALT1350 chipset is a breakthrough in cellular IoT technology, designed for the next generation of asset tracking and smart connected devices.
It integrates:
- Cellular IoT (LTE-M, NB-IoT, Non-Terrestrial Networks)
- GNSS and WiFi positioning
- A sensor hub for motion and environmental data capture
What Makes the Solution so Powerful?
Sony’s Altair ALT1350 is the lowest-power LTE-M/NBIoT chipset, designed for the rapidly expanding 5G Massive Internet of Things market. It is the world’s first cellular IoT chipset to enable additional unlicensed spectrum communications protocols and satellite connectivity (NTN) in a single chipset. These abilities allow faster development, lower power, and smaller size, reducing costs to optimize use cases and emerging new trends.
Ultra low-power geolocation
Significantly reduced power consumption via cloud-based solvers extends device battery life.
Complete connectivity and coverage everywhere
Combining indoor WiFi scanning with GNSS and AI-enhanced Cell ID outdoor scanning guarantees continuous tracking of your devices throughout warehouses, stores, office buildings, and anywhere in between.
Effortless Integration with Traxmate & Sony Altair
By integrating Sony’s ALT1350 chipset with Traxmate, businesses gain a complete, power-efficient, and globally scalable real-time tracking solution optimized for indoor and outdoor environments.
This partnership enables faster deployment, reduces development complexity, and delivers high-accuracy tracking with ultra-low power consumption, making it ideal for modern IoT applications at any scale.
With Traxmate, integrating devices powered by Sony’s Altair ALT1350 chipset is not only simple but also designed for scalability, flexibility, and speed. Our platform provides a seamless connection between hardware and cloud services, allowing businesses to quickly unlock the full potential of their tracking solutions.
Key capabilities include:
Out-of-the-box onboarding for ALT1350-enabled devices, enabling fast and hassle-free deployments
Real-time location tracking displayed on fully customizable maps, with live status updates
Advanced positioning technologies that combine GNSS, WiFi, and cellular signals for maximum indoor and outdoor accuracy
Secure device management and data control, with end-to-end encryption and centralized access
Global connectivity support across LTE-M, NB-IoT, and satellite networks for uninterrupted worldwide tracking
Whether you’re deploying a few devices or scaling to thousands, Traxmate ensures smooth integration, without the need for custom software development.
How It Works
The Sony’s Altair ALT1350 chipset collects raw location data using GNSS, WiFi, or LTE Cell ID, intelligently selecting the most efficient method based on the environment. When satellite signals are limited, such as indoors or in dense urban areas, the chipset relies on Combain’s hybrid positioning service to accurately determine location using WiFi and Cell ID data. Once resolved, this location information is sent to the Traxmate Location Controller, which is processed, managed, and visualized in real time.
This seamless integration eliminates the need for custom development, enabling businesses to quickly deploy scalable, low-power tracking solutions that deliver high accuracy in any environment.
Key Features and Benefits
Ultra-Low Power Operation
- Optimized power consumption ensures multi-year battery life.
- Advanced sleep cycles reduce energy usage during inactivity.
- Minimizes maintenance needs in hard-to-reach locations.
Hybrid Positioning Technology
- Combines GNSS, WiFi, and LTE Cell ID for seamless indoor and outdoor tracking.
- Enhanced accuracy utilizing partner Combain's positioning services.
- Automatically selects the best available signal based on the environment.
Global Connectivity
- Compatible with LTE-M, NB-IoT, and satellite networks for worldwide coverage.
- Supports expansion into new markets without additional infrastructure.
Rapid Deployment & Integration
- Out-of-the-box onboarding with Traxmate's platform simplifies device activation.
- Real-time tracking and analytics tailored to specific operational needs.
Use Cases
Asset Tracking
- Track containers, pallets, tools, or equipment, across global operations with minimal maintenance. (ports, containers, tunnels).
- Reduce manual checks and loss risk by enabling real-time location awareness.
- Extend tracking range and lifespan with multi-year battery life and hybrid positioning.
Supply Chain & Logistics
- End-to-End Visibility:
Track global shipments in real-time with exceptional accuracy. - Improved Efficiency:
Reduce theft, delays, and optimize route management through accurate tracking and predictive analytics.
Smart Cities
- Track public infrastructure like signs, waste bins, street furniture, or rental equipment.
- Enable preventive maintenance through movement or usage patterns.
- Support sustainability and planning by collecting environmental and location data.
Workforce Safety
- Enhanced Employee Protection:
Low-power, highly reliable positioning for remote or hazardous environments. - Automated Safety:
Simplify emergency response with geofence-based alerts.
A Real World Scenario
Smarter Asset Tracking in Global Logistics
- Today, over 60% of global consumer goods, representing nearly $14 trillion in value, are transported via container shipping, according to American Prospect (2022).
- Between 2008 and 2022, an average of 1,566 containers were lost at sea each year, according to the World Shipping Council (2023).
- Recent research on container shipping found that economic risks are the most pressing and threatening, surpassing political, technical, legal, social, and environmental risks (Zhou et al., 2022)*.
These insights underscore the urgent need for solutions that minimize financial losses and enhance operational resilience in industries requiring low-power positioning.
* Zhou, Y., Li, X. and Yuen, K.F., 2022. Holistic risk assessment of container shipping service based on Bayesian Network Modelling. Reliability Engineering & System Safety, 220, p. 108305.
A global logistics company must track thousands of high-value cargo containers moving through ports, warehouses, and final delivery points across multiple countries. Traditional GPS-only tracking struggles in indoor environments like shipping terminals and distribution centers, while maintaining battery life for years has been a constant challenge.
By deploying trackers powered by Sony’s Altair ALT1350 chipset, integrated with Traxmate’s platform, the company achieves:
Reliable indoor and outdoor tracking: WiFi positioning pinpoints containers inside terminals; GNSS ensures precision during transit.
Multi-year battery life: The low-power capabilities of the ALT1350 dramatically extend tracker life, reducing maintenance costs.
Real-time visibility: Fleet managers access live container locations, movement history, and geofence alerts through Traxmate’s intuitive dashboards.
Faster deployment: Devices are onboarded instantly through Traxmate, requiring no custom integration, allowing the logistics network to scale up quickly across regions.
This integrated solution helps the company reduce cargo loss, optimize routing and storage operations, lower operational costs, and deliver better customer service — all while keeping energy usage minimal.
Conclusion: The Future of Tracking Starts Here
By combining Sony’s Altair ALT1350 chipset’s innovation with Traxmate’s real-time location intelligence, we deliver a future-ready IoT tracking solution that empowers businesses to track assets smarter, faster, and more efficiently.
Ready to transform your tracking capabilities?
Connect with Traxmate today to explore how our integration with Sony’s Altair ALT1350 can position your business at the forefront of next-generation tracking.