u-blox RUBY-W2 Wi-Fi 7 module

u-blox has launched its first automotive-grade Wi-Fi 7 module, enabling OEMs to enhance the user experience of in-vehicle infotainment and telematics.

The RUBY-W2 brings multiple benefits of Wi-Fi 7 to the automotive market, including high throughput, support for more concurrent users and low latency, which should result in improved network availability and user experience for various in-vehicle applications. Typical use cases span infotainment and navigation and advanced telematics.

The module is designed to deliver high-quality personalised video, audio and gaming performance, supporting multiple passenger screens. In addition, it enables firmware-over-the-air (FOTA) updates as well as high-speed data off-loading. For the driver, it should offer a improved user experience for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as it seamlessly connects the smartphone to the built-in display over Wi-Fi.

Based on Qualcomm Technologies’ Snapdragon Auto Connectivity Platform and the QCA6797AQ, the automotive-grade Wi-Fi 7 access point solution, the module series supports 2x2 MIMO Multi-Link Operation (MLO). It provides simultaneous performance on 5 and 6 GHz bands, overcoming the congestion that may occur in the 2.4 GHz band. In addition to its advanced Wi-Fi capabilities, the module incorporates Bluetooth 5.4 technology with support for Bluetooth LE Audio, enabling energy-efficient, high-quality audio streaming and robust wireless connectivity.

The series features a 23 x 23/23 x 25 mm form factor consistent with Qualcomm Technologies’ reference design, allowing migration between technology generations. Made in Europe to high robustness standards, it comes with various filter and antenna combinations to suit different application needs.