Introducing RUBY-W2: u-blox's first Wi-Fi 7 module for superior Apple CarPlay and Android Auto user experience

According to the TSR Wireless Connectivity Market Report 2024, the attach rate of Wi-Fi® for in-vehicle infotainment and telematics control unit applications will increase sharply over the next five years. Wi-Fi 7 will be a great contributor to that growth so, early access to this technology will bring a competitive advantage to OEMs.

The RUBY-W2 brings multiple benefits of Wi-Fi 7 to the automotive market, including higher throughput, support for more concurrent users, and lower latency, resulting in better network availability and user experience for various in-vehicle applications. Typical use cases span infotainment and navigation and advanced telematics. For example, RUBY-W2 is designed to deliver best-in-class personalized video, audio, and gaming performance, supporting multiple passenger screens. In addition, the module enables firmware Over-the-Air (FOTA) updates as well as high-speed data off-loading. For the driver, RUBY-W2 offers a better user experience for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as it seamlessly connects the smartphone to the built-in display over Wi-Fi.