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DevicesAnnouncement
6 days ago

[Japan only] Upcoming monthly fee revision for the SoraCam Cellular Pack

The monthly fee for the SoraCam Cellular Pack will be revised as follows. All prices include Japanese consumption tax. This revision applies to both L11 and L13 Wi-Fi users.

SoraCam Cellular Pack monthly fee

  • Old price: ¥4,950 (tax included)
  • New price: ¥5,280 (tax included)

The revised price will apply starting October 1, 2026.

There are no changes to the device price (¥33,220, tax included), contract administration fee (¥3,300, tax included), or purchase bonus. For details, refer to the product page (Japanese). For inquiries regarding the pricing revisions, please use the following contact form: Contact Form

For inquiries regarding this price revision, please use the contact form (Japanese).

Please note that this service is currently only available for customers located in Japan.

Devices
a week ago

[Japan only] RTK GNSS Receiver QLM29HBAA-GM now available

We are pleased to announce that the RTK GNSS Receiver QLM29HBAA-GM from Quectel is now available in the Soracom IoT Store.

Key features

The RTK GNSS Receiver QLM29HBAA-GM is a GNSS receiver module with an integrated antenna. It supports RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) positioning, enabling centimeter-level accuracy in good outdoor environments. It is suitable for a wide range of precision-demanding applications including agricultural machinery automation, construction and surveying, and autonomous mobile robots.

The module supports dual-band (L1/L5) reception, which helps reduce the impact of multipath interference compared to L1-only receivers and improves positioning stability in obstructed environments.

This product is sold as a bundle with the RTK correction service provided by Quectel (monthly fee: ¥2,970). The device cannot be purchased separately. Combined with the Soracom platform, you can retrieve RTK correction data over cellular connectivity (Soracom Air) and collect and store data in the cloud (Soracom Harvest Data).

Availability and pricing

  • Available countries / regions: Japan
  • Price: ¥14,850 (tax included, shipping separate)
    • Available in two types: USB and RS-232
  • RTK correction data service: ¥2,970/month (no pro-rated billing)
    • A ¥350 Soracom platform coupon (valid for 6 months; applicable only to services with Japan Coverage) is included with each month of the RTK correction service

For more details, please refer to the product page (Japanese).

Note: Agreement to Quectel RTK correction service terms of use is required at the time of purchase. Billing begins in the month your service account information is delivered. No pro-rated billing applies for mid-month activation or cancellation.

Note: RTK account information will be sent to the email address of the Soracom account used for the order. Delivery may take a few business days after the device ships.

Note: This product is the GNSS receiver only. A host device such as a PC or Raspberry Pi is required separately.

About the Soracom IoT Store

The Soracom IoT Store introduces IoT use case recipes that illustrate complete solution concepts and also showcases IoT devices that can be purchased individually. These resources make it easy to select the right combination for your deployment.

Please note that this product is currently only available for customers located in Japan.

DevicesAnnouncement
a month ago

[Japan only] [SoraCam] Outdoor Starter Kit (Kitting Option) is now available

Soracom has launched the "[SoraCam] Outdoor Starter Kit (Kitting Option)," which includes assembly and initial setup for the outdoor starter kit.

Previously, customers were responsible for tasks such as installing the camera in the outdoor waterproof case, setting up the IoT SIM and Wi-Fi router, registering the camera, assigning cloud recording licenses, and applying firmware updates. With this option, Soracom handles all of these tasks. Once the product arrives, simply connect the cables and power it on to start using it immediately.

This option helps reduce the time and effort required for assembly and initial setup before on-site installation.

For details, pricing, and how to order, see [SoraCam] Outdoor Starter Kit (Kitting Option) (Japanese).

If you have any questions, please contact Soracom Support.

Please note that this service is currently only available for customers located in Japan.

DevicesAnnouncement
a month ago

[Japan only] Price revision for the SoraCam Cellular Pack Wi-Fi router (L13)

The price of the Wi-Fi router (L13), included as part of the SoraCam Cellular Pack, will be revised as follows. All prices include Japanese consumption tax.

SoraCam Cellular Pack device (Home Router L13)

  • Old price: ¥27,720 (tax included)
  • New price: ¥33,220 (tax included)

Sales at the revised price will begin on June 15, 2026.

If the current stock runs out before June 15, 2026, sales will be temporarily suspended and will resume at the revised price on June 15, 2026.

The contract administration fee of ¥3,300 (tax included), the purchase bonus, and the monthly fee of ¥4,950 will remain unchanged. For details, refer to the product page (Japanese).

For inquiries regarding the pricing revisions, please use the following contact form: Contact Form

Please note that this service is currently only available for customers located in Japan.

Devices
3 months ago

[Japan only] Armadillo-IoT Router A9R Cat.1 bis+WLAN Model Starter Kit now available

We are pleased to announce that the Armadillo-IoT Router A9R Cat.1 bis+WLAN Model Starter Kit from Atmark Techno, Inc. is now available in the Soracom IoT Store.

Key features

The Armadillo-IoT Router A9R Cat.1 bis+WLAN Model is a low-power industrial IoT router designed to securely and reliably connect sensors and devices to the internet.

The product meets the ★1 standard of the Japan Cyber STAR (JC-STAR): "Labeling Scheme based on Japan Cyber-Security Technical Assessment Requirements", operated by the Information-technology Promotion Agency, Japan (IPA), enabling long-term operation as a high-security device.

For power-saving operation, the router supports both a Shutdown Mode and a Sleep Mode. It is also compatible with Armadillo Twin, a cloud-based device management service, which enables remote monitoring of device status as well as software updates and device reboots — keeping IoT routers deployed in remote locations always up to date.

The router also features a Cloud I/O Manager function, which allows integration with cloud services such as AWS and Microsoft Azure — including control of RS-485 and contact I/O — without any custom development on the router itself. This enables practical IoT solutions to be built with minimal development effort.

All settings can be configured through a dedicated Web UI (browser-based GUI). This includes network settings such as 4G (LTE) and WLAN, as well as software updates and device reboots. The Cloud I/O Manager function can also be configured within this tool.

Availability and pricing

Armadillo-IoT Router A9R Cat.1 bis+WLAN Model Starter Kit

  • Available countries / regions: Japan
  • Price: ¥43,780 (tax included, shipping separate)
    • Includes a ¥2,000 Soracom platform coupon (valid for 6 months; applicable only to services with Japan Coverage)
    • Includes Soracom Air Japan Coverage IoT SIM plan-K2 (K2-500MB)

For more details, please refer to the product page (Japanese).

About the Soracom IoT Store

The Soracom IoT Store (Japanese) introduces IoT use case recipes that illustrate complete solution concepts and also showcases IoT devices that can be purchased individually. These resources make it easy to select the right combination for your deployment.

If you have any questions, please contact Soracom Support.

Please note that this product is currently only available for customers located in Japan.

DevicesAnnouncement
4 months ago

Device pricing updates in Japan

Prices for the following Japan-only devices have been revised. Prices are in Japanese Yen (¥) and include Japanese consumption tax.

Soracom Onyx - LTE USB Modem (SC-QGLC4-C1)

  • Old price: ¥11,968 (includes a ¥1,000 SORACOM platform service coupon)
  • New price: ¥13,750 (includes a ¥1,000 SORACOM platform service coupon)

For more details, visit the product page (Japanese).

Soracom Onyx - LTE USB Modem (SC-QGLC4-C1) (50pcs pack)

  • Old price: ¥570,900 (includes a ¥52,500 SORACOM platform service coupon)
  • New price: ¥627,000 (includes a ¥52,500 SORACOM platform service coupon)

For more details, visit the product page (Japanese).

LTE Cat.M module board BG96 Mini PCIe

  • Old price: ¥5,225 (includes a ¥1,000 SORACOM platform service coupon)
  • New price: ¥5,830 (includes a ¥1,000 SORACOM platform service coupon)

For more details, visit the product page (Japanese).

LTE Cat.M module board BG96 Mini PCIe (100 pack)

  • Old price: ¥495,000 (includes a ¥100,000 SORACOM platform service coupon)
  • New price: ¥550,000 (includes a ¥100,000 SORACOM platform service coupon)

For more details, visit the product page (Japanese).

Antenna for 3G/LTE Cat.1/LTE Cat.M module HW-MULTI-GA-RSMA

  • Old price: ¥1,628 (includes a ¥100 SORACOM platform service coupon)
  • New price: ¥1,738 (includes a ¥100 SORACOM platform service coupon)

For more details, visit the product page (Japanese).

IP65 antenna for LTE Cat.1/LTE Cat.M module Taoglas GA.130.201111

  • Old price: ¥2,838 (includes a ¥100 SORACOM platform service coupon)
  • New price: ¥3,586 (includes a ¥100 SORACOM platform service coupon)

For more details, visit the product page (Japanese).

Waterproof/dustproof antenna set for Soracom Onyx

  • Old price: ¥5,236 (includes a ¥200 SORACOM platform service coupon)
  • New price: ¥6,050 (includes a ¥200 SORACOM platform service coupon)

For more details, visit the product page (Japanese).

Wio LTE (JP version)

  • Old price: ¥13,750 (includes a ¥1,000 SORACOM platform service coupon)
  • New price: ¥14,850 (includes a ¥1,000 SORACOM platform service coupon)

For more details, visit the product page (Japanese).

Devices
7 months ago

[Japan only] Armadillo-IoT Gateway A9E/A6E Cat.1 bis+WLAN Model for SORACOM Starter Kit now available

We are pleased to announce that the Armadillo-IoT Gateway A9E Cat.1 bis+WLAN Model for SORACOM Starter Kit and Armadillo-IoT Gateway A6E Cat.1 bis+WLAN Model for SORACOM Starter Kit from Atmark Techno, Inc. are now available in the Soracom IoT Store.

Key features

The two Armadillo-IoT Gateway models now available are IoT gateways equipped with LTE Cat.1 bis communication modules, delivering a balance of practical communication speeds for data collection and software updates (OTA) along with power efficiency.

The Armadillo-IoT Gateway A9E Cat.1 bis+WLAN Model offers approximately three times the CPU processing power of the A6E at the same price point and has obtained JC-STAR ★1 certification. It features the NXP i.MX 8ULP processor (Arm Cortex-A35×2 + Arm Cortex-M33), making it suitable for IoT applications requiring more advanced processing. The A9E is recommended for use cases demanding higher processing capabilities.

The Armadillo-IoT Gateway A6E Cat.1 bis+WLAN Model is a power-efficient IoT gateway designed for a wide range of applications. In addition to standard interfaces such as USB and LAN, it features RS485, contact inputs, and contact outputs, enabling immediate connection to sensors and equipment. As a standard model, it provides a reliable option for customers already using the existing Armadillo A6E series.

Availability and pricing

Armadillo-IoT Gateway A9E Cat.1 bis+WLAN Model for SORACOM Starter Kit

  • Available countries / regions: Japan
  • Price: ¥42,900 (tax included, shipping separate)
    • Includes a ¥2,000 Soracom platform coupon (valid for 6 months; applicable only to services with Japan Coverage)
    • Includes Soracom Air Japan Coverage IoT SIM plan-K2 (K2-300MB)

For more details, please refer to the product page (Japanese).

Armadillo-IoT Gateway A6E Cat.1 bis+WLAN Model for SORACOM Starter Kit

  • Available countries / regions: Japan
  • Price: ¥42,900 (tax included, shipping separate)
    • Includes a ¥2,000 Soracom platform coupon (valid for 6 months; applicable only to services with Japan Coverage)
    • Includes Soracom Air Japan Coverage IoT SIM plan-K2 (K2-300MB)

For more details, please refer to the product page (Japanese).

About the Soracom IoT Store

The Soracom IoT Store (Japanese) introduces IoT use case recipes that illustrate complete solution concepts and also showcases IoT devices that can be purchased individually. These resources make it easy to select the right combination for your deployment.

If you have any questions, please contact Soracom Support.

Please note that this product is currently only available for customers located in Japan.

DevicesAnnouncement
7 months ago

[Japan only] LTE Cat.1 module board EC21-J Mini PCIe (with GNSS) pricing updates in Japan

As of November 20, 2025, the price of the LTE Cat.1 module board EC21-J Mini PCIe (with GNSS) has been revised as follows. Prices are in Japanese Yen (¥) and include Japanese consumption tax, excluding shipping.

LTE Cat.1 module board EC21-J Mini PCIe (with GNSS)

  • Old price: ¥7,150 (including ¥1,000 Soracom platform coupon)
  • New price: ¥5,500 (without Soracom platform coupon)

LTE Cat.1 module board EC21-J Mini PCIe (with GNSS) (100-pack)

  • Old price: ¥635,800 (including ¥100,000 Soracom platform coupon)
  • New price: ¥528,000 (without Soracom platform coupon)

For more details, visit the product page (Japanese).

Please note that this product is currently only available for customers located in Japan.

Devices
7 months ago

[Japan only] UD-LTA LTE Wi-Fi Router now available

We are pleased to announce that the LTE Wi-Fi Router UD-LTA from I-O DATA DEVICE, INC. is now available in the Soracom IoT Store.

Key features

The LTE Wi-Fi Router UD-LTA is a Wi-Fi router with a built-in 4G (LTE) communication module and integrated antennas. It connects to the internet via 4G (LTE) networks, enabling smooth network setup in locations where installation of wired networking is difficult or for temporary deployments such as event venues. Use cases include remote monitoring of industrial equipment, payment devices, backup during outages, and many other applications.

Devices can connect via Wi-Fi or through the LAN port. A switchable LAN port can also function as a WAN port so you can alternate between wired and 4G (LTE) connections. Disconnecting the LAN cable triggers failover to the 4G (LTE) connection, helping deployments stay online during outages. The router also supports VPN protocols such as WireGuard. Pair it with Soracom Arc to keep using Soracom platform services even while the router is connected through a wired connection.

Availability and pricing

  • Available countries / regions: Japan
  • Price: ¥16,500 (tax included, shipping separate)
    • Includes a ¥1,000 Soracom platform coupon (valid for 6 months; applicable only to services with Japan Coverage)

For more details, please refer to the product page (Japanese).

About the Soracom IoT Store

The Soracom IoT Store introduces IoT use case recipes that illustrate complete solution concepts and also showcases IoT devices that can be purchased individually. These resources make it easy to select the right combination for your deployment.

Please note that this product is currently only available for customers located in Japan.

DevicesAnnouncement
9 months ago

[Japan only] aiwa tab AB10L pricing updates in Japan

As of September 11, 2025, the price of the aiwa tab AB10L Android tablet on the Soracom IoT Store has been revised as follows. All prices are in Japanese Yen (¥) and include consumption tax.

aiwa tab AB10L

  • Old price: ¥21,670 (including ¥1,000 Soracom service coupon)
  • New price: ¥14,850 (including ¥1,000 Soracom service coupon)

For more details, visit the product page (Japanese).

Please note that this product is currently only available for customers located in Japan. If you are located outside of Japan and are interested, please contact us.