NextNav, the leader in z-axis and 3D geolocation services, today announced that its groundbreaking z-axis technology will be available to first responders and 911 emergency services through a new partnership with Sonim Technologies, a leading U.S. provider of ultra-rugged mobility solutions.
Drawing on NextNav’s carrier-grade network and innovative software, Sonim will be the first to offer devices capable of delivering z-axis (altitude) measurements for public safety and 911 emergency services. Using NextNav’s software, first responder applications on Sonim devices will provide precise altitude data with the floor level (± 3m) accuracy mandated by the FCC, precisely locating 911 callers and minimizing response times.
Tom WilkinsonWe’re thrilled to offer the first devices designed for use with NextNav’s innovative z-axis service
CEO, Sonim
“Z-axis is a game changer for first responders,” said Ganesh Pattabiraman, CEO of NextNav. “Studies show that 3D geolocation reduces search times by over [85%]. Combined with the fact that 84% of the U.S. population lives in cities, this will have a tremendous impact on public safety. Our partnership with Sonim means faster response times and increased situational awareness that will save lives. This is the first step toward an ecosystem of 3D geolocation that is long overdue.”
NextNav’s z-axis capability is delivered through a software update to devices in the field and will be incorporated natively in new Sonim devices. This will correspond with a phased nationwide launch of NextNav services later this year. NextNav’s z-axis service requires no alterations to device hardware.
“We’re thrilled to offer the first devices designed for use with NextNav’s innovative z-axis service,” said [name], [title] at Sonim. “Now our ruggedized phones and tablets deliver more than just hardened protection – they also deliver innovative capabilities our first responders require”
The NextNav SDK is currently available to application developers. It can be accessed by contacting a NextNav representative @[email address].
About NextNav
NextNav brings new dimensions to geolocation. Using highly accurate altitude (z-axis) measurements, NextNav transforms traditional “flat earth” maps into location services that reflect the world around us. Our revolutionary Metropolitan Beacon System (MBS) keeps telecommunication networks resilient with reliable Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT) services and delivers 3D indoor positioning data where GPS cannot. With carrier-grade dependability and a rapidly expanding nationwide service footprint, NextNav is driving a whole new ecosystem for geolocation applications and services.
For more information, visit NextNav.com or follow NextNav on LinkedIn.
About Sonim Technologies
Sonim Technologies is a leading U.S. provider of ultra-rugged mobility solutions designed specifically for task workers physically engaged in their work environments, often in mission-critical roles. The Sonim solution includes ultra-rugged mobile phones, a suite of industrial-grade accessories, and data and workflow applications which are collectively designed to increase worker productivity, communication and safety on the job site.
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NextNav
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