WPA3 WiFi Encryption
We implemented the latest WiFi security standard to the RUTX series devices equipped with WiFi functionality (RUTX10, RUTX11, RUTX12, and RUTXR1) - WPA3. As such, we decided to no longer offer the first WPA version due to safety concerns, keeping only WPA2 and WPA3 available to our clients.WPA3 was much awaited by many as it took around 14 years to release it since the launch of WPA2. It solves previously witnessed password vulnerability issues allowing to guess it using brute-force attacks and then decrypt any captured data. WPA 3 offers individualized encryption for personal and open networks and even improved cryptographic encryption for enterprise networks transmitting sensitive data. Although WPA3 adoption may take its time to become widespread, we decided to make this capability available to our clients as early as possible. Keep note that you will only be able to utilize WPA3 benefits if your network supports it. However, the WPA3 devices will always be able to downgrade to WPA2 and use it as a backup option.
External Quectel Modem Support
So, this is quite amazing! From now on, you may add an external Quectel modem via USB and use two modems instead of one or grant cellular capabilities to otherwise non-mobile Teltonika Networks devices. For example, adding an external modem to RUTX08 or RUTX10 would allow SMS control of these devices, whereas usually, these products do not support LTE connectivity. Adding an external modem to a cellular device has its' own benefits, like dual LTE support. Another example could be combining LTE Cat 6 devices with TRM240 or TRM250 modems to award them with additional NB-IoT or LTE-CatM1 connectivity features, highly relevant for industrial equipment and providing even more flexibility when it comes to upgrading IoT solutions. The support of an external Quectel modem provides flexibility regarding application scenarios and monitoring of our devices while expanding their functionalities. It enables mobile backup for non-cellular products and allows connecting them to the Remote Management System (RMS). This is a great way to quickly and cost-efficiently update or scale the solutions which previously did not require a mobile network without changing the whole infrastructure.
Operator Whitelist/Blacklist
The possibility to whitelist and blacklist mobile operators might come in handy because of a few reasons. An administrator can restrict access to only specific few operators or, in other cases, block a list of them due to roaming, high data charges, or signal strength. It is especially relevant in transportation, where a moving vehicle uses the connection or when a subject is situated close to a country border. Anyone using the services of MVNOs (virtual mobile network operators) might be especially interested in this functionality. While MVNOs may offer pocket-friendly pricing and a wider selection of operators, we recommend setting-up prerequisites for using or restricting one or another operator. That will result in a stronger signal, higher internet speed, and optimized expenses.