Cardo Systems is already one of the leading names in the world of motorcycle intercoms, and now, in 2025, things are getting even better with the introduction of new tech that will allow more riders to connect.
Cardo Systems, the global leader in wireless communication systems for groups in
motion, announces a first-ever ‘Mesh-Boost package of new capabilities to all
second-generation PACKTALK devices. ‘Mesh Boost’ expands Dynamic Mesh
Communication (DMC) group to 31 riders, adds Remote Grouping, and Public Mesh
features and enhances existing Private Chat mode. On top of these, Cardo will also
add a VoIP-based Cellular Intercom to all Cardo products using the Cardo Connect
app.
‘Mesh Boost’ takes rider connectivity to the next level, enhancing group
communication capabilities, flexibility and range. Best of all, the new collection will
be available, free of charge, via a simple over-the-air software update.
In 2025, Cardo will celebrate its 10-year anniversary since bringing the world’s first
mesh communicator – the original PACKTALK – to market, an innovation that
revolutionized the world of communication. Next year will be ‘The Year of The
Mesh’, starting with ‘Mesh Boost’ as the phase one in a line of exciting
announcements to come.
Unprecedented connectivity
‘Mesh Boost’ will be automatically available early next year as a free over-the-air
software update to all users of Cardo’s current 2nd generation DMC devices –
including the PACKTALK PRO, EDGE and Neo – making it even easier to
communicate with Cardo.
Key enhancements include:
Expanded group size to 31 riders
Cardo’s Mesh Boost is the first in the market to allow groups of up to 31 riders to
communicate seamlessly in true DMC mode – more than doubling the previous
capacity of 15 – without losing any of the DMC characteristics that have made
Cardo PACKTALK’s the best-selling comms in the world. Now, even more riders can
experience the benefits of auto-reconnection, ease of pairing and reliable
connection.
Public Mesh
This new feature allows users to talk with up to any 31 participants within the range
of the DMC network, offering a truly open channel for spontaneous conversations
with nearby riders. Also a handy workaround for those existing users wanting to
simplify DMC usage even further, just select the Public Mesh group and ride.
Private chat +
Expanding the existing Private Chat feature, riders will now be able to create private
chat sessions within their group with any number of participants (as opposed to just
two), making it easier to have personalized conversations within the group on the
go. Users are invited by being selected through the Cardo Connect App and can
accept the invitation as they would a normal call.
Remote grouping
Understanding that all riders don’t start at the same place when heading out for a
ride, Cardo’s remote grouping capability allows a group to be set up ahead of time
by simply sharing a link generated from within the Cardo Connect App. Links can be
forwarded to other users, but only Cardo 2nd generation DMC users are validated to join.
Cellular Intercom connectivity
Using Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) functionality, the new Cellular Intercom
connectivity ability will allow connectivity between an unlimited number of Cardo
users, no matter the range. Like voice and video calls over popular messaging
Apps, the functionality relies on a cellular network being strong and available –
otherwise known as ‘data signal’ – and a user’s data plan. Cellular intercom will be
open to all Cardo units, Bluetooth and DMC, connected to the Cardo Connect App.
2024: 20 years of ‘Breaking Boundaries’ and 2025: The ‘Year of The Mesh’
Officially launching its new ‘Mesh Boost’ technology at the Cardo Systems booth at
EICMA motorcycle show in Milan, Cardo concludes the brand’s 20th anniversary
since pioneering the world’s first Motorcycle Bluetooth headset celebrations and
kickstarts the ‘Year of The Mesh’. 2025 will mark a decade since Cardo revolutionized the world of communication by introducing the world’s first mesh communicator.