Google and PLDT have teamed up to deploy air laser technology in the Philippines, bringing high-speed internet to Talim Island in Rizal. The system beams data using light across long distances, delivering fiber-like speeds without the need for submarine cables.
Talim Island has long struggled with connectivity due to its location on Laguna de Bay. With air lasers, residents now have access to reliable internet that supports education, governance, and community services.
PLDT says the technology offers faster and lower-cost deployment compared to traditional infrastructure. It also provides resilient backup links for areas prone to outages.
The initiative is part of PLDT’s broader mission to bridge the digital divide and connect underserved communities to digital opportunities.
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With Google and PLDT’s air laser internet, remote areas can have fast and reliable connectivity, supporting communication, education, and local governance, while opening new opportunities for communities that have long been underserved.
What do you think of Google’s Taara air lasers? How do you think it compares with other systems? Stay tuned.
