Facebook device could bring Internet to four corners of the earth
Facebook has taken another step toward trying to bring connectivity to people around the world.
The social networking giant announced on Wednesday that it has designed and tested an open-source wireless access platform with the goal of improving connectivity to rural areas.
And Facebook's plan is that it will fit inside a shoebox.
Dubbed OpenCellular, it reportedly can offer connectivity to about 1,500 people who are sending and receiving voice calls and SMS messages. It provides basic 2G data connectivity.
The small-box design alows the new system to be attached to anything from a utility pole to a tree. It can also handle extreme weather, so it can serve people in a variety of severely cold or hot environments.
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