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  • Connecting Next Billion: Facebook opts for old technologies

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    Ediri Oyibo
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    Facebook has abandoned its plan to develop a solar-powered drone called Aquila and grounded a helicopter drone project opting for old technologies to connect people in remote areas. TheNewsGuru (TNG) reports Facebook is going back to the basics, working on technologies like mesh Wi-Fi and Express Wi-Fi in partnership with equipment manufacturers and operators. Vish…

  • Facebook offers India cheap WiFi via 20,000 hotspots

    Facebook offers India cheap WiFi via 20,000 hotspots

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    Ediri Oyibo
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    Facebook has rejoined the race for India’s next billion internet users with a promise of cheap WiFi. The company said Thursday it was planning to roll out 20,000 WiFi hotspots across the country over the coming months in partnership with Indian mobile provider Bharti Airtel. It has been testing the new initiative for about two…