Instead of traditional fiber deployment, the system uses “air laser” technology that beams data through focused light across an 11.8-kilometer link over Laguna de Bay. Read more in our articles including "Google–PLDT deploy ‘air laser’ internet to island barangay, bypassing cables entirely" and "Globe rolls out Starlink Satellite-to-Mobile Service in the Philippines".
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May 26, 2026Instead of traditional fiber deployment, the system uses “air laser” technology that beams data through focused light across an 11.8-kilometer link over Laguna de Bay.
Our coverage of Laguna de Bay connectivity includes: "Google–PLDT deploy ‘air laser’ internet to island barangay, bypassing cables entirely"; "Globe rolls out Starlink Satellite-to-Mobile Service in the Philippines"; "PH among slowest countries in shift away from 3G". Each article provides unique insights and information.