Outernet's Solar Powered Lantern Internet Stick Connects to the Web Even Offline
Alyson Wyers — November 27, 2014 — Eco
References: outernet.is & springwise
This solar powered Internet stick is able to get you connected even when the Internet isn't available. The Outernet Lantern is a portable device that can work anywhere -- even when it's offline.
Outernet broadcasts up to 1GB of new data on a daily basis from a space satellite. Their content (news stories, educational material, videos, music and more) has only been accessible via satellite dishes -- which is where the Lantern comes in. Receiving data from space, the Internet stick can be used by people with a laptop or smartphone by turning on Lantern's wifi hotspot. The device is also covered in solar panels so it can charge without having to be plugged in.
Similar to a radio, Lantern only receives the data Outernet chooses to broadcast instead of getting everything the Internet has to offer.
Outernet broadcasts up to 1GB of new data on a daily basis from a space satellite. Their content (news stories, educational material, videos, music and more) has only been accessible via satellite dishes -- which is where the Lantern comes in. Receiving data from space, the Internet stick can be used by people with a laptop or smartphone by turning on Lantern's wifi hotspot. The device is also covered in solar panels so it can charge without having to be plugged in.
Similar to a radio, Lantern only receives the data Outernet chooses to broadcast instead of getting everything the Internet has to offer.
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1. Offline Connectivity - Opportunities to create solar powered devices that can connect to the internet even when offline.
2. Data Broadcasting - New technology that can broadcast select data from satellites to be accessed by devices even when there is no internet connection.
3. Portable Connectivity - Innovations in making portable devices that allow for internet connectivity without access to traditional internet providers.
Industry Implications
1. Energy - Companies in the energy sector can capitalize on opportunities to create or invest in solar powered devices that provide offline internet connectivity.
2. Technology - The technology sector can develop new innovations in broadcasting select data to be accessed offline using portable and solar powered devices.
3. Education - Educational institutions can leverage this technology to provide educational content in areas with limited internet access or unreliable service.
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