The project aims on bringing the efficiency to the access of various internet services . This makes the services affordable to the countries .
The Internet.org is a partnership between Facebook and 6 other companies which includes Samsung, Ericsson, MediaTek, Opera Software, Nokia and Qualcomm . The app delivering these services is known as Free Basics(re-branded).
The users around the world can submit their services/website to participate in the organization.
You can submit your service Here .
Some Free Basic services includes news, jobs, sports, communication, and information.
The Free Basics provides a platform which makes it easier for any developer to create a service with integration of Free Basics. Various organizations are a part of the Free Basics like education, health, economics, and information.
The ambition of the programme is to connect the “next 5 Billion people” to the internet.
This year saw the release of 360-degree videos, new advertising tools, and native news products. This helps brands and publishers to connect with audiences in connected and emerging markets.
Reasons to list your services on free basics –
- Reaching internet users around the world : Providing the service to various existing users of Free Basics around the world .
- Providing useful Tools and Information : Providing free service for health, jobs, education, etc.
- Optimizing/adapting your service or application : Optimizing your service for browsing and smartphones and in limited bandwidth.
- Sharing local content with local communities.
Below is a list of various participating countries and their mobile networks.
- Zambia
- Tanzania
- Kenya
- Colombia
- Ghana with Airtel
- India with Reliance Communications
- Philippines with Smart Communications
- Guatemala with Tigo
- Indonesia with Indosat
- Bangladesh with Robi
- Malawi with TNM and Airtel
- Pakistan with Telenor Pakistan
- Senegal with Tigo
- Bolivia with VIVA
- South Africa with Cell C
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