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Google's Project 'SkyBender' Tests Solar-Powered, 5G Internet Drones

/ CBS San Francisco

MOUNTAIN VIEW (CBS SF) -- Google is reportedly testing solar-powered drones that could deliver high-speed Internet from the air.

According to the Guardian, the 5G Internet from these drones could be 40-times faster than 4G Internet.

The Mountain View-based tech company is reportedly conducting exploratory test flights in New Mexico.

The project is code-named "SkyBender," according to the Guardian.

First published on February 1, 2016 / 10:50 PM PST

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