Google introduced its chip named Taara that enables data transmission through light beams. Taara provides internet connection at very high speeds without the need for any cables. Nestled within Alphabet, Google’s parent company, the X unit presents the potential to revolutionize internet access with its new technology. Utilizing silicon photonics technology, the Taara chip facilitates data transmission using light beams. This technology not only offers an alternative to expensive fiber optic cables but also stands out in terms of speed and energy efficiency. Unlike previous systems that used large mechanical components, the new Taara chip is only the size of a fingernail and operates with a completely software-based architecture. This helps reduce costs while increasing efficiency.

HOW DOES TAARA WORK?
Google’s innovative chip directs laser beams precisely to carry out data transmission. These beams can carry data between two points without the need for a physical cable. Taara, which uses optical phased array technology instead of mechanical movements, steers light beams through electronic signals. With software support, the chip minimizes signal loss and enables high-speed data transfer.

WHAT INTERNET SPEED DOES IT PROVIDE?
Taara can transfer data at a very high speed, such as 20 gigabits per second, and works seamlessly up to 20 kilometers away. This creates an important alternative to offer internet access in areas where laying fiber optic infrastructure is challenging, such as rural areas and regions lacking infrastructure. According to Speedtest’s 2025 data, the average internet speed in the Turkey on fixed connections is 49 megabits per second. This means that Taara, which does not use fiber optic cables, can provide internet connection speeds 408 times faster than the country’s average.

WHEN CAN GOOGLE TAARA BE USED?
The team working on Taara aims to develop a new version using thousands of light emitters to increase the chip’s capacity and range. The company is also working on enabling light beams to be transmitted under all weather conditions. It is expected that Taara will be available in 2026. According to industry experts, widespread use of this technology by individual users might take a bit longer, mainly due to cost factors. However, the acceleration of adaptation to new technologies, infrastructure developments, and cost reduction through new research could expedite the process. Taara technology could serve as a global milestone in expanding internet access and overcoming infrastructure constraints. The capabilities provided by this new chip are seen as an important step towards ensuring that everyone has access to the internet.