In line with its ongoing commitment to optimizing user experience regardless of bandwidth constraints, Facebook’s mobile app has reportedly undergone extensive improvements. According to CEO Mark Zuckerberg, it now consumes ten times less data and operates at a speed that is ten times faster than just a year and a half ago. Such advancements have particularly transformative implications for users in regions of the world where internet access is either limited or slow, ultimately enhancing the accessibility and fluidity of their Facebook experience.
This landmark announcement was made by Zuckerberg himself during a visit to Bogota, Colombia, coinciding with the launch of internet.org in the nation.
In order to achieve this leap forward in speed and efficiency, Facebook relied heavily on the technical prowess of Onavo, an Israeli company that was acquired by Facebook in late 2013. Onavo is known for its unique solutions to helping mobile app users minimize their data consumption.
For more insights on this announcement, [check out the event’s highlights](https://www.facebook.com/qawithmark).
This article was updated in 2025 to reflect modern realities.
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