LinkNYC Aims to Bring Free Wi-Fi to the 5 Boroughs
While the plan still awaits approval, LinkNYC is hoping to convert telephone booths into Wi-Fi hotspots throughout New York City.
With increasing concern from consumers and municipalities about the power of big broadband monopolies, this year has seen several initiatives that would improve broadband access around the U.S. New York is planning to replace its phone booths with free Wi-Fi hotspots to provide high-speed Internet to residents.
The official site for the project lists numerous benefits, including 24/7 Internet access with “up to gigabit speeds,” built-in Android tablets, free nationwide phone calls, a charging station for mobile devices, free Wi-Fi and the ability to make emergency calls.
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