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Source:
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Free Access to Wireless@SG
Network Extended From Two to Three Years |
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Wireless@SG Launches 1 Dec
2006, One Month Ahead of Schedule |
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Following the announcement on 10 October
2006 by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, that Singapore will get to enjoy
two years of free wireless broadband connections from January next year,
the Infocomm Development Authority (IDA) today announced that the three
Wireless@SG operators have extended this free offering to three years. |
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Users can also begin to enjoy wireless
connectivity from 1 Dec 2006, one month ahead of schedule at
selected hotspots for a start. |
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The three operators supporting
Wireless@SG, iCELL Network Pte Ltd, QMax Communications and
Singapore Telecommunications Ltd will extend the free access
period till December 2009. |
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To enjoy the free Wi-Fi basic-tier
access with surfing speeds of up to 512Kbps, users can sign up
with any of the three Wireless@SG network operators starting 1
December 2006. |
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This offer is open to all residents
and visitors in Singapore, and users can sign up with any operator
to access all the hotspots in Wireless@SG. By September 2007, the
number of Wi-Fi hotspots in Singapore will increase by more than
five-fold from 900 today to about 5,000. |
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There are various ways users can
register for the free basic services. These include online
registration, where users can complete an online registration form
at any of the three operators' websites. A password will then be
sent via SMS to subscribers' mobile phones. |
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If they happen to be at a Wireless@SG
hotspot, they can also select the Wireless@SG network and click on
the 'New User Sign Up' button found on the log-in page. Similarly,
a password will then be sent via SMS. |
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Alternatively, those without mobile
phones or online access can visit any of the operators' customer
service centres to register and collect their passwords. Users can
also check with their operator of choice for other registration
methods. |
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Wireless@SG will be available at
public areas with high human traffic such as the Central Business
District, downtown shopping belts like Orchard Road, and HDB Town
Centres. |
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Network coverage will be made
available progressively from 1 December 2006 and subscribers are
encouraged to provide feedback on how to improve the Wireless@SG
service via email to their respective operators. Details of
network coverage locations can be found on IDA's website. |
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In addition to the free "basic tier",
there will be a paid "premium tier" for those hungry for bandwidth
beyond 512 Kbps, or for connectivity options with higher-quality
of service. |
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The three operators have different
packages to suit different needs and there is no limit on the
number of premium accounts users can sign up for. |
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IDA Assistant Chief Executive,
Infrastructure and Manpower Development Group, Mr Khoong Hock Yun
said, "Infocomm connectivity has the power to enrich lives. With
Wireless@SG, we?re another step nearer a truly mobile lifestyle
for Singaporeans as the country progresses to becoming a globally
connected and intelligent nation by 2015." |
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Wireless@SG is the Government's
wireless broadband programme that aims to extend broadband access
beyond the homes, schools and offices, to public places. |
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IDA called a Wireless Broadband Market
Development (WBMD) Call-For-Collaboration in March 2006, to grow
Singapore's wireless broadband market and catalyse broadband
adoption. |
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It is part of the Next Generation
National Infocomm Infrastructure which when ready by 2012, will
also comprise an ultra-high speed wired network. |
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Registration details are available in
the fact sheet attached. |
ISSUED BY CORPORATE & MARKETING
COMMUNICATION DIVISION
INFOCOMM DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF SINGAPORE |
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About Infocomm Development
Authority of Singapore |
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The Infocomm Development Authority of
Singapore (IDA) is committed to growing Singapore into a dynamic
global infocomm hub. IDA uses an integrated approach to developing
infocommunications in Singapore. |
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This involves nurturing a competitive
telecoms market as well as a conducive business environment with
programmes and schemes for both local and international companies.
For more news and information, visit
www.ida.gov.sg. |
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More..... (Factsheet) |
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Source:
www.ida.gov.sg Media Release
30 Nov 2006 |
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Two Years of Free Wi-Fi for Singapore |
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