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BT to Launch 1Gbps “Ultrafast” FREE WiFi Service via Kiosks in London

Telecoms giant BT has announced a new partnership with Intersection (LinkNYC) and advertising company Primesight that will enable them to deploy free “ultrafast” (up to 1Gbps) public WiFi, free UK landline / mobile phone calls and a range of other digital services across London’s major high streets.

The new LinkUK service will be delivered via specially designed kiosks called “Links” (pictured) and funded by the revenues from advertising on the kiosks large 55″ HD digital displays. As part of the deal Primesight will also be able to sell advertising on nearly 17,500 BT payphone kiosks across the UK.

Furthermore the “Links“, which are set to replace “hundreds of BT’s existing phone boxes across the capital“, are expected to support mobile device charging (two USB charging ports) and access to maps, directions and local services via a touchscreen tablet.