Qingdao City officials have announced plans to offer free WiFi along select coastal regions of ShiNan District. The infrastructure is already in place at the Olympic Sailing Center & International Marina, May Fourth Square, 1-2-6 Bathing Beaches, and Train Station with free service set to begin by the end of 2013.
By 2016, Qingdao City plans to have 100% coverage throughout ShiNan District with the idea of becoming China’s first “Smart City” offering its residents ease of access to banking, medical advice, online payment of utilities, and even home security.