Free Wifi access in Cebu extended

PLDT WiFi Zones were initially set up to allow users free online access in key areas during the Sinulog festival in Cebu City.

The PLDT WiFi Zones were accessible in General Maxilom Avenue, Gorordo to Fuente Osmeña Circle, Osmeña Boulevard, portions of N. Bacalso Avenue and P. del Rosario, the Cebu City Sports Center, Cebu City Hall, Provincial Capitol, Magellan’s Cross and Plaza Independencia.

“With the unveiling of the PLDT WiFi Zones during Sinulog, locals and guests alike were able to connect online and share their experiences on the streets. The access points for the wifi service are right where the festivities are centered,” said PLDT Head of Cebu Operations Bong Lintag.

Attendees of the festival were able to post photos and videos of the festivities as these were happening on the streets.

“We’ve decided to extend the free period to allow people who were not able to experience the free wifi access during the Sinulog a chance to have a feel of the connection speeds in the covered areas,” Lintag said.

The trial period for Cebu will allow anyone in the coverage areas free wifi access until the end of January.

After the trial period, those who would like to continue using the wifi service will add P150 for PLDT DSL subscribers and P300 for landline subscribers with a P50 one-time fee to get the unique Wifi pin for single access.

The PLDT WiFi Zones roll out in Cebu was the first outdoor wifi service implemented in the country, with each access point allowing users internet connection speeds of up to 1mbps. Located in Cebu’s leading commercial districts and tourist sites, access points setup can accommodate more users at a time as more access points are deployed in other areas.