KT triples the Wi-Fi speed at 3 Seoul Starbucks branches
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KT will triple the speed of the internet at some Starbucks Korea branches starting today.
The company announced Monday that it will offer 10 GiGA Wi-Fi services at three Starbucks Korea branches. The cafes are in the Jongro Tower in central Seoul and COEX and Kyobo Tower in Gangnam District, southern Seoul.
According to KT, the 10 GiGA Wi-Fi will enable consumers to use the internet at a speed of 4.8 gigabits per second (Gbps). This is three times the speed previously offered by the coffee chain, which topped out at 1.7 Gbps.
The upgraded speed is meant to ensure the internet is still smooth and fast when multiple users are connected at once. In the past, customers complained about the internet slowing down when many users tried to connect at once.
KT plans to expand the service to all of Starbucks’ premium Reserve stores in Korea by September.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific Starbucks branches in Seoul are receiving this Wi-Fi upgrade?
Which specific Starbucks branches in Seoul are receiving this Wi-Fi upgrade?
The 10 GiGA Wi-Fi service is being rolled out at Starbucks branches in the Jongro Tower in central Seoul, and the COEX and Kyobo Tower locations in Gangnam District, southern Seoul.
Q.What internet speed will customers experience with the new 10 GiGA Wi-Fi service?
What internet speed will customers experience with the new 10 GiGA Wi-Fi service?
Consumers using the upgraded 10 GiGA Wi-Fi service will be able to access the internet at a speed of 4.8 gigabits per second. This is three times faster than the previous maximum speed.
Q.Why has KT decided to upgrade the Wi-Fi speed at these Starbucks locations?
Why has KT decided to upgrade the Wi-Fi speed at these Starbucks locations?
The upgrade aims to ensure a smooth and fast internet experience, even when many users are connected simultaneously. Customers had previously complained about the internet slowing down with multiple connections.
Q.Does KT plan to expand this high-speed Wi-Fi service beyond these initial three branches?
Does KT plan to expand this high-speed Wi-Fi service beyond these initial three branches?
Yes, KT intends to expand the 10 GiGA Wi-Fi service to all of Starbucks’ premium Reserve stores across Korea. This expansion is planned to be completed by September.
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