Wireless internet access (e.g. Wi-Fi/3G/GPRS) is advantageous to mobile learning and teaching. The compatibility (especially for mobile phones) with Mobile Java (Java ME) is another important feature for these devices to be more flexible and to handle more complicated tasks. In these devices, users can install Java applications to greatly extend functionalities.
Wi-Fi connectivity on-campus
- Campus WIFI: To connect to Wi-Fi on campus, you can refer to the guideline which posted on ITSC website here.
- Campus WIFI coverage: Click here to find out more about Wi-Fi coverage on campus on ITSC website.
Wi-Fi connectivity off-campus
- Off-Campus WIFI: PCCW and Y5Zone are free for university students and staff. Click here to find out more from ITSC.
- Mobile internet technology: For people who are using mobile internet services such as GPRS, 3G and HSDPA data plan, you may ask your own service providers to obtain the setup instruction for your mobile devices.
Service providers |
Enquiry hotlines |
Setup instructions on service provider websites |
SmarTone-Vodafone |
2880 – 2688 |
Online enquiry currently unavailable |
3 |
3162 – 3333 |
Online enquiry currently unavailable |
PCCW mobile |
10088 |
|
1010/ one2free/ NW Mobility |
2512 – 3123 |
Click here (Login required) |
China Mobile Hong Kong |
2945 – 8888 |
Click here (PDF document) |
ATTENTION: Accessing mobile learning websites / tools on mobile using GPRS, 3G or HSDPA may involve transferring large amounts of data. Your service provider may charge for the data transmission.