The WiFi UAE service of telecom provider du is offering its hotspot users complimentary higher-speed Wi-Fi for seven days across the UAE at over 400 locations during Eid Al-Fitr.

To celebrate World WiFi Day on June 20, WiFi UAE will be increasing the speed by up to 10 times, all the way through to Eid, June 27. WiFi UAE, which has seen users throughout the UAE take advantage of its seamless connectivity offering, aims to enhance UAE residents’ happiness through connectivity, a statement said.

Jihad Tayara, vice president Business Development and Partnerships, du said: “In support of the Year of Giving and the Smart City initiative we are pleased to announce that we will be continuing to spread happiness to people across the UAE, as part of World WiFi Day and Eid celebrations. People in the UAE will be able to enjoy innovation and connectivity through complimentary higher-speed WiFi, where they will be able to connect and share online with their loved ones. This initiative is another great stepping stone in our quest to support the UAE government in achieving country-wide WiFi access in line with the nation's Vision 2021.”

WiFi UAE expects to enable Wi-Fi connectivity through more than 400 locations by the end of the year via its award winning ‘@WiFiUAE’ network. The service offers users two types of Internet connection; WiFi UAE, a free Wi-Fi service, and WiFi UAE Premium, an affordable paid service that allows users unrestricted upload and download speed.

Du has introduced WiFi UAE in a number of high footfall areas including RTA serviced areas such as the Dubai Metro and Tram, Emaar Boulevard Downtown Dubai and several malls across the emirates. – TradeArabia News Service