Communications
in Hong Kong is world-class. Mobile service, as in any developed place
are efficient, and yet, not expensive. Media has reach to every nook and
corner of Hong Kong and it would keep you aware of happenings in the
world. Postal service in Hong Kong is also trustworthy.Mobiles
Most telephone systems used around the globe - like GSM 900, PCS 1800, CDMA and WCDMA - operate in Hong Kong. So it would be convenient to use your mobile in Hong Kong. If you wish to save on your roaming costs, you can rent a mobile phone in Hong Kong on your arrival. For making an international call in Hong Kong you must dial 001. In case you are using a stored-value IDD calling card purchased in Hong Kong, use another prefix as shown in the dialling instructions.
Telephones
Hong Kong is among the highest per capita users of cellular phones in world. An international communication hub, Hong Kong takes pride on its efficient telecommunications. Charges are very nominal when using public telephones. Local private landline calls are not charged.
Dial 1081 for directory assistance in English. If a number is constantly busy and you think it could be out of order, call 109 and the operator will check the line.
Dial 10013 for international inquiries and for help with direct dialing. Dial 10010 for collect and operator-assisted calls to most nations, including the United States. Dial 10011 for credit-card, collect, and global conference calls.
Internet
Internet
penetration in Hong Kong is the highest in Asia. According to statistics
collected in 2005, Hong Kong had approximate 5,000,000 internet users
with 69.9% penetration. On Sep. 30, 2007, there were 1,796,200 broadband
Internet connections. All major hotels provide internet access to their
guests.Laptops and Blackberries can be seen everywhere in Hong Kong. Internet cafés are practically nonexistent and the only place to check e-mail on the go is at one of the many branches of the Pacific Coffee Company. Buy a coffee and log on to one of their free terminals.
Post
Postal service in Hong Kong is reliable in inexpensive. Main post offices are located on Hong Kong Island, next to the "Star" Ferry in Central.
Media
Two prominent English daily newspapers are the South China Morning Post and The Standard. Several Chinese dailies also have good circulation in Hong Kong. Local and international newspapers/magazines are available at major hotels, bookstores and news stands. Hotels provide the facility of Satellite and Cable TV. 13 radio channels also operate in Hong Kong.