Best Internet Providers in Honolulu, HI

Honolulu Internet Resources for Low-Income Families

It’s increasingly difficult to participate in academic and professional activities without an internet connection, but a disproportionate number of low-income families lack access to both computers and broadband internet. To address this disparity known as the digital divide, organizations across the country provide affordable digital technology to the families that need it most. The following lists contain resources aimed at bridging the gap between the benefits of digital technology and financially stretched families in Honolulu:

Discounted Distance Learning Devices in Honolulu

• PCs for People: Honolulu families that qualify for the PCs for People low-cost computer program can buy a professionally refurbished laptop from the organization’s online store. Necessary application materials include a valid government ID and documentation demonstrating financial need.
• human-I-T: Qualifying low-income individuals in Honolulu can shop at human-I-T’s online store for a steeply discounted refurbished laptop, desktop computer, or tablet. Device availability varies, but you may be able to get a laptop for as little as $125 through human-I-T’s low-cost computer program.
• Hawaiian Hope: A local non-profit organization, Hawaiian Hope gives used computers and office equipment away for free to low-income individuals living in Honolulu. Their Classrooms and Free Recycled Computers program awards free computer systems to Honolulu homeless students transitioning out of shelters.

Honolulu students who need to get a computer quickly, or who don’t qualify for one of the low-cost computer programs above, can consider shopping at a local tech store to find a discounted computer. The following computer stores in Honolulu sell refurbished computers for a lower price than what you’d pay for a brand-new device:

• Computer Geeks Hawaii
• Karen’s Computers
• SOHO Computer Repair

Remote Learning Programs and Virtual Child Care Centers in Honolulu

• Hawaii State Public Library System: Students living in Honolulu can sign up for a free library card at no cost to access the Hawaii State Public Library System’s free online collection of e-books and audiobooks, online classes, and virtual programs.
• Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum: Young history buffs can experience the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum from home by exploring free online resources published by the museum each week.
• Bishop Museum: Learners of all ages can dive into the rich culture, history, and natural science of Hawaii and the Pacific by engaging with the free resources the Bishop Museum’s Online Learning Center provides.
• Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center: Packed with free videos and activities exploring STEM, literacy, and movement, the Children’s Discovery Center At Home is the perfect online space for growing minds to explore.
• The University of Hawaii Waikīkī Aquarium: Between live webcam streams featuring the aquarium’s marine life and online classes, future marine biologists can investigate their interests to their hearts’ content by participating in the Waikīkī Aquarium’s free virtual experiences.

Free Wireless Internet Access in Honolulu

• Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Map of Designated Wi-Fi Hotspots
• Wifimap.io Map of Free Wi-Fi Hotspots in Honolulu
• OpenWifiSpots Map of Free Wi-Fi Hotspots in Honolulu

The City and County of Honolulu’s Honolulu Hot Zones program make Wi-Fi publicly available for free at the following locations:

• Frank F. Fasi Municipal Building
• Honolulu Hale
• Kapalama Hale
• Kapolei Hale
• Neal Blaisdell Center

Thanks to government programs and charitable businesses in Honolulu, students can connect to Wi-Fi even when they lack internet at home. Look through our free Wi-Fi coverage map below to find out more about locations offering free Wi-Fi in Honolulu:

Free Wireless Internet Access in Honolulu, HI

1600 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 1215

Honolulu, HI 96814

1110 University Avenue, Suite 510

Honolulu, HI 96826

2465 Campus Road

Honolulu, HI 96822

1616 Makiki Street

Honolulu, HI 96822

3140 Waialae Ave

Honolulu, HI 96816

2255 Kulio Avenue, Suite 700

Honolulu, HI 96815

1188 Fort Street

Honolulu, HI 96813

1101 Kalihi St., Room U-101

Honolulu, HI 96819

1164 Bishop St.

Honolulu, HI 96813

629 Pohukaina St

Honolulu, HI 96813