Dubbed u-Shelter (always that "ubiquitous" fad, as if shelters could move), the new station has sensors, a screen, a camera, and wireless connectivity :
So while waiting, you can enjoy weather / air quality** / traffic news and forecasts, as well as local-based contents and services :
The city seems fond of a technology also implemented on Cheonggyecheon Square : thanks to a webcam, visitors can take their own pictures and e-mail them across the world.
Another concept has been implemented in front of the old Seoul Station (still under renovation) : the glass walls protecting the station are used as screens displaying animations and weather infos.
Seoul Village 2010
* "Smart bus stops in Seoul"
** see also "Clean air @ Seoul"
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