Multimedia services are available at all public libraries, except library@chinatown and library@orchard. Each multimedia station offers free access to NLB eResources for 30 minutes and paid access to the Internet and printing services for up to 2 hours.
Free Access
For 30 minutes per session, patrons have free access to NLB eResources such as eDatabases, eBooks and eMagazines. Additionally, Singaporeans and PRs aged 50 and above can enjoy 1 hour of free Internet access by logging in with their myLibrary ID
Paid Access
To access the Internet, patrons can purchase Usage Time Blocks at these rates:
| Usage Time Block | Cost |
|---|---|
| 15 minutes | $0.45 |
| 30 minutes | $0.90 |
| 60 minutes (1 hour) | $1.80 |
| 90 minutes (1.5 hours) | $2.70 |
| 120 minutes (2 hours) | $3.60 |
Usage Time Blocks expire on the day of purchase and unused time will not be refunded. Patrons are advised to purchase Usage Time Blocks according to their needs
There is a printer located near the multimedia stations. Printing services (non-colour, one-sided) are offered at these rates:
| Paper Size | Cost |
|---|---|
| A4 | $0.30 per page |
| A4 articles from NewspaperSG portal | $1.00 per page |
Printing services are charged separately from Usage Time Blocks, and patrons have to make payment for their print jobs before they can collect their printouts.
1.2.1 Wireless@SG at the libraries
The Wireless@SG service at our libraries allow our patrons to access the Internet, as well as selected eResources (e.g. eNewspapers and eMagazines) that can only be accessed at physical library locations.
You can set up a Wireless@SGx SSID connection using the Wireless@SGx app on your smart phone/tablet (iOS/Android) or desktop (MacOS /Windows). Refer to the guide for more details.
1.2.2 NLB Mobile app
The NLB Mobile app lets you read and learn on the go anytime, anywhere. It lets you:
- Read eBooks and eAudiobooks online
- Access current issues of eNewspapers and eMagazines
- Access eLearning video tutorials
- Search for and reserve titles in our library catalogue (physical library items and eBooks/eAudiobooks)
- Check your account and pay outstanding charges with PayPal / credit card
The NLB Mobile app is available on iOS and Android.
1.2.3 Membership and myLibrary ID registration
1.2.3.1 Register for library membership
You can register for library membership with your Singpass online or via the NLB Mobile app.
(Note: this service is available only to Singaporeans and PR Singpass users aged 15 years and above.)
1.2.3.2 Register for myLibrary ID
If you are already a library member, you will require a myLibrary ID (an online User ID) to access our digital services, such as:
- Using the NLB Mobile app
- Accessing our digital resources
- Borrowing eBooks
- Checking your account online
- Placing reservations
- Enabling the receipt of email alerts, e.g. on loans, status of reservations
- Accessing the Multimedia stations at the libraries
All library members can sign up for myLibrary ID using our account services online or via the NLB Mobile app. You can also use this service to retrieve your user ID or password.
1.2.4 Library accounts and programmes
1.2.4.1 Check your account
Check your account, reserve library items and pay outstanding charges online or via the NLB Mobile app.