RFID technology could be next chapter in Hong Kong’s public libraries

Under the proposal, equipment such as check-out terminals and book drops at all libraries would be fitted with radio frequency identification (RFID).

Borrowing books could become as simple as tapping your phone under a plan to upgrade Hong Kong’s libraries with more user-friendly systems in the hope of promoting a citywide reading culture.

Unmanned mini-libraries and longer opening hours could also be possible with new, high-tech self-service kiosks, according to a paper submitted to the Legislative Council by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) on Thursday.