NEW YORK — The web-browsing function on 400 WiFi kiosks across New York City will be disabled after complaints about homeless people watching porn and masturbating at the stands, officials said. <br /> <br />The kiosks, which provide free WiFi, USB charging outlets and a tablet for free internet access were installed earlier this year, according to the Gothamist. <br /> <br />Critics have also complained about people monopolizing the kiosks and even pulling up chairs while using them, according to City Lab. <br /> <br />And then there are the complaints about those using the kiosks to stream porn while pleasuring themselves in the process. <br /> <br />According to the Associated Press, the consortium that put in the LinkNYC kiosks are removing the web surfing function while they look into possible ways to stop their abuse. <br /> <br />“The kiosks were never intended for anyone’s extended, personal use and we want to ensure that Links are accessible and a welcome addition to New York City neighborhoods,” LinkNYC said in a statement. <br /> <br />The kiosks will still allow free domestic calls, phone-charging and WiFi for people who have their own devices, AP reported.
