APC - Tagged Articles - inflight internet

Airbus: why in-seat tech is so tricky

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 10:10:32 GMT

Future planes will continue to offer better integration with media players and high-speed Internet access, but developing those features is a major pain, according to an Airbus executive.

Now you can use Gmail when you're offline

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:10:56 GMT

It's taken more than 18 months in development, but Google is finally rolling out an offline mode for Gmail that lets you work with your email while you're not connected to the net.

Speculation Qantas plunge caused by wireless iPod headphones

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:43:37 GMT

EXCLUSIVE | Noise cancelling iPod headphones reportedly forced Qantas jet into terrifying plunge, leaving passengers with spinal injuries.

Qantas abandons in-flight internet

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 11:20:46 GMT

What's the logic behind Qantas abandoning plans to offer Internet access on its A380 services: concerns over porn, technical incompetence, or fear of more bad press?

In-flight internet takes off in Qantas A380

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:53:40 GMT

Accessing the net 35,000 feet up is taking off around the world, with Australia's flying roo announcing its inflight internet plans for the Qantas Airbus A380.

Qantas to take on Google?

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 21:32:45 GMT

Qantas is examining a plan to launch CBD meeting rooms that could see it involved in a range of technology services, including online document storage and VOIP telephony.

Qantas confirms inflight internet for domestic planes

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 09:54:45 GMT

You won't need to switch your phone off inflight with Qantas' new inflight internet and SMS access service.

Dreamliner: PC power still an open question

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:54:44 GMT

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner has some fascinating new uses for technology, but the simple ability of cattle-class travellers to get laptop power isn't yet a done deal.

Inflight internet lives again: Qantas introduces wireless broadband, laptop power in all classes

Tue, 24 Jul 2007 00:55:35 GMT

Laptop power will be available in every seat of Qantas' new international Airbus A380s, as well as some 747-400s. Seats will also feature USB and Ethernet ports and seat-back email

Delayed take-off for in-flight iPods in AU

Fri, 17 Nov 2006 02:11:32 GMT

Don't hold your breath for the iPod inflight experience as announced by Apple a couple of days ago: one of the airlines in the deal that flies to Australia -- United -- has poured some cold water on Apple's enthusiasm.

Qantas to finally offer inflight broadband

Sat, 15 Jul 2006 05:46:11 GMT

A buried Flash animation on Qantas' website confirms that the airline will start offering inflight internet services on its fleet of next-generation Airbus A380 superjumbos.