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Staying connected while in the air is fast becoming a reality (overseas), but Qantas and Virgin Blue are still staying mum on their plans.]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2011 08:00:00 +1000 Singapore Airlines to introduce in-flight phone connections and internet access http://apcmag.com//singapore-airlines-to-introduce-in-flight-calls-and-internet.htm http://apcmag.com//singapore-airlines-to-introduce-in-flight-calls-and-internet.htm

Australians will be finally able to connect to the net and use their own phones on international flights when Singapore Airlines introduces in-flight communications next year.]]> Tue, 05 Oct 2010 23:40:38 +1000 Airbus: why in-seat tech is so tricky http://apcmag.com//airbus-why-in-seat-tech-is-so-tricky.htm http://apcmag.com//airbus-why-in-seat-tech-is-so-tricky.htm

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.]]> Fri, 13 Feb 2009 10:19:41 +1000 Now you can use Gmail when you're offline http://apcmag.com//now_you_can_use_gmail_when_youre_offline.htm http://apcmag.com//now_you_can_use_gmail_when_youre_offline.htm

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.]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:19:04 +1000 Speculation Qantas plunge caused by wireless iPod headphones http://apcmag.com//speculation_qantas_plunge_caused_by_wireless_headphones.htm http://apcmag.com//speculation_qantas_plunge_caused_by_wireless_headphones.htm

EXCLUSIVE | Noise cancelling iPod headphones reportedly forced Qantas jet into terrifying plunge, leaving passengers with spinal injuries.]]> Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:50:48 +1000 Qantas abandons in-flight internet http://apcmag.com//qantas_abandons_inflight_internet.htm http://apcmag.com//qantas_abandons_inflight_internet.htm

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?]]> Thu, 18 Sep 2008 11:43:59 +1000 In-flight internet takes off in Qantas A380 http://apcmag.com//inflight_internet_takes_off_in_qantas_a380.htm http://apcmag.com//inflight_internet_takes_off_in_qantas_a380.htm

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.]]> Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:07:04 +1000 Qantas to take on Google? http://apcmag.com//qantas_to_take_on_google.htm http://apcmag.com//qantas_to_take_on_google.htm

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.]]> Tue, 08 Apr 2008 21:39:53 +1000 Qantas confirms inflight internet for domestic planes http://apcmag.com//qantas_confirms_inflight_internet_for_domestic_planes.htm http://apcmag.com//qantas_confirms_inflight_internet_for_domestic_planes.htm

You won't need to switch your phone off inflight with Qantas' new inflight internet and SMS access service.]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2008 10:12:01 +1000 Dreamliner: PC power still an open question http://apcmag.com//dreamliner_pc_power_still_an_open_question.htm http://apcmag.com//dreamliner_pc_power_still_an_open_question.htm

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.]]> Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:54:44 +1000 Inflight internet lives again: Qantas introduces wireless broadband, laptop power in all classes http://apcmag.com//inflight_internet_lives_again_qantas_introduces_wireless_broadband_laptop_power_in_all_classes.htm http://apcmag.com//inflight_internet_lives_again_qantas_introduces_wireless_broadband_laptop_power_in_all_classes.htm

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]]> Tue, 24 Jul 2007 00:55:35 +1000 Delayed take-off for in-flight iPods in AU http://apcmag.com//delayed_takeoff_for_inflight_ipods_in_au.htm http://apcmag.com//delayed_takeoff_for_inflight_ipods_in_au.htm

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.]]> Fri, 17 Nov 2006 02:11:32 +1000 Qantas to finally offer inflight broadband http://apcmag.com//qantas_to_finally_offer_inflight_broadband.htm http://apcmag.com//qantas_to_finally_offer_inflight_broadband.htm

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.]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2006 05:46:11 +1000