In an honorable attempt to make air travel slightly less terrible, Delta announced a new program this week that will track of checked baggage via paper RFID tags.
The indignities suffered during air travel aren’t limited to the stressful security procedures, nerve wracking customs inspections, or cramped airline seats: getting any amount of sleep on a plane is nearly impossible, especially if you’re stuck in the middle or aisle seat. Regular travel pillows barely help, however the Jetcomfy isn’t a regular travel pillow. It packs a host of features that just might elevate it to the “best travel pillow” status. These include a telescoping rod that allows you to attach it to any armrest, providing your noggin with support in any seat. Additionally, there’s an optional USB power pack for charging your mobile devices, there’s a passport/document holder, there are tension coil springs for your comfort, memory foam for even more comfort, washable micro fleece covers, and a luggage strap for easy transport. The makers have clearly spent a lot of time thinking about what a traveler would need in a pillow, and Jetcomfy seems to deliver. Prices start at $45.
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“Stow your tray tables and set your seat in the upright position, please.” You’ve heard the words before, and if you were in the middle of doing something, like drinking your coffee or watching something on your tablet, it means the fun is over. But the Airhook lets give you a cup holder, and a tablet/smartphone holder, which you can easily attach to the back of the seat in front of you. Just like that, you’ll be able to carry on your activities as the plane takes off or lands. And even when it’s in the air, you’ll free up some legroom. It’ll cost you a $22 pledge to get yours, which should be delivered by December.
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Bleep boop, get on the plane and let R2 help with your stuff with the R2-D2 Carry-on Luggage. It’s a rolling suitcase festooned with the world’s greatest droid’s image on the outside. That’s right, I said “festooned”. This is the luggage you are looking for. R2 comes with a telescoping handle and four wheels to roll through airport with ease.
That should fit most airline’s carry-on requirements. The suitcase is made of ABS + PC (good impact and heat resistance) with a polyester lining. Tasty. There’s two zippers for ease of access during flights. Let Artoo protect your belongings in flight just like he protected Luke Skywalker’s hand. Ok maybe he didn’t do a great job hand-wise but the rest of Luke still made it through, right? Good enough. I think we’ve gone off on a tangent here, it’s almost as if talking about R2 has made me channel C3PO. Very well.
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As soon as our personal transportation takes to the skies, this is what I want to be zipping around in! It’s called the Fly Citycopter- a futuristic urban aerial vehicle concept for when cars are a thing of the past. Harnessing solar energy, it’s more efficient and economical than common helicopters. Its tri-rotor design also makes it maneuverable and quieter with a smoother ride while features like auto-pilot and obstacle detection make it easier and safer to control. Aesthetically, t’s a little steampunk and a lot cool!
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Things aren't all Champagne and caviar over at American Airlines, not that you'd know it from the company's latest press release. The Dallas-based air carrier just shared a plan to outfit all of its flight attendants with Samsung Galaxy Notes beginning later this year. The rollout will continue through the middle of 2013, at which point each of the airline's 17,000 cabin crew members will have their very own "tablet," which they'll use to manage flight manifests, track premium passenger meal preferences and monitor weather and gate information in real-time, on WiFi-equipped flights. Eventually, the handsets will also include the flight attendant manual, along with additional features, such as processing for in-flight meal and drink purchases (pending FAA approval).
Though the Galaxy Note II will likely be available by the time the program begins, the press release references a 5.3-inch display, which would imply the previous-gen handset. Sadly, this Note of excitement comes alongside news that some 11,000 American mechanics and ground workers could get a pink slip come November -- as frequent air travelers ourselves, we're genuinely sorry to hear that, and we don't want any gadget to overshadow the airline's ongoing troubles and the unfortunate fate of hardworking employees. You can catch that angle at the coverage link below, then read all about the Note program just after the break.
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From airline and train boarding passes to concert tickets, we've seen a variety of tix make their way into the digital realm at venues around the world. With today's announcement of Passbook, the hard copy credential may soon be a thing of the past. Speaking on stage at Apple's WWDC keynote, VP of iOS Software Scott Forstall demonstrated the feature with United boarding passes, Fandango movie tickets and a Starbucks gift card. While none of these examples are making their premiere debut, Passbook will certainly make the QR-code-based stubs more user-friendly, while also increasing awareness among folks who continue to opt for paper while doubting the usability and authenticity of a digital counterpart. Passbook is also location aware, bringing up a Starbucks card as you approach a shop, for example. You can also get updates related to your stored credentials, such as a gate change announcement with a pending United boarding pass. The feature will come bundled with iOS 6, set to launch this fall.
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