Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Google Chromebooks bring the cloud to the plane with 12 free Gogo sessions]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/30/google-chromebooks-bring-the-cloud-to-the-plane-with-12-free-gog/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/30/google-chromebooks-bring-the-cloud-to-the-plane-with-12-free-gog/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/30/google-chromebooks-bring-the-cloud-to-the-plane-with-12-free-gog/#comments Samsung Series 5 Chromebook brings the cloud to the plane with 12 free Gogo sessions

Need a dozen or so extra reasons to pick up a new Samsung Chromebook? How's about 12 free in-flight WiFi sessions from GoGo? Granted, it's probably not enough reason alone to pick up the browser-based notebook, but it should help sweeten the deal a bit. The deal, which kicks in after May 31st, will have you flying the friendly web on some 1,500 Gogo-sporting planes.

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Google Chromebooks bring the cloud to the plane with 12 free Gogo sessions originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 30 May 2012 13:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gogo has a virtual lock on in-flight WiFi for the US, but most of us forget that everything goes dark the moment you decide to cross the border. The company already has a deal with Inmarsat for Ka-band Internet connections, and now it's partnering up with AeroSat to bring Ku-band satellite access. The tie-in will let Gogo offer precious relief from tedium on international flights, whether it's a modest hop to the Great White North or an hours-long trip across the ocean. Gogo considers the deal an interim step until Inmarsat's technology is ready, making for much quicker availability than if it had just waited until it could use Ka-band: Ku-band satellite linkups should be on airliners as soon as the end of 2012, while Ka-band won't even show its face until at least late 2014. It's unknown what kind of premium we'll pay over the $13 maximum Gogo normally charges, but if AeroSat lets us squeak in a few more Twitter updates on our way home from Barcelona, it'll be worthwhile.

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Gogo and AeroSat get friendly on Ku-band, bring international in-flight WiFi closer originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 18 May 2012 16:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aerosataircraftairlineairlinerairlinesflightGOGOgogo inflightGogo internetgogo wifiGogoInflightGogoInternetGogoWifiin-flight Wi-Fiin-flight wifiIn-flightWi-fiIn-flightWifiinflight wi-fiinflight wifiInflightWi-fiInflightWifiinmarsatka bandka-bandKaBandKu bandku-bandku-satelliteKuBandsatellitesatellite internetSatelliteInternetFri, 18 May 2012 16:34:00 EST<![CDATA[Gogo grabs 1MHz spectrum from JetBlue subsidiary LiveTV, beefs up in-flight bandwidth]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/07/gogo-buys-1mhz-spectrum-inflight-wifi/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/07/gogo-buys-1mhz-spectrum-inflight-wifi/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/07/gogo-buys-1mhz-spectrum-inflight-wifi/#comments Gogo grabs 1MHz spectrum from JetBlue subsidiary LiveTV, beefs up its in-flight bandwidthIn-flight internet provider Gogo's been increasing its domestic presence of late, so it makes sense for the company to snag some additional spectrum as well. Its new wireless license is for a chunk of 1 MHz spectrum that Gogo got from Live TV, the subsidiary of JetBlue that handles all of that airline's in-air entertainment and communications services. Gogo's new spectrum will augment its existing Air-to-Ground network here in the US -- pending FCC approval, of course -- and provide road (sky?) warriors with a bit more bandwidth once above 10,000 feet. For all you jet-setters, we should mention that your Gulfstream's Airfone bill will be going to Gogo from now on, as LiveTV tossed the venerable voice service in the deal, too.

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Gogo grabs 1MHz spectrum from JetBlue subsidiary LiveTV, beefs up in-flight bandwidth originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 07 May 2012 18:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>airfonefccgogoin flight wifiin-flight wifiIn-flightWifiInFlightWifiinternetjetbluelivetvspectrumwifiMon, 07 May 2012 18:52:00 EST<![CDATA[Three iPad giveaways in three days: day three, courtesy of Gogo!]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/13/three-ipad-giveaways-gogo/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/13/three-ipad-giveaways-gogo/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/13/three-ipad-giveaways-gogo/#comments ImageHere's one last opportunity for you to grab a new iPad for yourself, and Gogo's pulling out all the stops to ensure you're happy with your new treasure both on the ground and in the air. See, the in-flight WiFi provider is setting you up with the chance to win a 32GB AT&T LTE version of Apple's latest slate and it's throwing in a full year of free Gogo service to go along with it. That's definitely not a shabby prize, to say the least, so you'll surely want to read the rules and leave a comment to earn yourself a shot to win. Good luck!

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Three iPad giveaways in three days: day three, courtesy of Gogo! originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gogo isn't just tossing its mid-air wireless goodies toward Virgin and American, with US Airways being the latest to join the extra perks party. Per today's announcement, the airline is stuffing Gogo WiFi in a few more planes, including the Airbus A319 and A320. Other shorter (and much smaller) aircraft, the Embraer 170, 175 and 190, are also getting the in-flight WiFi treatment. Meanwhile, a quick peek at the PR below reveals Gogo is quietly launching its Vision service, allowing passengers to watch movies, shows and have access to "exclusive" shopping deals -- though, you'll have to shell out $1 to $6 more for the privilege. Maybe now you'll actually want to seek out Express flights rather than avoid them, since you'll have far fewer passengers to fight for bandwidth.

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Gogo WiFi lands in more US Airways Airbuses and Embraers, intros Gogo Vision originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 21 Mar 2012 18:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ahh, Gogo, what a fantastic addition you've been to domestic airline travel. Besides keeping rowdy kids entertained with internet access, it affords well-traveled tech bloggers the ability to do what we do at 30,000 feet. And now, Gogo's wondrous WiFi will do the same for international passengers thanks to Inmarsat's Global Xpress satellite internet service. The partnership adds speedy Ka-band satellite technology to Gogo's existing air-to-ground service starting in 2013. After launching the Inmarsat-5 satellite in midyear, up to 50Mb/s speeds will be at your flying fingertips in some (currently undefined) regions, with worldwide coverage coming in 2014. Full details of your inflight future await in the PR after the break.

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Gogo goes global: partnership with Inmarsat to give you the internet on international flights originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gogo announces agreement with Air China, will begin live trials in early 2012 originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 20 Nov 2011 13:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Virgin America's in-flight perks are getting even perkier. This week, the domestic carrier announced that it's bringing Gogo's ATG-4 service aboard its fleet of aircraft, in a move that promises to enhance in-flight WiFi capacity by a factor of four. The upgrade is slated to roll out during the first half of 2012, when the company will begin outfitting its planes with Gogo's directional antenna, dual-modem and EV-DO Rev. B technologies. But VA isn't the only airline getting in on the Gogo game, as the in-flight entertainment company announced this week that it's expanding its new video streaming service to American Airlines, as well. American, as you may recall, became the first airline to test the Gogo Vision service back in August, aboard its fleet of 15 Boeing 767-200 planes. Now, the streaming product is slated to expand to a full 400 of AA's aircraft, bringing about 200 movies and TV shows to entertainment-starved passengers. Movies will be available for 24 hour rentals, with TV purchases good for a full 72 hours. Unexpired rentals, meanwhile, will still be available once you land and can be accessed with the same browser and device you used aboard the flight. No word on final pricing, though Gogo is extending its introductory offer ($1 per TV show and $4 per movie) through October 15th. Taxi past the break for more details, in a pair of press releases.

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Gogo to bring enhanced WiFi to Virgin America, expands video streaming on American Airlines originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 16 Sep 2011 09:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Row 44 gets major studio support for in-flight VOD platform, can't match Gogo's reach originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 12 Sep 2011 19:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Delta intros WiFi-enabled regional jets, Christina Ricci absent from flight launch originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Sep 2011 19:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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American Airlines gives its Boeing 767-200 fleet all the love -- first it sends some 10.1-inch Galaxy Tabs through the gate, and now in-flight streaming videos get the all-clear to board. If you'll recall, AA's been testing Aircell (Gogo) in-flight video streaming, and now the service has gone live on 15 of the transcontinental wide-bodies flying New York to San Francisco or Los Angeles. You won't need to purchase in-flight WiFi to access Entertainment On Demand, but it currently only works on "select laptops," with rentals for television shows priced at $0.99 and movies at $3.99. You'll also be able to access your purchased TV and movie content on your device for 72 or 24 hours, respectively, if your flight soars into its destination ahead of time -- pickins' are quite slim, though, with only around 100 vids to choose from presently. The airline plans to add the service to all of its WiFi-enabled aircraft -- while also expanding device support -- beginning later this year. Fly on for a demo video and press release, parked just past the break.

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American Airlines rolls out in-flight Entertainment On Demand, lets you continue watching after you land originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Aug 2011 21:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Americans rule in-flight internet adoption -- for now originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>AmericaBBCbroadbandGogoIn Flight InternetIn Flight WiFiIn-flight internetIn-flightInternetinflight broadbandInflightBroadbandInFlightInternetInFlightWifiinternetWiFiwireless internetWirelessInternetWed, 03 Aug 2011 14:17:00 EST<![CDATA[Gogo launches in-air multimedia platform, details international expansion plans]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/14/gogo-launches-in-air-multimedia-platform-details-international/http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/14/gogo-launches-in-air-multimedia-platform-details-international/http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/14/gogo-launches-in-air-multimedia-platform-details-international/#commentsIt's at least six months behind schedule at this point, but we guess late's better than even later. We'd known that Aircell Gogo (yeah, it's officially changed!) was aiming to get into the in-flight entertainment business, and today it's dishing the real dirt. It's hoping to "extend the company beyond internet connectivity," and apparently that means introducing an in-air multimedia platform. Per the company, it'll allow users to tap into "real-time travel information, destination content, news / information and exclusive shopping deals" right within their web browser, and it'll also give airlines the opportunity to offer passengers access to the latest movies and TV shows through Gogo's new streaming video product. We're guessing that last bit is what'll make legacy outfits think twice before shelling out for another round of Panasonic in-seat head units, particularly since there's no air-to-ground connectivity needed.

Even today, average JPEGs are compressed when downloaded and uploaded through Gogo, making it just about impossible for folks who actually work with images to get anything finalized in the sky. Upon hearing of its initial plans, we wondered one thing: if Gogo can't handle uncompressed JPEGs, how the heck is your streaming video going to look with every other middle-seater trying to load the latest episode of Weeds? Thankfully, our fears were pushed aside after hearing that the IFE portion (read: the service that serves up multimedia) will be locally based on the plane, with an undisclosed protocol pushing material from the cockpit to your display. Executives confirmed that the goal is to serve an entire plane, but it sounds as if there will certainly be some limits in place at first -- though, unless the entire plane hops onboard with the new program on Day 1, it probably won't become an issue.

Read on for more...

Continue reading Gogo launches in-air multimedia platform, details international expansion plans

Gogo launches in-air multimedia platform, details international expansion plans originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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American Airlines testing in-flight media streaming, staying curiously mum about content selection originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 04 May 2011 13:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Aircell started putting its air-to-ground (ATG) mobile broadband technology in planes about three years ago, and its GoGo in-flight internet's reach has grown ever since -- all the way up to the home of mavericks and mama bears. Presently, the company's ambit is limited to the continental US, but that's about to change with the addition of Ka-band satellite coverage that will blanket the US in 2013 and the globe by 2015. Yes, dear readers, that means you'll be able to poke, tweet, and blog your way over international waters. Not only that, next year a new ATG-4 network using EV-DO Rev B promises four times the capacity of its trusty Rev A service we've come to know and love. The company says both upgrades are cheap and easy for carriers -- if only they were rapid as well. PR's after the break.

Continue reading Aircell releases GoGo tech roadmap: EV-DO Rev B in 2012, global satellite coverage by 2015

Aircell releases GoGo tech roadmap: EV-DO Rev B in 2012, global satellite coverage by 2015 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 10 Mar 2011 16:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aircellEV-DO rev aev-do rev bEv-doRevAEv-doRevBevdo rev aevdo rev bEvdoRevAEvdoRevBgogogogo inflightGogoInflightin flight wifiinflight satellite internetInflightSatelliteInternetInFlightWifiinternetKa bandKaBandrev arev bRevARevBsatellite internetSatelliteInternetThu, 10 Mar 2011 16:39:00 EST<![CDATA[Gogo plans to expand into in-flight movies, possibly gaming]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/07/gogo-plans-to-expand-into-in-flight-movies-possibly-gaming/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/07/gogo-plans-to-expand-into-in-flight-movies-possibly-gaming/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/07/gogo-plans-to-expand-into-in-flight-movies-possibly-gaming/#commentsThere's not a lot of firm details just yet, but the CEO of Gogo's parent company, Aircell, has just confirmed that GoGo is planning to take a few steps beyond it's basic in-flight WiFi business this year. That will apparently start with a library of in-flight movies that customers will have access to "later this year," and could eventually expand to other in-flight content including "live gaming." No word on any content partners involved in any of those plans, but CEO Michael Small says that he believes content has the potential to be a" significant" revenue source for the company. Incidentally, this news coincided with GoGo's announcement of a $35 million boost from its latest round of funding and, as mocoNews reports, the company has apparently already hired "a number of executives from internet companies" to help it with its new content offerings.

Gogo plans to expand into in-flight movies, possibly gaming originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 07 Feb 2011 19:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Free and fast in-flight WiFi may be an unrealizable dream, but free in-flight Facebook? Wish no more. As of today, seven airlines are running a promotion with Gogo internet to bring your in air Facebook dreams to life. The airlines include Delta, AirTran, American, Virgin Atlantic, Alaska, US Airways, and United, who with Gogo now offer internet on 1,100 commercial and 5,000 private planes. It's unclear how long the promotion will last -- nothing good lasts forever -- but get in there while you can and do a few status updates, maybe check out your friends' awesome Groundhog Day 2011 links.

Seven airlines now offering free in-flight Facebook originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 02 Feb 2011 18:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Good news, frequent (and not so frequent) fliers. In addition to offering free Goggle-sponsored WiFi on its long-range flights this holiday season, Delta has announced plans to expand Gogo internet access to many of its regional jets, beginning in January. The company says that it should have this next wave of upgrades done by the end of 2011. This will definitely come as a relief to those of us who will be enjoying hours-long "regional" flights in the new year, either on Delta planes or those of its regional partners (including Shuttle America, Comair, and Atlantic Southeast). The expansion will apply only to aircraft with a first class cabin -- you know, the spacious compartment you pass through before being herded into the back with the rest of us schlubs.

Delta expands WiFi access to select regional jets originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 30 Nov 2010 21:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aircelldeltagogoin-flightin-flight internetin-flight wifiIn-flightInternetIn-flightWifiinternetweb browserWebBrowserwifiTue, 30 Nov 2010 21:53:00 EST<![CDATA[Alaska Airlines fires up in-flight WiFi between Anchorage and Fairbanks, promises more in 2011]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/23/alaska-airlines-fires-up-in-flight-wifi-between-anchorage-and-fa/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/23/alaska-airlines-fires-up-in-flight-wifi-between-anchorage-and-fa/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/23/alaska-airlines-fires-up-in-flight-wifi-between-anchorage-and-fa/#comments It's hard to say if Alaska Airlines' relationship with Row44 has fizzled, but unlike that WiFi'd route between San Jose and Seattle, the aforesaid airline is relying on Aircell to provide in-flight WiFi on flights between Anchorage and Fairbanks. Reportedly, Gogo service is live today for customers flying between those two locales, with it being completely gratis until the remainder of Aircell's network in the state of Alaska goes live over the next few months. Best of all, Aircell has promised to "expand its network to include Southeast Alaska by the end of the year," ensuring that it's not The Last Frontier in absolutely every possible way.

Continue reading Alaska Airlines fires up in-flight WiFi between Anchorage and Fairbanks, promises more in 2011

Alaska Airlines fires up in-flight WiFi between Anchorage and Fairbanks, promises more in 2011 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 23 Oct 2010 01:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aircellairplaneAlaskaAlaska airlinesAlaskaAirlinesAnchoragefairbanksgogoin-flightin-flight internetin-flight wifiIn-flightInternetIn-flightWifiinternetplanetravelwifiSat, 23 Oct 2010 01:03:00 EST<![CDATA[HasWiFi answers a vital question: does my flight have WiFi?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/12/haswifi-answers-a-vital-question-does-my-flight-have-wifi/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/12/haswifi-answers-a-vital-question-does-my-flight-have-wifi/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/12/haswifi-answers-a-vital-question-does-my-flight-have-wifi/#commentsIt's a resource we've all needed for years -- ever since Gogo began its quest to infiltrate each and every airline cabin in America in hopes of installing a router or two. HasWiFi is a simplistic (read: won't kill your mobile browser) site that serves one primary purpose: to tell you whether or not your upcoming flight will have sweet, succulent in-flight WiFi available. Better still, users can even vote Yes or No to whether their flight actually does have in-flight WiFi... you know, in case a carrier yanks it from one plane or installs it in another that's not listed. And if you're already down with TripIt, well, searching gets even easier. Head on over and punch in your next flight -- crossed fingers are highly recommended.

HasWiFi answers a vital question: does my flight have WiFi? originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:48:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aircellairplanegogoin-flightin-flight internetin-flight wifiIn-flightInternetIn-flightWifiinternetrow44wifiTue, 12 Oct 2010 09:48:00 EST<![CDATA[Flexjet hooks private jet travelers up with free Gogo Biz in-flight WiFi, as well it should]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/11/flexjet-hooks-private-jet-travelers-up-with-free-gogo-biz-in-fli/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/11/flexjet-hooks-private-jet-travelers-up-with-free-gogo-biz-in-fli/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/11/flexjet-hooks-private-jet-travelers-up-with-free-gogo-biz-in-fli/#commentsHere's the deal: you're pouring out thousands on Flexjet's fractional aircraft program in order to get where you need to be, when you need to be there. The last thing you're looking for is another bill to ensure you're connected while jetting from point A to point Z. Thankfully, the aforesaid company has just inked a deal with Aircell that'll place Gogo Biz in-flight WiFi into each of its private jets at no additional cost to flyers -- a move that's likely meant to counter NetJets' recent announcement. Of course, that "annual price bump" will more than likely take care of things come December, but hey -- what's the use in filet mignon on a Challenger 300 when you can't tweet a picture of your indulgence? Exactly. Head on past the break for all the installation plans.

Continue reading Flexjet hooks private jet travelers up with free Gogo Biz in-flight WiFi, as well it should

Flexjet hooks private jet travelers up with free Gogo Biz in-flight WiFi, as well it should originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 11 Sep 2010 11:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aircellaircraftairplaneBombardierbusinessFlexjetgogoGogo BizGogoBizin-flightin-flight wifiIn-flightWifiinternetplanewifiSat, 11 Sep 2010 11:16:00 EST<![CDATA[NetJets begins Aircell in-flight WiFi installations, won't stop anytime soon]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/29/netjets-begins-aircell-in-flight-wifi-installations-wont-stop/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/29/netjets-begins-aircell-in-flight-wifi-installations-wont-stop/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/29/netjets-begins-aircell-in-flight-wifi-installations-wont-stop/#commentsIt's one thing to expect in-flight WiFi on a commercial flight serving two or three hundred addicted peons, but how on Earth has it taken until now for NetJets to hop onboard this bandwagon? For those unaware, NetJets hosts the world's largest fractional fleet of business-oriented aircraft, and those that lay claim to portions of its herd are amongst the most wealthy this world has to offer. Currently, the outfit has just over 800 planes, and starting next month over 250 of them (in the midsize and large-cabin categories) will be equipped with Aircell's high speed internet service. In time, NetJets is planning to have "all future fleet aircraft, including light cabin models, delivered from the factory with high speed internet," and we're guessing that the jetsetters who drop the Benjamins to have their own plane are as anxious as ever for the future to be now. After all, who wouldn't want to tweet images of filet mignon from 35,000 feet?

Continue reading NetJets begins Aircell in-flight WiFi installations, won't stop anytime soon

NetJets begins Aircell in-flight WiFi installations, won't stop anytime soon originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aircellAirConditioningairplanesAirplaneSeatsAviationfloridagogoin-flightin-flight internetin-flight wifiIn-flightInternetIn-flightWifiinternetNetJetsplanewifiThu, 29 Jul 2010 20:37:00 EST<![CDATA[FaceTime video call works beautifully on airplane's in-flight WiFi (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/facetime-video-call-works-beautifully-on-airplanes-in-flight-wi/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/facetime-video-call-works-beautifully-on-airplanes-in-flight-wi/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/facetime-video-call-works-beautifully-on-airplanes-in-flight-wi/#comments Yeah, seriously. While Aircell's Gogo in-flight WiFi service has been blocking VoIP calling services (Skype being the most obvious example) from day one, it's apparently not throwing the same brick wall in the face of Apple's new standard. Our good pals over at TUAW managed to record a (relatively) solid two minute FaceTime conversation with an iPhone 4 owner, and only after you realize that said owner is a few thousand feet above the Earth's surface does this all become a lot more interesting. We know for a fact that certain iPhone 4 owners have had difficulty with FaceTime conversations when using highly firewalled access points (like those found in hotels and corporate offices), but it seems as if seat 16A is cleared for transmission. For now, anyway. Head on past the break to peek the FaceTime ad that Apple forgot to make.

Continue reading FaceTime video call works beautifully on airplane's in-flight WiFi (video)

FaceTime video call works beautifully on airplane's in-flight WiFi (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 13 Jul 2010 22:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We pinged Aircell (the makers of Gogo, which is by far the dominant in-flight WiFi provider in America) for comment on the linked report, and while they wouldn't comment specifically, they did confirm that they have been "thrilled" with repeat usage rates. The company's own research has found that "61 percent of Gogo customers have used it again within 3 months," which is a pretty fantastic attach rate. Now, if only it could get more people to try the service once, it may just be on its way to taking over the world. Or something. Full comment is after the break.

Continue reading 1 in 10 fliers using in-flight WiFi, Aircell 'thrilled' with repeat usage rate

1 in 10 fliers using in-flight WiFi, Aircell 'thrilled' with repeat usage rate originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aircellanalystbroadbandgogoin-flightin-flight wifiIn-flightWifiinternetresearchsurveywifiThu, 08 Jul 2010 17:19:00 EST<![CDATA[US Airways finally secures Gogo in-flight WiFi, adding to all A321's by June]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/29/us-airways-finally-secures-gogo-in-flight-wifi-adding-to-all-a3/http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/29/us-airways-finally-secures-gogo-in-flight-wifi-adding-to-all-a3/http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/29/us-airways-finally-secures-gogo-in-flight-wifi-adding-to-all-a3/#commentsWe heard last summer that 2010 would be the year for US Airways to gain in-flight internet, and sure enough, America's worst legacy airline has made good on said promise. As of now, a grand total of five Airbus A321 planes are equipped with Gogo, and if you're lucky enough to end up on one, you'll get a single free session through June 1st provided that you're a first-time Gogo user. Speaking of early June, that's when all 51 of the outfit's A321's will be lit with WiFi, and better still, you'll be able to see right away if your flight will be wired (or unwired, as it were) at the time of booking. There's no mention of expansion plans beyond that, and we still haven't received an apology for refusing us a gratis glass of water on a 6.5 hour flight in August of 2008. No, we're not bitter. At all.

US Airways finally secures Gogo in-flight WiFi, adding to all A321's by June originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 29 Mar 2010 20:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>a321airbusairbus a321AirbusA321aircellairlineairplanebroadbandflightGogoin flight internetin flight wifiin-flight internetin-flight wifiIn-flightInternetIn-flightWifiInFlightInternetInFlightWifiinternetplaneplanesus airus airwaysUsAirUsAirwayswifiMon, 29 Mar 2010 20:17:00 EST<![CDATA[Aircell tempts HTC HD2 owners with six months free in-flight WiFi]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/25/aircell-tempts-htc-hd2-owners-with-six-months-free-in-flight-wif/http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/25/aircell-tempts-htc-hd2-owners-with-six-months-free-in-flight-wif/http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/25/aircell-tempts-htc-hd2-owners-with-six-months-free-in-flight-wif/#commentsNow that Aircell has finished roping every major US airline into its plan for world domination providing inexpensive WiFi on most every flight, the company's dealmakers have had to fall back on, shall we say, less integral partnerships to advance their strategy. First up? If you're the owner of a shiny new HTC HD2 on T-Mobile, you get six months of Gogo in-flight WiFi, free of charge. Simply register with the company anytime before June 2011 and it's clear skies for your connection. You can consider the expiration date a bonus alarm clock -- by that time, you'll be ready for a phone with enough buttons for Windows Phone 7 Series.

Aircell tempts HTC HD2 owners with six months free in-flight WiFi originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 25 Mar 2010 06:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aircellfreego-goGogoGogo inflightGogoInflightHD2htcHTC HD2HtcHd2in-flightin-flight wifiin-flightwifiinflight internetinflight wifiInflightInternetInflightWifit mobileT-MobileTMobilewifiThu, 25 Mar 2010 06:22:00 EST<![CDATA[Aircell to start in-flight video download service later this year]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/10/aircell-to-start-in-flight-video-download-service-later-this-yea/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/10/aircell-to-start-in-flight-video-download-service-later-this-yea/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/10/aircell-to-start-in-flight-video-download-service-later-this-yea/#comments Aircell may have skipped out on having a presence at CES this year, but that doesn't mean that nothing is going on in the wide, wacky world of in-flight internet. The company confirmed to us via email that it's planning a new video download service for 2010, a little something that'll go by the name Gogo Video. PC World was able to sit down with Eric Lemond, director of product management for the company, and they found that the service will be a lot like the iTunes Video Store in function. Users will be able to tap into their onboard WiFi in order to suck down TV shows and film rentals, which will be available for viewing up to 24 hours from the time of purchase. The files themselves will remain on the laptop (as in, this isn't just a streaming service), and while the exact launch date has yet to be nailed down, we are told that it will only be available for Windows laptops initially. Prices should range from $2 to $4 based on the programming, though we're still waiting to hear what kind content partners will be signing on. Fret not, jetsetters -- the unfriendly skies are about to get a bit more bearable.

Aircell to start in-flight video download service later this year originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 10 Jan 2010 10:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continental to launch in-flight WiFi in 2010 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 16 Dec 2009 17:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aircellcontinentalcontinental airlinesContinentalAirlinesgogoin flight wifiin-flight wifiIn-flightWifiInFlightWifiwi-fiwifiWed, 16 Dec 2009 17:29:00 EST<![CDATA[American Airlines launches online widget to sniff out WiFi-equipped flights]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/19/american-airlines-launches-online-widget-to-sniff-out-wifi-equip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/19/american-airlines-launches-online-widget-to-sniff-out-wifi-equip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/19/american-airlines-launches-online-widget-to-sniff-out-wifi-equip/#comments You may bang on the legacy airlines, but American Airlines has a good thing going here with Gogo. The outfit has just completed installation of in-flight WiFi on 150 of its MD-80 aircraft, and in order to give you a better idea of how to prepare, it's now launching an online widget that'll let you know if your bird will enable web surfing when you get on. The tool is completely web-based, so any PC or smartphone can access it; the only real knock is that it only informs you of a "yes" or "no" 24 hours prior to departure, so it's still impossible to book a flight 3 months out and know for certain if you'll be able to hop online. This is definitely something that should be adopted by the other airlines (pronto!), but we can't help but dream of the day when something like this is unnecessary due to in-flight internet becoming completely ubiquitous. Ah, the future -- how you tease us so. Demonstration vid is after the break.

Continue reading American Airlines launches online widget to sniff out WiFi-equipped flights

American Airlines launches online widget to sniff out WiFi-equipped flights originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While those legacy airlines are scheming to charge you more to fly over the holidays, Virgin America is making it even easier to choose its services over the rest. Announced today, the airline (which should expand to more cities on the double, just so we're clear) has teamed up with Google in order to bring gratis WiFi to all flyers throughout the holiday season. If you'll recall, VA recently made known that every single one of its aircraft was equipped with in-flight internet courtesy of Aircell, and between November 10th, 2009 and January 15th, 2010, your surfing will be on the house should your find yourself in a seat. Not a bad way to spread a little holiday cheer, huh?

[Via Engadget Spanish]

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Virgin America and Google gift flyers with free WiFi for the holidays originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Our wildest, most frenzied dreams are coming true, airline by airline. As Aircell steps in to infiltrate yet another legacy carrier here in America, US Airways has finally caved to the pressures of being an airline in 2009 by announcing its intentions to get Gogo on a select few of its planes. Starting in early 2010, Gogo in-flight internet will be added to its fleet of 50 A321 aircraft, and while that's certainly not a jaw-dropping amount, it's better than zilch. Of note, US Airways also has plans to let consumers see if their proposed flight will have WiFi when booking online, and while we can't help but celebrate such an achievement, we're also mighty fearful that this will lead to yet another fee for the privilege of riding on a WiFi-equipped plane. You know -- considering that this airline once refused water to passengers on a 6.5 hour flight last August.

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US Airways launching Gogo in-flight internet next year, to show WiFi logo when booking originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Jul 2009 10:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's a technology lover's dream come true: in-flight internet. Knowing that all too well, Aircell has decided to expand its pricing options for its Gogo services, which are currently available on select flights from Virgin America, AirTran, Delta and America Airlines. In order to better serve more customers on flights of varying lengths, the company has today announced two new options: a Flight Pass for short haul flights and a 24-Hour Pass for those doing a same-day return or connecting on multiple short haul flights. The former will run WiFi addicts $5.95 for flights lasting approximately 1.5 hours or less, while the latter will provide 24-hour access on a single airline for $12.95 (though it's only available initially on AirTran and Delta). If you're doing an unfathomable amount of cruising the friendly skies, there's even a 30-day unlimited pass for a single airline that'll set you back $49.95. Now, if only Gogo would get going on more planes, we'd happily take advantage.

[Via Gadling]

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Aircell offers short haul, 24-hour Gogo in-flight internet passes originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hold up AirTran -- not so fast with those wild claims of in-flight WiFi superiority. If you'll recall, the aforesaid airline proclaimed that it would soon be the first to have its entire fleet doused with Gogo, but it looks like Virgin America has swept in to claim that title. We should point out just how unfair the challenge is, though: VA has 28 planes as of today, whereas AirTran has 136. At any rate, we're still thrilled to see airlines duking it out in order to get more WiFi to more fliers, and we fully anticipate that every new aircraft added to Virgin America's fleet will be lit from day one. Now, if only they'd allow Skype functionality for more than just an Oprah demonstration, we'd really be playing with fire.

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Virgin America lights up entire fleet with in-flight WiFi originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 20 May 2009 17:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Listen up, jet-setters -- AirTran Airways just got a lot more attractive. Starting this summer, this very airline will become the "world's first" (Virgin America will have its comparatively small fleet of 28 fully equipped by Memorial Day) to equip all of its aircraft with in-flight WiFi, and when we say "all," we mean "all." Much like the half dozen other Aircell airline partners, AirTran is also utilizing Gogo technology, but it's doing so across its entire fleet of Boeing 737 and 717 aircraft. If all goes to plan, all 136 AirTran planes will be broadband-enabled by "mid-summer," and as with other Gogo-equipped planes, patrons will be asked to pony up $12.95 for access on flights over three hours and $9.95 for jaunts that are three hours or less. Of note, "handheld devices" can hop online for just $7.95 regardless of flight length, though we get the idea that VoIP calling will still be disabled.

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AirTran brings Gogo in-flight WiFi to every single flight originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 May 2009 12:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Aircell already managed to coerce American, Delta, Virgin America and Air Canada into installing its Gogo in-flight internet equipment into at least a few of their airplanes, and now United Airlines can proudly say that it's no longer looking in from the outside. Starting this year, a baker's dozen of the company's Boeing 757s -- which will fly between John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York and California's Los Angeles International Airport and San Francisco International Airport -- will be armed and ready with WiFi for the people. Pricing will remain set at $12.95 for the entire flight, and service is expected to roll out during the second half of this year.

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Aircell's Gogo in-flight internet coming to United Airlines originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We already knew that Delta was pushing its in-flight WiFi plans ahead, and starting tomorrow, a half dozen MD-88 shuttle flights will be live with internet from 35,000 feet. As with Virgin America, Delta Air Lines will be relying on Aircell's Gogo technology, though it will go down as the first US carrier to initiate a "fleet-wide rollout." Eventually, over 300 domestic mainline aircraft will enable guests to surf the intarwebz from way up high, and you'll know if the one you're boarding is lit if you see one of the above pictured "Wi-Fi Onboard" logos on the boarding door. The launch flights -- which will run from December 16th through the 31st -- will provide gratis access to the web, while standard pricing of $9.95 on flights of three hours or less and $12.95 on flights of more than three hours will presumably kick in on January 1, 2009. Happy trails, and don't forget to give us a visit while you're up there.

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Gogo in-flight WiFi taking off in six Delta flights tomorrow originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 15 Dec 2008 12:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Here's something that doesn't happen everyday with legacy airlines -- an announcement that something is actually ahead of schedule. After hearing that Delta would equip its entire US fleet with Aircell's Gogo in-flight WiFi in 2009, along comes a release from Aircell that says otherwise. In fact, it proclaims that "Delta Air Lines is expected to launch service before the end of 2008." Furthermore, the company has confessed that "most major US carriers are in advanced discussions with or are already contractually committed to Aircell," which certainly bodes well for avid travelers who take issue with long periods of disconnection. Aircell is hoping to have its in-flight internet tech installed in 2,000 commercial aircraft by the end of 2009 -- talk about making the friendly skies "friendly" again.

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Delta pushes in-flight WiFi plans ahead, Gogo to hit 2,000 planes in 2009 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 10 Dec 2008 21:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The time has come, internet mavens... to comment on this post from 35,000 feet up, of course. After launching to a select handful of lucky souls last week, Virgin America has gone live with its Aircell-engineered Gogo internet service on select flights. As of now, an undisclosed amount of VA flights will offer guests unlimited use (with certain restrictions around VoIP, we hear) while in the air for $12.95 on flights longer than three hours and $9.95 for flights under three hours. The airline's entire fleet should be WiFi-ready by Q1 2009, but for now, why not kill some time tracking planes with live internet access? Fun, right?

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Aircell's Gogo in-flight WiFi goes live commercially on Virgin America originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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So I took a little a break from working on gdgt to get on Virgin America's inaugural Aircell GoGo WiFi party flight, posting this at altitude. If you haven't already caught one of the early Aircell flights on Delta, American, or Air Canada, their now-active GoGo service provides in-flight internet. So far, as far as party planes go, this one hasn't been too raucous -- probably because everyone's been geeking out on their laptops.
Quick facts:
  • The service is a shared high-power EV-DO Rev. A connection, at 3.6Mbps downstream and 1.8Mbps upstream.
  • By April, 100% of Virgin America's flights will have GoGo service. Dayumn! All GoGo service is $10 for short flights (under 3 hours) and $13 for longer flights (over 3 hours).
  • So far I've been getting about 1Mbps down, and 200Kbps up -- pretty good considering that this is about as pinned as the system is going to get. There are only about 150 people on it right now, you know?
  • Latency is between 200-500ms, sometimes higher. Reasonable latency, though.
  • The system uses 802.11a/b/g, although it's an open AP (i.e. no encryption).
  • Speaking of which, GoGo claims they'll support VPN, so expect that to work. SSH is iffy though -- it worked for us, but they don't really want people SSH tunneling (especially to do stuff like VoIP).
  • Aircell intends to block voice and video chat to keep things less obnoxious for travelers. It's working in flight though -- people are doing iChat sessions. But part of this inaugural flight will have live YouTube streaming, so one should expect to have this cut off later.
  • BitTorrent works! It's not crazy fast, but I'm peering with about 8 nodes. I wouldn't expect this to work when the service launches.
  • GoGo has a built-in traffic shaper that keeps an eye out for those using more traffic than others. If you're consuming too much, it'll scale you back (although no one has a hard cap). If you're the only one on GoGo (say, on a red-eye at 4am) then you can go crazy, you won't be scaled back. Still, I'm sitting next to my old pal Brian Lam from Giz, and I'd wager the two of us are somehow taking up about 80% of the plane's bandwidth.
  • Virgin America isn't filtering content, so feel free to cast a glance over your shoulder and engage your browser's private mode.

Any thing else you want to know?

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On Virgin America's inaugural GoGo WiFi flight: this post published from 35,000 feet originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 22 Nov 2008 19:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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