Tag Archives: in-flight wifi

Boeing 747-8, 777 to join 787 in support for in-flight cellphone use and WiFi, like it or not

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The more cynical among us would argue that allowing cellphones in-flight is only a guarantee of an even more unpleasant trip, at least for anyone wanting a distraction-free cabin. There must still be a few optimists: Boeing is promising that future p…


United upgrading Gogo in-flight WiFi on its premium service fleet, speeds will reach 9.8 Mbps

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It won’t be enough to cancel out the Engadget editor using in-flight WiFi to upload photo galleries (sorry, guys), but it should make web surfing from coach a little less tedious. United has just announced that it will be upgrading its Gogo in-air Wi…


Gogo spreads its in-flight WiFi wings further with SES satellite deal

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Rejoice frequent-flying lovers of the Interwebs. All systems continue to be a go for in-flight WiFi provider Gogo as the company inks a deal with yet another satellite operator. A new agreement with global satellite company SES puts Gogo closer to pr…


Gogo and AeroSat get friendly on Ku-band, bring international in-flight WiFi closer

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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…


Gogo grabs 1MHz spectrum from JetBlue subsidiary LiveTV, beefs up in-flight bandwidth

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In-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 sub…


Three iPad giveaways in three days: day three, courtesy of Gogo!

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Here’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 chan…


Three iPad giveaways in three days: day three, courtesy of Gogo!

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Here’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 chan…


The Engadget Interview: ViaSat CEO Mark Dankberg on Exede and the future of in-flight WiFi

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When you think about satellite internet, dismal speeds, ridiculous latency and astronomical fees are likely first to come to mind. But the only technology capable of blanketing our entire planet in connectivity is now able to provide a fast, consisten…


Gogo WiFi lands in more US Airways Airbuses and Embraers, intros Gogo Vision

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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 A3…


Delta teams up with Amazon to give you free WiFi access for in-flight shopping

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SkyMiles distributor Delta isn’t a newcomer to the land of in-flight WiFi freebies. And, while this time it’s not setting a time limit on your browsing, you’ll have to stay within the Amazon virtual walls to take advantage. The hook-up between the ai…