IPTK - .03 x .05 Some info. Up to you to decide how meaningful it is. fflya is IPTK's airline product, and it includes sms text messaging. Wouldn't it be nice to sms text in flight? No airline has yet announced they will use it. I feel the partnership with Viator is extremely important. Viator app has over 3,000,000 downloads and over 1,000,000 likes on Facebook.
"fflya opens the inflight imagination of airline passengers by delivering never-before-seen exciting destination opportunities before they land, and reconnecting them with family and friends through free messaging. fflya builds a relationship with passengers by providing free messaging and destination sponsor discount coupons available in the fflya App that deliver travel savings in hundreds of destinations including the passenger's hometown. fflya is the integration of the latest generation app technology, Bluetooth Smart capability, and narrowband satellite protocols."
"Bluetooth Smart keeps everyone connected as it maintains a status of what devices are onboard and active. What makes it unique is the link automatically activates when a user sends a message or processes a transaction, completing these events in milliseconds. As a result, no one person can occupy a large portion of the bandwidth at any point in time. The end result is an uncomplicated secure system that does not require expensive broadband satellites to deliver free communications or AEROS. The other great thing is that all modern mobile devices are equipped with Bluetooth Smart that is tested and documented as safe for use in aircraft so anyone can log on. Proven Technology fflya technology is flight proven over two years having been commissioned on 56 business jets operatings across the Asia Pacific, the America's, Europe, and the Middle East. Our world's first Bluetooth Smart platform is in operation on European charter fleet operator Jetfly and on USA fleet operator Emergency Airlift. Airline Testing To test the Bluetooth Smart coverage on an airline we initially conducted live testing on an Airbus A380 and Boeing B777 with successful results. fflya was also commissioned on an Airbus A340 for network validation testing."
"AS-IP Tech, Inc. (OTCMKTS: IPTK) announced today that fflya, the world’s first Bluetooth Smart airline connectivity solution, has been commissioned on an A340. fflya is an inflight connectivity revolution that provides free app messaging and destination savings that will enhance the passenger’s flight experience and allow the airline to earn revenue without having to charge. fflya substantially reduces equipment costs and eliminates the high cost of satellite transmission by combining a proprietary satellite protocol with a Bluetooth Smart network capable of connecting every passenger on-board with a single Bluetooth hotspot. Company CEO Ron Chapman said, “fflya is a game changer because until now airlines have had only two expensive ways to connect via satellite in an aircraft – a proprietary link for the cockpit and Wi-Fi for the cabin. On the ground people are communicating more than ever using apps, with the common belief that messaging is free. fflya now meets this societal expectation in the air by delivering free app messaging and more for passengers.” fflya provides value-added services that allow the airline to promote its brand, extend the digital reach and generate revenue in a way never seen before. Significantly, airlines can test the unique fflya platform without any modification to the aircraft. fflya is a self-contained portable system including Satcom and custom window antenna that classifies as a carry-on device so there is no aircraft certification required."
Some info on Viator: "Viator, a TripAdvisor company, is the world leader in finding amazing tours, activities, and travel experiences in destinations worldwide. When planning a trip, why start anywhere else? Download our free app for access to your vouchers, exclusive deals, and on-the-go booking. The Viator app is one of National Geographic’s “Favorite On-the-Road-Apps.” Here’s why:
DISCOVER THE BEST TOURS AND ACTIVITIES
• Explore thousands of things to do across the globe—from museum and attraction tickets, to day trips and food tours, to helicopter rides and guided walking tours • Browse more than 1 million traveler reviews and photos • Watch videos of our top activities to get a sneak peek before you go • Read guides and recommendations from our experienced travel insiders • Locate top attractions near you by searching our interactive maps
BOOK INSTANTLY AND EASILY—ANYTIME, ANYWHERE
• Find the perfect things to do for your family vacation, romantic vacation, business trip, or other adventure • Plan ahead and book in advance or grab last-minute tickets when you’re on the go • Get the best deals with our low price guarantee—even unlock exclusive mobile-only deals
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• Skip the long lines at popular attractions such as the Eiffel Tower and Empire State Building • Get VIP treatment with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, like private viewings of the Sistine Chapel • Save time and trees by accessing vouchers right from your phone or tablet • Contact our Customer Care team directly from the app—24/7 from any time zone
Whether you’re planning a trip to Paris, Rome, Las Vegas, Sydney, New York, or anywhere else in the world, let us be your guide. Viator, a TripAdvisor company, is here to help you book the best things to do and plan the perfect trip.
We’re humbled by some great press and awards we’ve received:
“Viator is the most venerable and polished of the tour-and-activity sites.” – BBC.com
“Viator gives you ideas about what to do when you get to a particular location – whether it’s a themed tour or a party in a park, the app...is packed with tips for wherever in the world you happen to be.” – MSN
"Whether it’s San Francisco or Bora Bora, everyone wants to travel like a local. Viator offers “insider” deals on tours and activities around the world. It promises to let users “skip the lines” at a discount, and happy reviewers back that claim." – Fast Company Travel Weekly's Magellan Award has awarded us: • Gold for Trip Planning • Gold for Travel Apps Viator has been a proud member of the TripAdvisor family since 2014."
My thoughts The system is simple, easy and cheap to install, hooks up to the worldwide iridium satellite network and is designed to target the airline passenger who is most likely much more destination focused inflight than he/she would be on the ground. It's been proven in the business jet world over the last two years as a less expensive way to provide passengers and crew with sms text messaging and basic email service. The destination services are for potential airline use and will be added to the business jets later. Other benefits: More secure - remember the reporter's hacked emails when hooked up to gogo? http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/columnist/2016/02/24/got-hacked-my-mac-while-writing-story/80844720/ "The security is quite unique not only for the way it switches channels, but is a closed network and when combined with encryption and proprietary protocols is more secure than open Wi-Fi as there is no external way to access it." There has been mention that the military will use their bluetooth system for communication but there are no further details as of yet.
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