It seems that as far as American Airlines is concerned, the huge seats, canyons of leg room, drinks, hot towels and curtain divider just isn't enough to let common passengers know that first class passengers are flat out better humans. Now, American Airlines wants to up the ante by offering first class passengers use of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 while they're flying in luxury. This isn't the first time tablets have infiltrated air travel. Not surprisingly the iPad has made a couple cameos before, namely with Qantas, but this is a first for an American airline. This move just pushes forward a growing trend, and lets Android fans get jealous.
On Monday, American Airlines announced that it plans to have 6,000 Galaxy Tabs offered on some transcontinental and international flights. Availability will depend on the route and model of aircraft you are flying. The tablets will be offered on transcontinental trips on Boeing 767-200 and 767-300 aircrafts flying between New York's JFK airport and Los Angeles, JFK and San Francisco and Miami and Los Angeles, as well as Boeing 757s flying between Boston and Los Angeles. International travelers will find the device on 767-300 aircrafts flying to and from Europe and South America.
As a small consolation, first class passengers won't get everything for free. WiFi internet access will cost extra.
source: Engadget
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