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Boeing Wants Passengers to Control Their Experience Via Smartphones

Brian Sumers

Photo Credit: Boeing is testing a new technology that would allow airline passengers to control their environment using a mobile phone app.  Boeing

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Give Boeing credit for trying to innovate, but it is it really so hard to control the overhead light by pushing a button?

Boeing is developing technology that could make the flight attendant call button obsolete — but don't expect to see it on an airline soon. Years after bluetooth technology and mobile apps began making life more efficient for most consumers, Boeing is working on programs that could bring similar user-friendly features to planes. The manufacturer is betting passengers may soon be able to operate their overhead lights

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