E-readers (Kindle, Kobo, etc...)
Feb 27, 2011, 4:21 pm
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E-readers (Kindle, Kobo, etc...)
I have noticed recently that I am not being asked to put away my e-reader during taxi / take-off / landing on AC flights. Does anyone know if this is "willful blindness", or have I (and others) just been lucky?
(On Jazz flights however, they've asked me to stow it)
(On Jazz flights however, they've asked me to stow it)
Feb 27, 2011, 5:40 pm
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Feb 27, 2011, 8:50 pm
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It depends on the FA.. I have mixed experience..
sometimes, I tell them that I already turned 3G, and it works..
I think the main concern is if there is any accident while landing that it will be flying around inside the plane.. I mean it is light already, but still harder than a paperback book ..
sometimes, I tell them that I already turned 3G, and it works..
I think the main concern is if there is any accident while landing that it will be flying around inside the plane.. I mean it is light already, but still harder than a paperback book ..
Feb 28, 2011, 4:28 am
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Remember laws and regulations tend to be about ten years behind the technology.
Feb 28, 2011, 9:30 am
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Of course nothing ever really switches off (well they do! But most people just sleep the devices) so it is a moot point. The kindle and other devices with an eink screen are interesting in that the display will keep its image even when the unit is completely powered down, so it is a matter of rules failing to keep up with technology.
The real issue I have is cellular + WiFi. I'm sure lots of people who have these devices have no idea they can or should turn connectivity off.
Feb 28, 2011, 10:56 am
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Mixed results with my iPad.
On the cell phone thing, I'm pretty sure I'm not the only guy who has ever forgotten to turn the Blackberry off before boarding. (I don't have any issue with turning it off mind you.) I do mind though that I'm not able to read my book during takeoff / landing becuase some FA insists that I turn my iPad off.
On the cell phone thing, I'm pretty sure I'm not the only guy who has ever forgotten to turn the Blackberry off before boarding. (I don't have any issue with turning it off mind you.) I do mind though that I'm not able to read my book during takeoff / landing becuase some FA insists that I turn my iPad off.
Feb 28, 2011, 11:10 am
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While I get that it is a potential projectile during an emergency situation, its no worse then a hard cover book. The wireless component to it has been shown time and again on this board by experts in the area to be a non-issue. Come on AC get with the times!
Feb 28, 2011, 12:07 pm
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I'll have had a good year on my iPad by the time the 2 is out. It's a frequent traveler's best friend. It's great for killing time if you have to spend a lot of time alone, and great for planning activities. I keep an American SIM activated year round so that I have connectivity the moment I hit a US airport.
Feb 28, 2011, 12:10 pm
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On the cell phone thing, I'm pretty sure I'm not the only guy who has ever forgotten to turn the Blackberry off before boarding. (I don't have any issue with turning it off mind you.) I do mind though that I'm not able to read my book during takeoff / landing becuase some FA insists that I turn my iPad off.
eBook readers are great for longer trips or if you read a ton and finish your paper book.
Feb 28, 2011, 12:17 pm
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Very true. I read a lot though, so carrying 1 iPad for me beats carrying 2 books (for TATL) or 3 books (for TPAC). Plus I can play games and stuff on the iPad too. But having an unbreakable old-fashioned book has it's merits.
Feb 28, 2011, 2:29 pm
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