Qantas in-flight email and SMS text messaging set to take off on domestic Australian flights

We've been following Qantas' in-flight email and SMS text messaging trial for some time now . And, after successful testing during the extended trial period , Qantas has announced that the airline will be rolling out the in-flight messaging service to its fleet of domestic Boeing 767 and Airbus A330 flights. Starting next year, when you're traveling down-unda, you won't be left wanting for a connection to the office/friends/family. Voice communications isn't going to be part of the initiative. Baby steps, it's all about baby steps. Still, in-flight data services would be even better . [Via: Courier Mail ] --- Related Articles at IntoMobile:

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