Tagged: Apps

Malaysia Airlines has launched an innovative Facebook platform that allows passengers to book and check-in for their flight via the social media website.

As airlines increasingly explore offsite and automated check-in, the traditional process has been placed under threat, raising the question: ‘Is check-in dead?’

The development of apps, mobile check-in and the 2D boarding pass means that mobile technology is playing an increasingly important role in the travel process.

When it comes to check-in and boarding, for the airline, the airport and the passenger, the general rule is: the simpler, the better. The bar coded boarding pass is currently the standard used by more than 200 airlines globally, but with Near Field Communication (NFC) technology being increasingly explored as a potential alternative, just how […]

The evidence suggests mobile will become the dominant form of check-in. Sales of internet-ready Smart Phone devices continue to grow at a significant pace – around 30% year-on-year. Meanwhile, major online players – such as Google and Yahoo Microsoft – are investing significant resources in developing and improving their mobile web offerings. Ross Falconer reports.

Mobile Connections for Travelers