Mobile

Voice activated flight search portends of tech-to-come
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Voice activated flight search portends of tech-to-come
By Nick Vivion | March 26, 2013
The latest foray into voice-tech comes from CheapAir.com. The voice activation feature is integrated with the company's latest iPhone and iPad release, allowing customers to use voice to search for... Read More
TripAdvisor snaps up photo sharing app Tiny Post
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TripAdvisor snaps up photo sharing app Tiny Post
By Linda Fox | March 22, 2013
Reviews giant TripAdvisor is furthering its social maneuvring with the acquisition of mobile application Tiny Post. Read More
Malaysia Airlines latest to arm cabin crew with iPads
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Malaysia Airlines latest to arm cabin crew with iPads
By Linda Fox | March 21, 2013
Malaysia Airlines is letting its cabin crew loose with iPads for a six-month trial period following a deal with airline technology specialist SITA Read More
TripAdvisor announces integration with new Samsung Galaxy 4
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TripAdvisor announces integration with new Samsung Galaxy 4
By Nick Vivion | March 20, 2013
TripAdvisor announced a significant partnership this week: the travel advice service will be fully integrated into the new Samsung Galaxy S 4 phones. Read More
Google study of mobile search behavior reveals travel insights
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Google study of mobile search behavior reveals travel insights
By Sean O'Neil | March 18, 2013
Rather than ask people questions, Google tracked the behavior of volunteers. Read More
Interactive cross-platform technology sets sail - will it sink or swim?
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Interactive cross-platform technology sets sail - will it sink or swim?
By Nick Vivion | March 15, 2013
Cruise technology integration specialist HMS Group and cross-device platform provider UIEvolution have announced a new venue for their guest-centric technology Guest Evolution: cruise ships. Read More
Concur continues spending spree, acquires ConTgo for location-based services
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Concur continues spending spree, acquires ConTgo for location-based services
By Linda Fox | March 11, 2013
Concur has acquired mobile specialist ConTgo with terms of the deal undisclosed Read More
Content, context, co-creation and other eTourism predictions for the next 20 years
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Content, context, co-creation and other eTourism predictions for the next 20 years
By Viewpoints | March 7, 2013
Predicting technology is a thankless task, as it changes dramatically Read More
NFC and other mobile trends that will impact travel in the not too distant future
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NFC and other mobile trends that will impact travel in the not too distant future
By Viewpoints | March 6, 2013
At this year's Mobile Web Congress in Barcelona, exhibitors showcased everything from phone devices, components and backhaul infrastructure to payments, apps and accessories Read More
Ibis app lets you literally do it in your sleep
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Ibis app lets you literally do it in your sleep
By Linda Fox | March 4, 2013
Here's a funny one that those of you with iPhones might like to try tonight - the Ibis Sleep Art application Read More
OhHeyWorld aims to streamline the constant connection of the traveler's mobile existence
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OhHeyWorld aims to streamline the constant connection of the traveler's mobile existence
By Nick Vivion | February 27, 2013
Long gone are the days in which traveling meant a complete disconnect from the hallmarks of everyday life: phone calls were left unanswered, mail piled up, and family eagerly awaited the latest written... Read More
Texting and social media from the skies more popular than a phone call
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Texting and social media from the skies more popular than a phone call
By Linda Fox | February 26, 2013
Forget gender stereotypes, women would prefer to play games via mobiles than use them to chat during a flight if it was an option Read More
Browsing from mobile devices now a quarter of traffic to travel sites
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Browsing from mobile devices now a quarter of traffic to travel sites
By Linda Fox | February 18, 2013
Nucleus has released the results of its latest web browsing study showing significant gains in traffic from mobile devices and iPads in particular Read More
Geo-targeted advertising poised for serious growth in coming years
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Geo-targeted advertising poised for serious growth in coming years
By Nick Vivion | February 15, 2013
Travelers have been leading the mobile charge for some time now, toting tables and clutching phones on trips all over the world. With all of these connected travelers roaming localities around the... Read More
The Scan: iRiS lobby app, ResponseTap's web tracking, Concur expense study and other travel tech news
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The Scan: iRiS lobby app, ResponseTap's web tracking, Concur expense study and other travel tech news
By PhocusWire | February 12, 2013
Response Tap, FCm, HRG, Multicom, Vayant, Iris, Portman Travel, KDS, Conferma and Concur are mentioned in our special round-up of news and briefs you may have missed from the Travel Technology and... Read More
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