Survey: Consumers want in-flight data not voice

According to data gathered by research firm IDC, American flyers would rather use their cell phones for activities other than voice communication.

A hot topic because of FCC and FAA regulation, in-flight cellular communication was recently opposed by (of all companies) Cingular Wireless. Many consumers believe that the annoyance of having other passengers on the phone would more than outweigh the convenience.

.. Of all wireless activities polled, SMS was the most appealing for in-flight use.

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emily | 6:11 PM | Cell Phones while driving/flying/sailing |
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