Gogo plans to speed up in-flight internet service...in 2018
Gogo is planning to overhaul its network, an overburdened system that provides Wi-Fi service for millions of travellers but has struggled to keep pace with rising demand. The upgrade promises to bring faster in-flight connections to big US airlines and business jets but requires new equipment on both cellular towers and planes. Thus, it won’t be available until 2018. Gogo’s original network hasn’t had a major upgrade since launching in 2008, even as smartphones have multiplied. Instead, Gogo has used higher prices on planes to help control demand for its limited bandwidth. Even those willing to pay more than US$30 for Gogo on a cross-country flight don’t get speeds good enough to stream videos. Meanwhile, newer services are rolling out at faster speeds at half the cost or less than Gogo. <br/>
https://portal.staralliance.com/cms/news/hot-topics/2016-09-29/general/gogo-plans-to-speed-up-in-flight-internet-service-in-2018
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Gogo plans to speed up in-flight internet service...in 2018
Gogo is planning to overhaul its network, an overburdened system that provides Wi-Fi service for millions of travellers but has struggled to keep pace with rising demand. The upgrade promises to bring faster in-flight connections to big US airlines and business jets but requires new equipment on both cellular towers and planes. Thus, it won’t be available until 2018. Gogo’s original network hasn’t had a major upgrade since launching in 2008, even as smartphones have multiplied. Instead, Gogo has used higher prices on planes to help control demand for its limited bandwidth. Even those willing to pay more than US$30 for Gogo on a cross-country flight don’t get speeds good enough to stream videos. Meanwhile, newer services are rolling out at faster speeds at half the cost or less than Gogo. <br/>
