SKYCAST SOLUTIONS UNVEILS NEW PORTABLE INFLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT DEVICE
Inventor of the first portable inflight entertainment device to
introduce the new TrayVu Slim™
SEATTLE
– April 18, 2012
Skycast Solutions today unveiled it’s new portable inflight device, the TrayVu Slim™, the industry’s only portable IFE that features a unique and proprietary clip that frees the tray for food or beverages and provides optimal viewing angles. The design of the TrayVu Slim™ allows airlines to maximize the number of portable units boarded. In June 2012 Canada’s preferred airline, WestJet, will introduce the new tablet technology, offering a host of pre-loaded content for guests on board their two newest Boeing 737 Next Generation aircraft.
“We are excited to introduce the TrayVu Slim™ on board our two newest WestJet aircraft,” said Marshall Wilmot, WestJet Vice-President, Product and Distribution. “Offering our guests a dynamic inflight entertainment option like this is directly in line with our commitment to deliver a remarkable guest experience.”
The New TrayVu Slim™
TrayVu Slim™ represents the very latest in portable IFE technology and support. As the only portable IFE device with duel stand/clip for optimum customer enjoyment, the product offers still-in-theater movies, new release movies, TV shows, children’s programming and more. The TrayVu Slim™ is compact and weighs less than two pounds, which allows airlines to maximize quantities on board. Units offer an airline-specific user interface with user-friendly tablet navigation and will come with complimentary headphones. Along with the technology, complete content uploading and operations support is also provided. The TrayVu Slim™ program also provides airlines a new transition option if they desire to move to Skycast Solutions embedded TrayVu™ system.
“We remain committed to make flying more enjoyable while generating
ancillary revenue opportunities for our airline customers,” said Bill Boyer,
CEO of Skycast Solutions. “The TrayVu Slim™ is a game
changer for airlines looking at portable inflight entertainment options.”
About Skycast Solutions
Skycast Solutions was founded by Bill Boyer, inventor of the digEplayer, the world’s first portable IFE offering. Boyer and a team of aviation veterans are the developers of the new TrayVu™ and TrayVu Slim™ IFE offerings. The proprietary tray-table integration of TrayVu™ serves the needs of airlines seeking a lighter and more cost-effective alternative to traditional, heavy and expensive seat-back IFE systems. The TrayVu™ system incorporates a lightweight Android tablet and includes touch screen functionality, WI-FI compatibility, and a point of sale credit card reader at every seat. The Skycast Solutions embedded TrayVu™ and portable TrayVu Slim™ offerings are built for airlines seeking low cost IFE options that will enhance their customer experience while generating significant ancillary revenue. For more information, visit www.skycastsolutions.com
Media Contacts:
Greg Latimer
greg.latimer@skycastsolutions.com
855-487-2988 ext. 703
TRAYVU SLIM MEDIA COVERAGE
APEX Editors Blog: http://blog.apex.aero/cabin-interior/canadas-westjet-launch-tray-table-clipon-portable-ife/
geekwire.com: http://www.geekwire.com/2012/skycast-lands-airline-customer-trayvu-inflight-entertainment-system/
Seattle Times: http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/businesstechnology/2018002585_skycast18.html
Mashable:
Ubergizmo:
APEX EXPO
Skycast Solutions APEX 11 Launch Media Coverage
Anne Taylor Communications
9/19/11
- CNET TrayVu In-flight Android with your peanuts: http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-20105430-1/trayvu-in-flight-android-with-your-peanuts/
- UberGizmo http://www.ubergizmo.com/2011/09/trayvu-ife-system/
- Geekwire: TrayVu doubles as an inflight entertainment system http://www.geekwire.com/2011/introducing-trayvu-airline-tray-doubles-inflight-entertainment-system
- MSNBC: In-flight entertainment in the tray table: http://overheadbin.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/09/14/7764918-in-flight-entertainment-in-the-tray-table
- FlightGlobal: Skycast reveals tray-table IFE system http://www.flightglobal.com/articles/2011/09/11/361844/interiors-skycast-reveals-tray-table-ifec-system.html
- Flight Global Video: Skycast Solutions reveals TrayVu: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OnAEUYtydc
- The Independent: How Airplane Seat Trays could soon double as televisions: http://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/how-airplane-seat-trays-could-soon-double-as-televisions-2357295.html
- The News Tribune: http://blog.thenewstribune.com/business/2011/09/14/former-tacoman-bill-boyer-jumps-back-into-the-inflight-entertainment-business/
- Seattle PI: http://blog.seattlepi.com/aerospace/2011/09/14/exhibits-show-how-we-could-sit-eat-and-be-entertained-in-the-air/
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Seattle, Washington USA
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FOR RELEASE: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2011 SKYCAST SOLUTIONS LAUNCHES
FIRST IN-TRAY INFLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM FOR AIRLINES
Weighing less than two pounds per seat, the TrayVu™ IFE system is a cutting edge, cost-effective alternative to expensive seat-back IFE systems SEATTLE – APEX 2011 --
September 13, 2011 – Skycast Solutions today unveiled the new TrayVu™ IFE system, the world’s firsts IFE system to be integrated into the tray table. TrayVu™ represents a true industry breakthrough. TrayVu™ was designed to enhance airline profits, while improving the onboard customer experience. “Airlines face tough conflicting pressures to lower costs, increase their ancillary revenues, without resorting to higher fees. Today’s tech-savvy passengers expect and deserve a better onboard experience,” said Bill Boyer, CEO of Skycast Solutions and inventor of the digEplayer. “The TrayVu™ IFE system was designed from the ground up to meet those challenges and expectations.”
Introducing TrayVu™ TrayVu™ represents a step-change approach for IFE. Features include:
• Only tray-integrated IFE system in the world (patents pending)
• Lightest seat-centric system available (less than 2lbs/seat)
• Fraction of the cost of seat-back systems
• Highly customizable Android platform
• Solid state tablet computer at each seat
• Faster and un-intrusive installation
• Easy maintenance: unit swaps with two screws and a plug
• No seat modifications necessary
With TrayVu™ Airlines and Customers Win
TrayVu ™ is more than a great idea. The TrayVu™ IFE System uses the latest technology to maximize media and marketing opportunities for airline partners. Airline customers benefit by TrayVu’s sleek design, simplicity, and user-friendliness including: • Touch screen key pad and easy tablet navigation • HD resolution on a 8.9” screen • No ‘head tapping’ issues • Wi-Fi compatibility • Flexible viewing angles • Premium and complimentary content including: ‘Still in theaters’ movies, TV shows, games, shopping, multiple passenger gaming, destination offers, and more. • Point of sale at every seat allows guest to “run-a-tabTM” and order food/drinks on-demand, as well as host other family members traveling anywhere in the aircraft. “We are out to make flying more enjoyable,” stated Greg Latimer, Skycast Solutions chief marketing officer. “By creating an IFE system that is both affordable and profitable, our goal is to bring cutting-edge inflight entertainment to millions more passengers.
About Skycast Solutions
Skycast Solutions was founded by Bill Boyer, inventor of the digEplayer, the world’s first portable IFE offering. Boyer and a team of aviation veterans are the developers of the new TrayVu™ inflight entertainment system, the world’s first IFE system integrated in the tray. The proprietary tray-table integration of TrayVu™ was designed from the ground-up to serve the needs of airlines seeking a lighter and more cost-effective alternative to traditional, heavy and expensive seat-back IFE systems. The TrayVu™ system incorporates a Samsung Galaxy tablet with an Android Honeycomb 3 platform and includes touch screen functionality, WI-FI compatibility, and a point of sale credit card reader at every seat. The Skycast Solutions TrayVu™ system is built for airlines seeking a low cost IFE option that will enhance their customer experience while generating significant ancillary revenue.
Let's Talk
Skycast Solutions is interested in long-term productive relationships with our airline partners. Lower your costs and multiply your onboard revenues with Skycast Solutions. Call us today at 1.855.487.2988 x 703 or email Bill Boyer or Greg Latmer