Airvod and TriaGnoSys announce dynamic partnership to enable Seatcentric cabin networks

Airvod Entertainment and TriaGnoSys have today launched an exciting partnership to provide aspects of the wireless distribution of Inflight Entertainment (IFE) content to seat-back screens and passengers’ own smartphones, tablets and laptops, as well as inflight connectivity for live updates.
 
Airvod’s SEATCENTRIC® solution provides each passenger with self-contained entertainment and communications centre at each seat.  TriaGnoSys’ AeroBTS+ will collaborate on aspects of the airborne network to enable the wireless distribution of content, and inflight connectivity that will be incorporated into SEATCENTRIC® system. This dynamic collaboration means airlines will be able to provide updates during flights.
 
Speaking about the new partnership, CEO of Airvod Entertainment, Terry Bonar said, “We are delighted to announce this partnership with TriaGnoSys.
 
“TriaGnoSys offers Airvod a new dimension in terms of capability and progression of our operations in this area and we are very excited about exploring all avenues in this relationship. It is especially important for us as it ensure that Airvod growing customer base can be guaranteed improved connectivity services and have a future proofed system.
 
“Airvod continues to expand and this deal will ensure we can increase our investment in R&D and expand the company’s global reach,” said Bonar.
Axel Jahn, Managing Director of TriaGnoSys, said: “By working together, TriaGnoSys and Airvod are making IFE simpler for airlines in two key ways. Uploading of content is much more efficient, which saves time. And there are considerable weight savings – wireless is the future. By eliminating cabling and complex networks we reduce the weight of a twin aisle aircraft by over a tonne.
 
“Passengers also benefit because they have the choice of using the seat-back screen or their own devices, as well as live content updates. And because we are using the latest Wi-Fi technology – 802.11n – performance is the same as a wired system.”
 
ABOUT AIRVOD Entertainment Ltd
 
AIRVOD Entertainment Ltd is a privately owned Irish company with over 40 employees in Ireland, India, and Thailand. AIRVOD Entertainment Ltd also has ground operations in Australia, Montreal and throughout Europe to support its growing customer base.
 
AIRVOD Entertainment Ltd invests a significant amount of resources into research and development and is the first company in the world to utilise Toshiba 128 GB eMMC memory chip, allowing the storage of large amounts of data in a significantly more compact device. Approximately 300 movies can be stored on a chip the size of a common postage stamp.
 
AIRVOD Entertainment Ltd is also the first company in the world to use the 5.8 GHz frequency for its wireless networks, replacing the industry standard 2.4 GHz, meaning AIRVOD devices and services can operate without interference from personal electronic devices on board.
 
All AIRVOD Entertainment devices employ Projective Capacitive Active Touch Screen (PACT) technology enabling a seamless lag-free user experience and utilise the Controller Area Network (CAN) Bus interface system to provide BITE and real-time analytical data.
 
AIRVOD provides a variety of on demand entertainment solutions for Airlines around the world including commercial, regional and private. AIRVOD is revolutionizing the world of onboard entertainment and how it can deliver it cheaper, faster and more reliably than any of its competitors.
 
About TriaGnoSys
 
TriaGnoSys is the expert in mobile communication, information and media, enabling communications and information transfer to and from air, land and sea.
 
TriaGnoSys solutions employ satellite, air to ground and other radio links, to connect communication networks through its cutting-edge mobility routers.
 
Our innovative products for GSM and compression deliver low-cost and efficient data communication. We also deliver tailored industry solutions through strategic partnerships with OEMs, system integrators and service providers.
 
TriaGnoSys Research and Development focuses on a broad range of mobile communication fields, including mobile end-to-end solutions, wireless In-flight Entertainment (IFE), next generation satellite connectivity and cabin/cockpit communication, as well as combined navigation and communications technologies.

Source: Airvod