Sony teams up with Spanish airline Vueling to create the world's first wearable boarding pass. Vueling, which provides flights around Europe, will soon begin accepting digital boarding passes that will pop up on the Sony SmartWatch 2, which was released last year.
This means passengers don't have to panic if they forgot to print a paper boarding card or download an electronic version onto their smartphone or tablet.
The Sony SmartWatch 2 digital boarding pass app uses a 2D barcode to put all pertinent flight information including destination, departure time, boarding time and gate on your wrist.
This new venture from Sony and Vueling forms the latest addition to the Sony SmartWatch 2's growing collection of apps. The app will be available on the Google Play store within weeks.
Wristwatch Boarding Passes
The Sony SmartWatch 2 Can Function as a Wearable Boarding Pass
Trend Themes
1. Wearable Boarding Passes - The use of smartwatches as digital boarding passes provides a convenient and paperless solution for travelers.
2. Integration of 2D Barcodes - The use of 2D barcodes on smartwatches opens up possibilities for quick and easy access to important information.
3. Expansion of Smartwatch Apps - The development of new apps for smartwatches increases their functionality and usefulness for everyday tasks.
Industry Implications
1. Airline Industry - Airlines can adopt the use of wearable boarding passes to enhance the customer experience and streamline the boarding process.
2. Technology Industry - Companies in the technology industry can further explore the integration of smartwatches and other wearable devices for innovative solutions.
3. Mobile Application Development - Developers can create new and innovative applications for smartwatches, expanding the possibilities for their use.