Aloft Debuts Voice Controlled Rooms For Guests
Aloft Hotels unveiled voice activated rooms using iPads and a custom Aloft app to control temperature lighting and more with Siri and HomeKit as part of Project Jetson. The Boston Seaport and Santa Clara hotels currently feature the tech and guest welcome tutorials emphasize using Hey Siri for tasks.
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Solar, biofuel edge into air travel but jet power stays rare
Solar power unlikely to power commercial jets soon as no electrically powered jet engines exist and current solar airplanes rely on electric motors with solar panels. Biofuels are portrayed as the more probable renewable path as costs fall, expanding use. jet fuels are tested for safety with biodiesel concerns noted but not expected to hinder adoption.
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Travel hacks fail and TSA PreCheck misuses exposed
Travelers chase shortcuts, but experts say most hacks do not work and may backfire. TSA PreCheck cannot be gained by sharing a Known Traveler Number, while legitimate tips stress booking timing, direct hotel calls, and vetted pricing sites to save money without breaking rules.
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