Heathrow Airport rolls out driverless pod taxis

Two years ago you may have heard that Heathrow Airport planned to roll out driver-less pod taxis, at the time the idea seemed a bit far fetched and it sounded more like something out of a science fiction movie. However Heathrow Airport are now rolling out these driverless pod taxis.

These new pods are called the ULTra Personal Pod cars, and they can transport four passengers and their luggage at a time. They run on their own road network and are capable of speeds up to 25mph. They are powered by batteries which means they are more environmentally friendly than the current coaches Heathrow use Read more

Apple iPhone TV advert banned

The UK’s advertising watchdog have banned a TV advert for Apple’s iPhone saying that they have over-hyped the internet capabilities of the smart phone and mislead consumers.

The Advert that showed the iPhone looking through the internet, with images zooming in and out, in one shot it shows a weather forecast for Cape Town then a map how to get to Heathrow airport, the stylish transition looking truly amazing and a iPhone voiceover on the advert saying “You never know which part of the internet you’ll need … which is why all the parts of the internet are on the iPhone,”
There were only two complaints received by the Advertising standards Authority both claiming that the advert was misleading as the iPhone does not support Java or Flash, which are both vital for many web pages to be viewed correctly.

The iPhone can offer access to all internet websites; the advert was to highlight how other handsets that offer lower-level access to WAP cannot match the iPhone at present. Apple reported.

Apple said that the web browser the iPhone uses, Safari, was built to open internet standards. Flash and Java technology were not open source, said Apple, adding that it could not ensure compatibility with “every third-party technology in the marketplace”.

The U.S. computer giant said that none of the content in the ad was Java or Flash-based and that the line “all parts of the internet” meant website availability, “not every aspect of functionality”.

Clearcast, the advertising pre-vetting service said they had given the go-ahead for the advert after demonstration and the advertiser’s assurances.

Although the ASA said that claims made by Apple implied that “users would be able to access all websites and see them in their entirety”.

It was concluded by the ASA that “the ad gave a misleading impression of the internet capabilities of the iPhone” and that the advert had not explained the limitations of the iPhone.

The TV advert must not be broadcast again in the same form the ASA ordered.

Source: guardian

Playstation 3 Owner Asks: What should I do with my Xbox 360?

One of the authors on PS3 Daily who obviously owns a Playstation 3 has asked an interesting question about the Xbox 360.

They owned an Xbox 360 before the PS3, now it sits collecting dust so they have a few ideas what to do with it but want your help deciding.

They said “The 360 was good and the online gaming was awesome but things started to go from bad to worse, the fans within were so loud I thought I was at Heathrow Airport, so I went and bought a fan cooler, yep you got it; nothing happened.

I then got the crap red ring of death (RROD), now not one to bore all you PS3 fans with the 360 problems I spoke to my cousins and of course many friends, they all said the same go and get a PS3”.

Have a read of the article on PS3 Daily and let them know what you think should happen to their Xbox 360, remember this is not playing one console against another its just an interesting position they are in.

Naomi Campbell Arrested For Police Assault

It has been reported that Naomi Campbell has been arrested for allegedly assaulting a police officer by spitting in his face after she was handcuffed as she left the aircraft at London’s Heathrow Airport.

It’s said that she had to be escorted from a British Airways plane on Thursday afternoon after being abusive and aggressive to staff.

A Heathrow spokeswoman said that “We can confirm that a passenger was removed by police from a BA flight this afternoon“.

Do you think that Naomi has a bad temper?

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Heathrow Security Breach: police carry out controlled explosion on northern runway

A man managed to breach Heathrow Airport security and run into the path of an aircraft, the man had a rucksack on his person. The man who jumped the fence to get onto the northern runway was tackled by armed officers.

A controlled explosion was carried out on the rucksack, however no bomb was found. The northern runway is being partially used, while the Southern runway is in full use. A spokesperson for British Airways has said that

A man with a rucksack has run into the path of an aircraft at Heathrow Airport - sparking a major security alert. He jumped the perimeter fence shortly after 2pm and was tackled by armed officers on the northern runway. “Flights will obviously be disrupted due to the closure of the runway.

Police will now want to question the man, and the first question will be what he was doing there. However the question I would like to know is “how did he breach security.” This is now the second time in only a few weeks that people have managed to breach Heathrow Airport security.

Source - Sky News

Protesters climb Parliament Roof: Campaigners against Heathrow expansion

Protesters have climbed on top of the Houses of Parliament roof, the Campaigners “Climate action group, Plane Stupid” are protesting against the expansion of London’s Heathrow Airport. Just the other day Read more

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Security breached at Heathrow Airport: Greenpeace campaigners climb on Boeing 777

After all the terrorist attacks in the world you would think that Heathrow, the world’s busiest airport would have tight security. Well think again as security has been breached at Read more

UK Ban Lifted for Snoop Dog

It has been claimed by Snoop Dog that his ban from the UK has ended and that he will be coming for a visit soon. He was arrested on suspicion of violent disorder and affray at Heathrow Airport in 2006.

Whilst having an interview on Larry King Live, he said Read more

Heathrow Boeing 777 crash caused by Loss of power: Pilot had 30 seconds

The crash of the Boeing 777 at London’s Heathrow airport yesterday has got many people asking the question as to what caused the crash. A number of reports also claim that the pilot only has 30 seconds to save the lives of his passengers and Read more

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British Airways plane misses runway at London’s Heathrow Airport

There are reports that a British Airways flight from China had to make an emergency landing at London’s Heathrow Airport. The plane missed the runway at the Read more

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UPDATE: Two Planes Collide At Heathrow

Last night we reported that two planes had collided while taxiing at Heathrow Airport. Both aeroplanes suffered damage but thankfully there were no injuries to the passengers. Today, a spokesman for BA has spoken about the incident on flight BA011, calling it a “minor collision”. Read more

Planes Collide At Heathrow Airport

Two aeroplanes have collided with one another on a runway at Heathrow Airport. The British Airways Boeing 747 and SriLankan Airlines A340 plane crashed while taxiing at the airport. Reports so far have claimed that no one was injured in the crash but both planes have been damaged. The Sri Lankan Airlines plane has suffered damage to its wing with the BA Boeing 747′S engine falling off. Read more

Airport Queues To Be A Thing Of The Past With New Machines

New airport X-ray screening machines have been introduced at major UK airports and could pave the way for a relaxation in hand-luggage regulations. The machines, produced by the Smiths Group, incorporate an Advanced Threat Identification X-ray facility which will be able to automatically detect explosives and liquid. The system provides more clear images of bag contents. Read more

David Beckham Rushes To His Seriously Ill Father’s Side

David Beckham is flying home from the United States to be with his father, who is seriously ill in hospital. Ted Beckham, who is in his late 50s, has suffered a heart attack. Ted was taken to Whipps Cross Hospital, in Read more

Campaign Stepped Up To Catch Lindsay’s Killer In Japan

Wanted: Tatsuya Ichihashi

The family of British teacher Lindsay Hawker who was murdered in Japan have launched a new campaign to catch her killer.

The prime suspect in this murder Tatsuya Ichihashi is still Read more

Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy Flight Sale: Did you book yours?

On the 12th September Virgin Atlantic put their Premium Economy Flights on sale which finishes today Friday 14th. Did you manage to book your cheaper flight on Read more

David and Victoria Beckham and Boys Leave Heathrow Airport For L.A.

Ready or not America here they come!
David and Victoria Beckham and their three children Brooklyn, Romeo, and Cruz, are on their way to L.A.
They all left Heathrow Airport today and were surrounded by the paparazzi.

So suppose that’s because you do not really see many photos of them together as a family.

As soon as David arrives he will be getting ready to play Read more