# Luxurious Airplane Seats The Panasonic Waterfront Seat Includes a 4K TV and App Capability By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-04-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-airplane-seat References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2016/04/07/panasonics-airline-seat-puts-you-in-a-high-tech-cocoon/) & [panasonicces2016](http://panasonicces2016.com/) [Panasonic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/z95a) has introduced an incredibly high-tech and luxurious airplane seat, dubbed 'Waterfront', that is quite possibly the most high-tech airplane seat you'll ever see. Created as part of a collaboration with B/E Aerospace, Formation Design Group and Teague, the Panasonic Waterfront airplane seat can be used in conjunction with a smartphone app that allows you to set up music and video playlists. Any videos that you choose can be displayed on a magnificent 24-inch 4K TV, the first example of an Ultra HD in-flight entertainment system. The airplane seat is also equipped with fully wireless phone charging capability as well as universal power and an HDMI output. This airplane seat will surely appeal to [luxury travelers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnifica-air) looking to enjoy a totally different degree of comfort in the skies. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ultra-hd In-flight Entertainment System:** A disruptive innovation opportunity for the aviation industry to invest and upgrade the on-board entertainment system, as customers demand a better travel experience. - **Wireless Charging Capability:** A disruptive innovation opportunity for electronic companies to further develop wireless charging technology that will transform the way we charge our devices, including smartphones, laptops, and headphones. - **Smartphone App Integration:** A disruptive innovation opportunity for app developers to design customized apps that can enhance the comfort of travelers during air travel, including personalized video and music playlists. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Aviation Industry:** The aviation industry can capitalize on the Ultra-HD In-Flight Entertainment trend and offer a premium experience to customers that want to enjoy their flight with the highest quality entertainment. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** The Consumer Electronics industry can invest in developing wireless charging technology that meets the increasing demand for portable device chargers that are affordable, fast and efficient. - **App Development Industry:** The app development industry can create travel apps that integrate with the on-board entertainment systems and give passengers the option to personalize their in-flight entertainment experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Airline Premium Display Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-avionics.md) - [Capacious Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capacious-airline-seats.md) - [Relaxing Airplane Seat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tranquil-airlines-seating-technology.md) - [Speaker-Equipped Airplane Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safran-seats-and-devialet.md) - [Elevated Aircraft Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-aircraft-interior.md) - [Double Bed Airline Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japan-airlines-2.md) - [Airline-Inspired Bespoke Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airline-seat-specification.md) - [3D-Knit Airplane Seat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aircraft-seat-concept.md) - [Opulent Hotel-Like Jumbo Jets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lufthansa-technik-explorer.md)