# 4K In-Flight Entertainment Systems Panasonic Avionics Astrov In-Flight Display is Arriving in 2025 By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-06-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-avionics-astrov References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/united-is-putting-4k-displays-and-bluetooth-on-its-planes-103520707.html?src=rss) & [panasonic.aero](https://www.panasonic.aero)  [United Airlines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-airlines-and-starlink) has announced a new deal with the [Panasonic Avionics Corporation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-avionics) to get the brand's Panasonic Avionics Astrov in-flight entertainment (IFE) system into select aircrafts in the coming years. The systems consists of seat back displays that have 4K OLED technology to deliver the sharpest image quality possible when compared to other alternatives on the market. The systems will even be able to provide high-fidelity 3D spatial audio to the passenger via Bluetooth. United Airlines will be installing nearly 300,000 of the Panasonic Avionics Astrov systems into select Boeing 787 and [Airbus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta-cabin-interiors) A321XLR aircrafts in its fleet, which will be completed in 2025. The IFE upgrades are expected to be part of a wider shift towards immersive aircraft entertainment systems to further elevate the passenger experience. Image Credit: Panasonic Avionics Corporation ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **4K OLED In-flight Entertainment:** The use of 4K OLED technology in in-flight entertainment systems presents an opportunity for companies to enhance the passenger experience. - **High-fidelity 3D Spatial Audio:** The use of high-fidelity 3D spatial audio in in-flight entertainment systems presents an opportunity for companies to offer a more immersive audio experience to passengers. - **Immersive Aircraft Entertainment:** The trend towards immersive aircraft entertainment systems presents an opportunity for companies to differentiate themselves and create a unique passenger experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Airlines:** Airlines can disrupt the in-flight entertainment industry by offering state-of-the-art systems that include 4K OLED technology and high-fidelity 3D spatial audio. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can disrupt the in-flight entertainment industry by designing and manufacturing cutting-edge systems that feature 4K OLED technology and high-fidelity 3D spatial audio. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can disrupt the in-flight entertainment industry by creating content specifically designed for 4K OLED in-flight entertainment systems with high-fidelity 3D spatial audio. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Airline Premium Display Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-avionics.md) - [Elevated Aircraft Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-aircraft-interior.md) - [Satellite-Powered In-Flight WiFi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-airlines-and-starlink.md) - [Advanced Digital Flight Communications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boeing-and-united-airlines.md) - [Speaker-Equipped Airplane Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safran-seats-and-devialet.md) - [Personalized In-Flight Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-airlines-kinective-media.md) - [Elevated Airline Seating Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta-cabin-interiors.md) - [Innovative Smart Cockpit Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-cockpit.md) - [In-Flight Entertainment Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta-airlines.md)