getting closer to what I read...I can`t find the exact article I read....but there is a hint in this one...
``Mass charging of batteries will be performed off the aircraft in Panasonic-developed multi-unit charging/loading bays. In addition, PMP is designed also to run on in-seat power, which will charge partially depleted batteries.``
``Content will be secured in several ways, including encryption of the hard-drive contents. “Security of the PMPs themselves is a hot topic,” says Bruner. “We have methods in development and we hope to be able to say more about them soon.”
They`re copying us...that is why I remember the detail of the batteries being capable of being removed or left in place.....when hooked to the low voltage in seat system.
http://www.shephard.co.uk/Inflight/default.aspx?Action=-1000945703&ID=2fc95ec9-39d4-44fa-b0cd-9328e0c4a495
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