Is this surprising? The A380 uses nearly 50% more fuel per seat than a 787/A350. That's when its full! Then you have to fill it up too - and it doesn't go as far. It's just silly. Sure its innovative but that's not economical.
> I am asking the community because I think there is a larger "scam" going on with the network providers in which they don't want us to pay off our devices.
They're awful successful & have delivered on PR & hype in the past. It's always clear when its a concept (such as the hydrogen powered vehicles) or whether its for a consumer rollout.