We've all been there – you board the plane, all prepared to settle back and watch some movies on your phone for the trip, but you just can't seem to find a comfortable position.

With the phone in your hand, you can't really relax on your seat, but the phone also can't rest on the fold-out table without falling.

If this sounds like you, you're about to be blown away by this amazing new hack that a travel influencer shared.

Tully Smyth, one of the most infamous housemates in Big Brother Australia’s history, just shared a 'genius' travel hack that will make our lives easier during flights.

This hack, shared on TikTok, is a game changer for in-flight entertainment. Credit: TikTok/@katamogz. ​

The 34-year-old celebrity filmed her boyfriend, Daniel Parisi, using a sick bag to hold up his phone during the flight so he could watch a sports game without having to use his hands.

Here's how it works: Take the cover off the back of your phone and slide the sick bag's bottom part in between the case and the phone.

Once it's fully secure between the phone and the case, open the fold-out tray and put the other half of the bag in it, locking it in place with the lock.

And that's all there is to it! You are free to kick back and relax while watching whatever you please without having to worry about your phone falling. Many planes now offer free wifi so you can catch up on your favourite Netflix shows with ease.

Several users on social media have been loving the 'genius' idea, with some of them even commenting that instead of the sick bag, they often use a tissue or the food menu on the flight.

'Why didn't we know about this…' one user wrote in the comments, with a second one adding, 'I am an air hostess myself and let me tell you, I will be using this!'

Meanwhile, a parent also commented on the video, saying that the hack is perfect for babies and children to keep them entertained on flights.

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Aside from watching movies on your phone, here are some activities that can be done to stave off boredom on long-haul flights:

• Bring some magazines or a book, or if you read quickly, load up your e-reader with your favourite books so you have plenty of entertainment for the duration of your trip.
• Bring a sketchbook and some pencils and get in touch with your creative side. You can pass the time by drawing a picture of a fellow passenger or just doodling. This is a great way for the grandkids to have fun, too!
• If you want to listen to your own music on the plane, put your favourite songs and albums on your phone and make sure it's fully charged before you go.
• If you're on your way home from a trip, sitting in an aeroplane for a long time can give you the chance to write down all your thoughts and experiences from the trip while they're still fresh in your mind.
• Sitting still for long periods of time is hard enough, but it also hurts your body. Every few hours, do some simple stretches like rotating your neck and stretching your arms and legs. This will help your muscles feel less tight after the flight.
• Talk to other people on the plane. Once you start talking to your fellow travellers, you might be surprised by what you learn about them. You will meet people from all walks of life, including those going on vacation, going to see family, or moving to a new place.

So what do you think, folks? Do you have other forms of in-flight entertainment that we might not have mentioned on the list? Share them with us in the comments!

 

[Pommyoz]

Wouldn't work for me, screen too small. I do crosswords, read, colouring, diamond painting and walk around the plane often.

 

[Ricci]

Don't think the back comes off my phone.