Say goodbye to neck pillows. We tried out Emirates' new headrest, and it's a game changer.

• Emirates unveiled a new headrest at the Farnborough Airshow.
• Business Insider’s aviation reporters got to try it out on board an Airbus A350.
• It’s refreshing to see an airline invest in perks for economy passengers.

The economy cabin is full of perks that bring it a step ahead of other airlines.

It could be a game changer for Emirates, and other airlines might follow suit.

Emirates’ business model relies on a hub-and-spoke route network. This means transporting passengers from around the world to its hub in Dubai, then connecting them to their destinations on another flight.

So, it’s all about long-haul flights. And if you’re about to spend hours in an economy seat, small upgrades in comfort could be important when choosing which airline to fly with.

The Iran War has led to a drop in passenger demand as some customers look for direct flights to avoid a layover in the Gulf.

Emirates also competes with other Middle Eastern airlines that operate similar networks.

While they all have elite business-class suites, the U-Dream gives Emirates a leg up on the competition for economy.