Project X Sounds Amazing

[Renysmom]

Once again Pete and the gang go above and beyond!!!

Can't wait to play with it on the way to WDW and the port next Friday :goodvibes

[cyberbox2]

Wow that was quick, you don't miss a beat do you Renysmom:lmao:

Now I'm trying to find time to listen before lunch!

[Renysmom]

Wow that was quick, you don't miss a beat do you Renysmom:lmao:

Now I'm trying to find time to listen before lunch!

FB told me it was up so I am listening at work :)

[rotlex]

Doh! At work, left before the show was up, and can't listen here. Someone has to spill the beans on Project X or I'm going to go insane by 5pm! :lmao:

[Renysmom]

Doh! At work, left before the show was up, and can't listen here. Someone has to spill the beans on Project X or I'm going to go insane by 5pm! :lmao:

What's it worth to you?? ;)

[cap'njack.]

Awww man! I'm gonna have to wait until late tonight when it finally appears on the UK iTunes before I can find out...think I'm going to go mad waiting for it.

[rotlex]

What's it worth to you?? ;)

Hehe, I think\hope I can wait until I get home tonight at least! If I get home, and my internet connection is down, I'll get back to you! ;)

[chirurgeon]

My big question on Project X, is will it work on my iPod Touch?

Kim

[katscradle]

YAY!
I am so excited about this!
I have it marked on my calender for the day it comes out.
I don't think $5.99 is too much to pay for the app.
:woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::dance3::dance3:

[Annette_VA]

My big question on Project X, is will it work on my iPod Touch?

Kim

They said it will work, but it won't be fully functional, since it requires GPS

[katscradle]

My big question on Project X, is will it work on my iPod Touch?

Kim


Yes it will work with your ipod touch.

[cap'njack.]

I don't think $5.99 is too much to pay for the app.


Haven't managed to listen to the show but this does seem like a lot for an app...will be the most I have spent on any one app since having my iPhone.

[Renysmom]

So far only Pete and Company has convinced me to spend $5.99 on an app sight unseen and with no reviews in the iTunes store.

[wdwfreeksince88]

Now if they would make it for the Blackberry!!!

[Cyrano]

Haven't managed to listen to the show but this does seem like a lot for an app...will be the most I have spent on any one app since having my iPhone.

When you see the app I think you will see why it is not a 59p job. :)

[spaddy]

My big question on Project X, is will it work on my iPod Touch?

Kim

It will work. You can use the app at home for trip planning and such. If you ever use your Touch for the DIS the app is worth it for that alone.

I love the idea of being able to find a restroom in WDW that is closest to me without having to get out the map. That always seems very difficult for me.:rotfl:

[Becx N Gav]

When you see the app I think you will see why it is not a 59p job. :)

::yes::

[k5jmh]

They said it will work, but it won't be fully functional, since it requires GPS

The is what you use to get full function on an IPOD touch.

This will allow you to use your blackberry or USB aircard to provide a Wifi Hotspot for your IPOD touch. The blackberry or Aircard will provide the GPS coordinates for the IPOD touch so that you will have full GPS Functionality.

This little Wifi router will charge a blackberry and runs on a large internal battery.

Cradlepoint PHS300

http://base1.googlehosted.com/base_media?q=FroogleCatalog_CNETI651942.jpg&size=4&dhm=6b317b46&hl=en

[cocowum]

Haven't managed to listen to the show but this does seem like a lot for an app...will be the most I have spent on any one app since having my iPhone.

When you see the app I think you will see why it is not a 59p job. :)

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

[scoot241]

Just listened to the first part of the podcast so I could get the info. Sounds like a ton of work went into this app and I can understand the desire for a return on all the effort.

I do have to disagree on one point: the wait times app I used the last time I was at WDW was pretty accurate even though it used crowdsourcing. The one I used in September, called WDW Wait Times, was accurate within 5 minutes or so every time I used it. With as large of a user base that E-Ticket potentially will have just from the DIS, I could see it being an excellent addition to the app.

One other question: is the "skin" for DISBoards in the app different from the "DISCreet - Mobile" skin you can select at the bottom of the page? That theme really helps me when I'm on DIS from my iPhone, but doesn't work when a forum is sponsored and has its own skin.

[AnneR]

I am really hoping the release date holds. I leave on the 30th. This would be so cool to have on this trip.

I knew there was a reason I was being so miserly with my $25 itunes gift card.

[Disneybridein2k3]

Haven't managed to listen to the show but this does seem like a lot for an app...will be the most I have spent on any one app since having my iPhone.
I will offer this opinion, take it for what it is worth. I purchased the Disney UPinPoint apps just about a year ago and used them in February 2009 in the parks. They were 99 cents for each park - I bought all 4 for WDW - and found them to be useless. "The other guy" didn't have the options for the actual planning piece which is one of the things I am most excited about with this app. Of course, I am an OCD Disney planner :goodvibes And of course, the other app didn't link up to The Dis or their reviews (including restaurant reviews). In the end, the cost for this exciting new app is negligible and IMO, completely worth it!

[alebisi]

sound so cool project x! I was thinking months before that I have to update or my cellphone (to an iphone) or my ipod (ipod touch), so any of them I'll definitely buy the application!
Thanks Pete, Corey, and everyone that worked on this, this can be also a disney fix for the ones that live far way from WDW and can plan their trip! Thanks again:):cool1:

[rotlex]

Just listened to the podcast on my way to work. I must say, this sounds very very nice, and I'll probably buy a copy just for the easier boards access. (Been wondering for some time why they never had a "mobile access" version of the site here).

The only thing I'm a little concerned over is the price. That's a bit steep, IMO of course, considering the average app out there is .99 to 2.99. (More concerned over the average app store user scoffing at the price).

Either way, I'm sold, mainly because I love this site, and all the podcast crew so much! :goodvibes With that said, free updates for life makes this a deal, again, IMO, and just another reason I think you guys are the best!

[The Scotts]

I'm still a bit unsure after to listening to the podcast, is this app going to be useful to people that are already very familiar with the parks? Or is it being aimed with the unversed 'tourist' in mind?

It sounds very impressive for a first time park visitor, but I'm just trying to work out what it this app does for the more experienced park 'guest' (most of the people on these boards)

[Renysmom]

I am really hoping the release date holds. I leave on the 30th. This would be so cool to have on this trip.

I knew there was a reason I was being so miserly with my $25 itunes gift card.

Me too.. What fun I could have playing with it while I drive down.

[scoot241]

Just listened to the podcast on my way to work. I must say, this sounds very very nice, and I'll probably buy a copy just for the easier boards access. (Been wondering for some time why they never had a "mobile access" version of the site here).

They do. Scroll to the bottom left of any page on the forum. There's a drop-down box on the left and you can choose the "DIScreet - Mobile" style, which strips all the avatars and signatures out and has a very basic look. The only problem is it doesn't work if a forum is sponsored (i.e. Theme Parks has the TGM style).

[rotlex]

They do. Scroll to the bottom left of any page on the forum. There's a drop-down box on the left and you can choose the "DIScreet - Mobile" style, which strips all the avatars and signatures out and has a very basic look. The only problem is it doesn't work if a forum is sponsored (i.e. Theme Parks has the TGM style).

Thanks for that tip! Never noticed that before! :)

[wdwowner]

I thought the goal of going on vacation was to escape life for a few days.

Why do I want to sit and stare at a phone all trip just so I can find out where a bathroom is?

This may be handy for once in a few years visitors but experienced traveler already know their way around WDW.

Just another app that duplicates a web site and web pages that can be accessed with a browser.

[drakethib]

I thought the goal of going on vacation was to escape life for a few days.

Why do I want to sit and stare at a phone all trip just so I can find out where a bathroom is?

This may be handy for once in a few years visitors but experienced traveler already know their way around WDW.

Just another app that duplicates a web site and web pages that can be accessed with a browser.


Man, who licked the red off of your candy cane? :confused3

[MenashaCorp]

I thought the goal of going on vacation was to escape life for a few days.

Why do I want to sit and stare at a phone all trip just so I can find out where a bathroom is?

This may be handy for once in a few years visitors but experienced traveler already know their way around WDW.

Just another app that duplicates a web site and web pages that can be accessed with a browser.

Not to quibble, but I hate using Safari with the website. Their idea of using this app to also streamline access to the DIS is of value to me, if not everyone. :)

[spaddy]

Man, who licked the red off of your candy cane? :confused3

:rotfl:

I have never heard that one before. Thanks, I am having a bad day and need a little giggle.

[tickledtink33]

I thought the goal of going on vacation was to escape life for a few days.

Why do I want to sit and stare at a phone all trip just so I can find out where a bathroom is?

This may be handy for once in a few years visitors but experienced traveler already know their way around WDW.

Just another app that duplicates a web site and web pages that can be accessed with a browser.

Nothing makes you happy :sad2:

[DisneyKevin]

I posted this on another thread....but I think it fits here as well.

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I guess I'm confused by this thread.

If you want an iphone, you need to do what is necessary to get an iphone It's that simple.

Are there hurdles like price, the monthly bill, coverage areas...sure, but hurdles exist with everything. Jump the hurdles or dont. It's really a persoanl choice.

If you dont want an iphone. Dont get one. Again...it's that simple.

No one will judge you for not having an iphone. We will never know you dont have one unless you tell us. No one needs to know the reason you dont want, need or have an iphone. It's a personal choice and if it's the right choice for you....hurray.

The Dis has made a business decision to offer an iphone app that we think is pretty killer.

If you think this is something useful or fun to you....buy it. It's that simple.

If you dont think it's for you.....or you dont have an iphone for whatever reason. Dont buy it. Again it's that simple

John and I live in a modest house. We have found a house that we love. It's completely out of our price range. For us to buy this house, we would need to sell everything we own and eat ramen noodles for eternity. We would not be able to afford gas to go to the store.

The community in which the house is located has a monthly owner's association meeting.

Do you think I would get a positive reaction if I went to each and every meeting and spoke about feeling left out because other people lived in the community and I didnt? Or discussed all of the reasons why I thought living in that community was a bad idea? Or attended the meetings and explained why I chose not to move to that community?

It's a phone for goodness sake. It's not life support.

[aspen37]

I thought the goal of going on vacation was to escape life for a few days.

Why do I want to sit and stare at a phone all trip just so I can find out where a bathroom is?

This may be handy for once in a few years visitors but experienced traveler already know their way around WDW.

Just another app that duplicates a web site and web pages that can be accessed with a browser.

So, don't bring your phone and don't use the app! :sad2:

[rotlex]

Not to quibble, but I hate using Safari with the website. Their idea of using this app to also streamline access to the DIS is of value to me, if not everyone. :)

I know I posted this earlier, but these are my feelings as well. (Regarding Safari, on the iPhone, and, well, actually a lot of web sites).

I'll wait for some initial reviews, but just having an app that will allow me to access this site, the boards etc. in a more efficient manner while using my iPhone is probalbly enough to sell me on it. :goodvibes

[stitchlover]

I keep holding off on purchasing the Toy Story Mania application for my iPhone because I think it's too expensive. BUT I will be ready to download this new application from the disboards the day its released. I consider myself a pretty knowledge person and the layouts of the parks, etc. but I'm excited to see this application. Maybe I'll break down and buy the TSM for the iPhone at the same time!

[mark2311]

So does this app use the gps chip only on the iphone or does it need the mobile data? Dont want to get landed with large data roaming charges if I do go for it

[PrincessBetsy]

I keep holding off on purchasing the Toy Story Mania application for my iPhone because I think it's too expensive. BUT I will be ready to download this new application from the disboards the day its released. I consider myself a pretty knowledge person and the layouts of the parks, etc. but I'm excited to see this application. Maybe I'll break down and buy the TSM for the iPhone at the same time!

Do it, buy TSM!! It is a lot of fun :goodvibes

Project X sounds awesome!! I can't wait for it to come out and I will definitely buy it the day it comes out!! Thanks everyone for putting so much work into this!

[spaddy]

So does this app use the gps chip only on the iphone or does it need the mobile data? Dont want to get landed with large data roaming charges if I do go for it

I am pretty sure it uses mobile data. There is a lot more information in the app. I would more than you would want downloaded to your iphone.

[scoot241]

So does this app use the gps chip only on the iphone or does it need the mobile data? Dont want to get landed with large data roaming charges if I do go for it

I'm 99% sure it uses data as it was mentioned that it uses Google Maps for satellite images. The satellite images are downloaded to your phone as needed. It probably also accesses the restaurant reviews and other things over the data.

[k5jmh]

I posted this on another thread....but I think it fits here as well.

************************************************** ********

I guess I'm confused by this thread.

If you want an iphone, you need to do what is necessary to get an iphone It's that simple.

Are there hurdles like price, the monthly bill, coverage areas...sure, but hurdles exist with everything. Jump the hurdles or dont. It's really a persoanl choice.

If you dont want an iphone. Dont get one. Again...it's that simple.

No one will judge you for not having an iphone. We will never know you dont have one unless you tell us. No one needs to know the reason you dont want, need or have an iphone. It's a personal choice and if it's the right choice for you....hurray.

The Dis has made a business decision to offer an iphone app that we think is pretty killer.

If you think this is something useful or fun to you....buy it. It's that simple.

If you dont think it's for you.....or you dont have an iphone for whatever reason. Dont buy it. Again it's that simple

John and I live in a modest house. We have found a house that we love. It's completely out of our price range. For us to buy this house, we would need to sell everything we own and eat ramen noodles for eternity. We would not be able to afford gas to go to the store.

The community in which the house is located has a monthly owner's association meeting.

Do you think I would get a positive reaction if I went to each and every meeting and spoke about feeling left out because other people lived in the community and I didnt? Or discussed all of the reasons why I thought living in that community was a bad idea? Or attended the meetings and explained why I chose not to move to that community?

It's a phone for goodness sake. It's not life support.


Well said, Kevin :thumbsup2:thumbsup2

It works on an Itouch. So you have 2 options. Not that much is lost by having an Itouch.

[Kimberle]

Can I ask a really stupid question? I don't have an iphone. It it a one time price of $5.99 or is that a monthly fee? (I don't know anything about "apps".)

[Annette_VA]

Can I ask a really stupid question? I don't have an iphone. It it a one time price of $5.99 or is that a monthly fee? (I don't know anything about "apps".)

One time

[apurplebrat]

I just bought an iphone this month. I love it I can't wait for the new app to come out. It sounds great!! :cool1:

[satorifound]

So when is it coming out? We leave in 10 days, does it come out before then?

[k5jmh]

Bumping, just because Project X is going to be awesome!!

[katscradle]

I thought the goal of going on vacation was to escape life for a few days.

Why do I want to sit and stare at a phone all trip just so I can find out where a bathroom is?

This may be handy for once in a few years visitors but experienced traveler already know their way around WDW.

Just another app that duplicates a web site and web pages that can be accessed with a browser.

Could you go somewhere and get a life!
I don't want your negativity here.:rolleyes1:rolleyes1

[HLAuburn]

Where can I read more specifics about what the app is going to do?

Thanks!

[two-foxes]

We are fairly experienced WDW visitors, and I will still be buying this app. Sounds great!!! Although I have had some serious frustrations with my iPhone being able to perform its basic function as a phone sometimes, it is the apps that have me hooked!

And to wdwowner aka Debbie Downer, one question, "WHY????"! I hardly have time to visit the boards anymore, but when I do, I seem to always come across a negative post from you! Not cool...or neccessary!:banana:

[WebmasterJohn]

We are fairly experienced WDW visitors, and I will still be buying this app. Sounds great!!! Although I have had some serious frustrations with my iPhone being able to perform its basic function as a phone sometimes, it is the apps that have me hooked!

This is my biggest problem with the iPhone - I love the apps but hate the phone. Kevin and the rest of the team don't seem to have the same problems I do so I thought I just got a 'bad one'.

I hate to carry two devices but I think I need a 'regular' cell phone.....

[Disneybridein2k3]

Where can I read more specifics about what the app is going to do? Thanks!
Since the app isn't set to be released until 10/29/09, it isn't on iTunes yet. But you can listen to the 10/21/09 show which can be downloaded http://www.wdwinfo.com/disney-podcast/ where Pete discussed details of the app.
Some of the features I recall hearing are:
-fully functional GPS capabilities based on Google maps
-I can't remember if Corey said 2500 or 2700 POIs with pics all linked to the DIS
-mobile version of the Dis
-plan your itinerary - save your flight and hotel info
-choose your custom poi's and then add the specific POI's to each date (for instance, if you schedule Monday as your Animal Kingdom Day, yo can chose the attractions you want to see that day)

I know I am missing some details but I'm trying to do this from memory without going back and listening to the show. It really sounds like a great app for a Disboard fan and a Disney planner.

[jharrowell]

I'm not sure what to make of Project X at this point.

Don't get me wrong, I'm sure that it's going to be a great program, but I'm not seeing what it will do that the apps I already have can't.

If this had come along before I'd bought the other apps I'm sure I'd have jumped at it, but I'm not sure I can justify another $5.99 for something that duplicates apps I already have.

I do hope it does well, but so far I don't see the "killer" function that will make me throw away what I already have for it.

[safetymom]

I think the mobile version of the DIS included with the app is a killer feature.

[jharrowell]

I think the mobile version of the DIS included with the app is a killer feature.

I s'pose. But I've been accessing the DIS using the built in browser for months now so for me it's no hardship doing it that way.

[safetymom]

If you are used to doing it that way great. But for others the new way will be nicer.

[SamIAm21]

I think the mobile version of the DIS included with the app is a killer feature.


Totally!! I used the WDW apps I have now in the parks a few weeks ago. We were able to sit down and browse some menus before deciding where to go eat, they helped us locate the small Kodak camera hut near Pirates (that we had walked past a few dozen times already), and the apps had several other uses throughout the stay. However, those were all separate apps. It will be amazing to have everything in one app!

[jharrowell]

...It will be amazing to have everything in one app!

Ahh, now if Project X has a killer feature, I'd say that was it. :)

[mikelan6]

I think the mobile version of the DIS included with the app is a killer feature.

This is the part of the app I am most looking forward to.

[mickeysaver]

Now if they would make it for the Blackberry!!!

Amen!

[mickeysaver]

The is what you use to get full function on an IPOD touch.

This will allow you to use your blackberry or USB aircard to provide a Wifi Hotspot for your IPOD touch. The blackberry or Aircard will provide the GPS coordinates for the IPOD touch so that you will have full GPS Functionality.

This little Wifi router will charge a blackberry and runs on a large internal battery.

Cradlepoint PHS300

http://base1.googlehosted.com/base_media?q=FroogleCatalog_CNETI651942.jpg&size=4&dhm=6b317b46&hl=en

Thank you for this information. I had no idea such a gadget existed. I hate having to bring out two gadgets to make the third gadget work, but at least there is an option for the Blackberry users who also have an ipod touch.

[k5jmh]

Ahh, now if Project X has a killer feature, I'd say that was it. :)

I think having a dedicated Itouch/Iphone skin is pretty cool and it gives you a one-stop shop for all things WDWinfo and DISboards related! I think I will be using it quite heavily as I carry my Ipod touch everywhere.

FWIW - ATT just installed a new in-builing cell site (microcell) on my floor last week and my 3G coverage on 25th through 30th floors is AMAZING and BLAZING fast. 2.5 mb down and 600kb up. Amazing!!!

[Mike2023]

Could you go somewhere and get a life!
I don't want your negativity here.:rolleyes1:rolleyes1

I dont agree with his opinions ether, but really there is no need to personaly slam him.

Post that you dont agree with his opinion. Ask him why his posts are always so nagative, but next time could you please leave out the "get a life".

[two-foxes]

This is my biggest problem with the iPhone - I love the apps but hate the phone. Kevin and the rest of the team don't seem to have the same problems I do so I thought I just got a 'bad one'.

I hate to carry two devices but I think I need a 'regular' cell phone.....


The latest software update so far has seemed to clear up the last problem I had with the phone not making/receiving calls. It's only been a week or so, but so far, so good. But, I tell you what...that iPhone nearly got tossed out the car window more than once when all I needed to do was make a stinkin call and I couldn't do that...but I could tell you what Harvey Levin and TMZ was saying about Lindsay Lohan (shallow, I know, but I love that app!)

[maroo]

I do have to disagree on one point: the wait times app I used the last time I was at WDW was pretty accurate even though it used crowdsourcing. The one I used in September, called WDW Wait Times, was accurate within 5 minutes or so every time I used it. With as large of a user base that E-Ticket potentially will have just from the DIS, I could see it being an excellent addition to the app.

I have to say I agree with this. I did not take it as the gospel truth, but the WDW Wait Times app - the free one - was fairly accurate during my last trip.

I say that to encourage the people making the DIS app to consider doing something similar. There should be enough people purchasing the DIS app to get some accurate wait times. Especially with the townies. (Or is it towners?)

[k5jmh]

Bump. just because it is going to be awesome!!

[scoot241]

Is there an update on the release date (or would that be in the podcast this week)?

[jlearn]

Are there WiFi spot within the parks? I have an iTouch and was hoping to use the apps on it while there.

[k5jmh]

Are there WiFi spot within the parks? I have an iTouch and was hoping to use the apps on it while there.

You have to create your own Wifi hotspot.

The is what you use to get full function on an IPOD touch.

This will allow you to use your blackberry or USB aircard to provide a Wifi Hotspot for your IPOD touch. The blackberry or Aircard will provide the GPS coordinates for the IPOD touch so that you will have full GPS Functionality.

This little Wifi router will charge a blackberry and runs on a large internal battery.

Cradlepoint PHS300

http://base1.googlehosted.com/base_media?q=FroogleCatalog_CNETI651942.jpg&size=4&dhm=6b317b46&hl=en