Disney is at least considering, some COOL new app uses

[AngiTN]

I loooovvveeee the thoughts of ordering your food ahead of time and just going up to the counter to pick it up. But, I do realize that it will cost jobs in the long run. But man, its an awesome idea.

this is being implemented at several locations already

 

[gatorlisa]

I love the idea of being able to check on the status of your folio through the app. Seems crazy that the only way to do this now is to go to the front desk and ask. I like to buy Disney gift cards at a discount at Sams when Discover is running an extra 5% at warehouse clubs, and then use those cards to pay for everything that we charge to the room. I've tended to go every night and do this, to make sure I get to them before they charge my CC on file. But if I could see the balance on the folio, I'd have a better idea of when I actually need to go. I suspect it's probably no more than every other day. Being able to see when the next 2 or 3 buses for each park are expected to arrive at the resort would also be really nice.

 

[mcd2745]

I would definitely take advantage of a lot of these things if they were offered on the app. I hope it comes to fruition.

So I recently got a survey (like this week) from Disney, and its clear they are at least considering adding some very interesting options via the mobile app, including some synergies with some of the other rumored new services at WDW. The Questions tried to gauge (asked how likely are you to use Extremely Unlikely to Extremely Likely) interest in a number of features including:

Using Mobile App to:



All of these I would be "Extremely Likely" to use (particularly the transportation info):

Order and pay for express transport between theme parks. ($19/person/day, with multi day discount)
*Sounds similar to current express buses, but individual cars ?

Know when luggage is expected to be delivered to resort room from MDE

Receive real time transit updates - bus/monorail schedules, delays, etc

View multiple upcoming arrivals ona selected mode of transit - Next 3 busses arriveing at BC to Magic (1:30, 1:55, 2:15)

Use real time data to tell transit times between locations

Modify MDE pick up / drop off times

View all charges made to your resort folio (I am guessing they mean magic band/other device)

Receive real time updates to resort recreation activities (movies, weather warnings, etc)

Use your Smart phone to unlock your room throughout your vacation (skip the front desk completely)

view remaining meal entitlements

Access room information (number, resort location, amenities, etc)

Request in room dining options at your resort, including poolside refreshments



These I would be "Somewhat Likely" to use:

Chat with disney CMs or front desk concierge during your stay

Request towels, Bedding turndown service, etc

reserve experiences outside your resort (backstage tours, BBB, etc)




These I would be "Unlikely" to use:


Expedite toll parking with dedicated lane

Reserve a spot on Disney transport from your location (like, reserve a spot on the next bus)

Reserve experiences at your resort (spa, etc)

Receive turn by turn directions to specific indoor points of interest (gym, spa, shops, etc)

Turn by turn directions from parking lot to your room

Purchase premium products and services - in room birthday party, decor kits, etc



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It also asked how likely you were to use a few other really interesting things

Use a smart TV to view content from your existing streaming subscriptions (Netflix, Hulu) OR from your smart device (downloaded content)
--Very interesting given that all the TVs they are putting in are smart and internet connected, but disabled
I would be "Unlikely" to use this....but my kids would be "Extremely Likely"

Euse Smart Mirrors - Mirrors that act as a second screen to view content direcctly from your smart device
Not sure about this one..having trouble coming up with a practical use.

Use a smart Thermostat allowing you to customize your own room settings
I would be "Extremely Likely" to use this so I can really crank the AC before getting back to the room.

I never get the good surveys like this one. I got a lousy one about our upcoming cruise a few days ago.