All the new features of iOS 15 for travelers
Like every June, Apple unveiled all the new features of its software this year. Last June 7, the company of [...]
As it does every June, Apple unveiled all the new features of its software this year.
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Last June 7, the Cupertino-based company announced the arrival of new iPhones, iPads, Macs and Apple Watches. But more importantly, it announced the iOS 15 new features for travelers. Let's find out together.
iOS 15 news for travelers starts with digital key to your room at Hyatt
Apple is working with the hotel chain Hyatt to create Digital and virtual keys for travelers who stay in its facilities. The idea is that, by fall, the system will be available in 1,000 facilities located in various parts of the world.
Those staying at a participating hotel or resort will be able to bypass the front desk and use the digital key inserted in the Apple Wallet to enter the room they booked. On the day of arrival, iPhone will automatically check in and will generate a digital key. The guest will then have to authenticate his or her smartphone, and lo and behold, he or she can take a seat in the room without any further steps. Of course, the enrolled in the loyalty program will always want to go through the front desk to ask for upgrades and various benefits, but for many users this innovation will greatly streamline check-in.
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Revamped maps for easier navigation
Among the new features of iOS 15 for travelers are the renewed maps that will help one find their way wherever they are, especially in large metropolises. New features include the inclusion of more details, from trees to buildings. By zooming in on them, you will have a extremely realistic 3D vision For easier navigation. To take advantage of the new feature, all you have to do is use Apple Maps: you will receive step-by-step instructions, notice details. And, if you are in a new city and need to take transportation, simply point the iPhone's camera at what you see nearby to receive information about subways, buses & co.
The revamped maps will be available by the end of 2021 in several cities such as London, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego, San Francisco and Washington DC.
Integrated translation
Traveling to a foreign country may not be easy, especially if you do not know the language. That is why Apple is working to make it easier to understand languages through your iPhone, iPad, or on your Mac. With new translation system, you only need to highlight a text for it to be translated into your own language (until now, you had to copy it and then paste it into a translation app). In addition, text will also be able to be highlighted from a photograph, which becomes very useful in front of a menu or sign.
Virtual Disney Passes
Not just Hyatt: Apple is also working with Disney for the creation of virtual passes, allowing people to enter amusement parks without having to go through the ticket office. And to queue "virtually," so as not to spend long time in line next to each other.
Tailored notifications
When traveling, you may find yourself annoyed by the many notifications you typically receive. Especially if those notifications come from apps used for work and you are instead engaged in a leisure trip. Apple will now allow Select notifications based on what you are doing: work notifications when working, restaurant recommendations when on vacation, and so on.
