food IS a theme park
Disney is an entertainment company, but it is also at the forefront of robotics development!
©Walt Disney Imagineering R&D Inc.
Earlier this year, Disney released a preview of their new walking robot Baby Groot. This bot is extremely realistic and honestly kinda hard to believe, but robo-Groot is just the start. Let’s look at some MORE details about the little guy and a much BIGGER innovation hitting the scene…
Shopping at Disney Parks is fun, but sometimes, we aren’t big fans of standing in the long lines to check out.
Mobile Checkout
That’s why we were so excited to use Mobile Checkout at Disneyland when it was first introduced. All you have to do is scan in what you’re buying with your phone, checkout, pay with your phone, and you’re done! How convenient is that! And that feature eventually made its way to some Disney World shops, too!
If you’ve planned a magical vacation that you’ve been waiting months for, the last thing you want to do is get kicked out of the parks!
You paid for the vacation, so don’t end it early!
There are a lot of ways to break the rules in Disney World and Cast Members have seen a wide variety of “creative” ways that guests try to push the limits. But recently, there have been some new policies and procedures put in place at Disney World — meaning that there are 4 NEW ways you could get kicked out of the parks!
Last month, we told you all about Disney World’s new MagicMobile service.
©Disney
Essentially, the new tech lets your smart device be your MagicBand. You can tap into the parks, link your PhotoPass photos, and even join your Rise of the Resistance boarding group! MagicMobile rolled out first for Apple users (including those with Apple Watches!). But now, we have exciting news for those with Androids.
It’s been a busy year at Disney World!
Sadly, Disney won’t let us live here 🙁
As the parks continue with their phased reopening, preparations have been taking place for the big 50th anniversary celebration! But among all the construction and excitement, we’ve seen some changes to everyday operations. And nope, we’re not just talking about safety procedures or price changes — there have been also some major technological advances.
Oh my goodness gracious — it wasn’t a dream!!!
©Marvel | Disney
Earlier this year, we got to participate in a private media event from Disney where we saw a brief (and we mean VERY BRIEF) clip of Imagineers looking at what appeared to be a WALKING robot Baby Groot! We seriously did a double take.
Because it was a private event, we were prompted not to take photos. And without photos or videos of this unique creation, it kind-of made it all feel like maybe the whole thing was just part of a crazy Guardians of the Galaxy dream. BUT NO! It is real and now we’ve got photos and a video to prove it!!
Disney is an innovator when it comes to technology, particularly technology used at its theme parks.
Let’s Get Scanning!
Most recently, the company began rolling out its new MagicMobile service on smart devices that allows guests to use their phones just like they do their MagicBands. And Disney World also began a testing phase of a new facial recognition program that allows guests to use their faces as a contactless way to get scanned into the parks.
Disney tends to be at the forefront of technology.
©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation
Just think about the Star Wars Hotel — Galactic Starcruiser! This upcoming experience is set to be an immersive vacation like none before it. We can’t WAIT to see the space windows and experience using the Force for ourselves! Now, we know a little more about Disney’s work to make new experiences more immersive than ever.
There’s a NEW way to navigate Disney World today!
©Disney
The NEW Disney MagicMobile service debuted in Disney World today. That means you can now use your Apple Smartphone or watch to scan into the parks in lieu of a MagicBand. Like the other ticket media, this service can be used for other park offerings as well — including Disney PhotoPass!
Some exciting new technology has officially arrived in Disney World!
©Disney
Las week, we shared that Disney’s new MagicMobile service had rolled out on select Apple devices, and we gave ya a step-by-step guide on how to set it up. The new technology, which Disney announced earlier this month, essentially lets your phone become your MagicBand! And now, all Apple users are able to access this new features on their smart devices (yup, that includes Apple watches!).
Our handy (and portable!) ebook guides make sure you get the best deals and can plan a vacation of a lifetime.
