Disney Genie digital assistant app still planned for Walt Disney World

Apr 08, 2021 in "MyMagic+"

Posted: Thursday April 8, 2021 5:05pm ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Disney Parks Chairman Josh D'Amaro held a virtual presentation today for the media, and reiterated that the new Disney Genie app remains in Walt Disney World's plans.

Originally announced back in 2019, we have heard very little about the project since, but we expect to hear much more about this in the coming months.

The Disney Genie app for Apple and Android devices is set to dramatically change the way guests experience the parks, and something that Disney is betting its theme park experience on in a big way.

Here is how Disney described the Genie app when it was announced back in 2019.

"Disney Genie will make planning easier and more fun by providing customized itineraries geared to your interests, right at your fingertips – from a royal, princess-themed day at Magic Kingdom Park to a trip around the world at Epcot for foodies and even a perfect day for thrill seekers. Certain features of Disney Genie will also be available through your preferred travel professional.

Sometimes you may know exactly what you want to do, but may not know the best time or order in which to do it. You’ll be able to tell Disney Genie what you’d like to experience, and it will quickly evaluate millions of options to present you with an optimal day. And best of all, it’s flexible! If you change your mind for any reason, Disney Genie will re-optimize your day.

Disney Genie can also send you real-time tips and updates, including recommendations for experiences it thinks you’ll love, helping you navigate the theme parks with added convenience and comfort. If you don’t want to worry about making reservations in multiple steps, Disney Genie will even take care of that for you."

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wdwmagicAug 18, 2021

This thread is now closed, with discussion in the new thread with confirmed details of Genie and Genie+. Disney Genie, Genie+ officially introduced along with confirmed details of how it will work

Jeff4272Aug 18, 2021

This is a disaster. Worst case scenario. Breaking point for us

monothingieAug 18, 2021

Almost as if they took their guests for suckers and idiots. Nahh?

aaronmlAug 18, 2021

danv3Aug 18, 2021

I've got a ballpark pricing for you. More than you expect.

TYOTimerAug 18, 2021

What would be really ironic is if Genie was trying to sell you a FP for Figment, and it just had Eric Idle say “No one expects the Disney Inquisition!”

monothingieAug 18, 2021

Bad news is announced after 5 (Preferably on a Friday) Good news for Wall Street is announced at 4 after the closing bell. <----Genie is here General positive news is announced around 1PM (middle of the day)

mightynineAug 18, 2021

"Look, you want me to get the purple f*****?"

TYOTimerAug 18, 2021

And if you don’t, the Eric Idle Moon Face appears to scare you into buying it

mightynineAug 18, 2021

"We all have sparks! Would you like to increase yours for $10?"

jpinkcAug 18, 2021

TYOTimerAug 18, 2021

Just use your Imagination!!… Then add 30 dollars to that, and call it the Chappie Tax

mightynineAug 18, 2021

Once again the company refuses to acknowledge its founder. Everyone knows Walt preferred his psychadelic grunge VERY kempt.

arich35Aug 18, 2021

Would be kind of disappointing not to get at least a ballpark date or pricing.