The Pigeon App Offers Up Crowdsourced Subway Navigation
Justin Lam — June 5, 2018 — Tech
References: itunes.apple & engadget
Crowdsourced navigation apps like Waze have drastically changed the way people commute, but those that are confined to the subway will be happy to know that the Pigeon app now offers crowdsourced subway navigation. Developed by Google incubator Area 120, the navigation app offers NYC subway directions based on real-time train positions as well as user-submitted feedback. This allows the Pigeon app to provide information on any issues regarding the subway and can help users make their commute a little faster or at least less painful.
The Pigeon app is currently only available for iOS and can only be accessed through an invitation. It is unclear if the Pigeon app will become a full-fledged service that extends outside of NYC, but it is easy to imagine the popularity of this app in almost any metropolitan city. This app is the first to tackle crowdsourced subway navigation and will most likely inspire future travel apps.
The Pigeon app is currently only available for iOS and can only be accessed through an invitation. It is unclear if the Pigeon app will become a full-fledged service that extends outside of NYC, but it is easy to imagine the popularity of this app in almost any metropolitan city. This app is the first to tackle crowdsourced subway navigation and will most likely inspire future travel apps.
Trend Themes
1. Crowdsourced Navigation - The success of Pigeon app has paved the way for innovative crowdsourced navigation apps.
2. Real-time Feedback - The integration of real-time feedback in navigation apps has created new opportunities for developers to create better and more personalized user experiences.
3. Public Transportation Apps - The popularity of Pigeon app is driving the development of more public transportation apps that can provide real-time information and user-generated feedback.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - The Pigeon app has disrupted the transportation industry by providing an innovative solution to the challenges of commuting in a metropolitan city.
2. Mobile App Development - The success of Pigeon app has created new opportunities for mobile app developers to create navigation and public transportation apps.
3. Travel - The crowd-sourced approach of Pigeon app can be utilized in other travel-related apps, driving innovation in the travel industry.
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