Universal Studios Hollywood InPark Assistant app review: a virtual visitor's guide

Introduction

If you plan on visiting Universal Studios Hollywood in the near future then we have an app to make the visit that much more enjoyable. The Universal Studios Hollywood InPark Assistant app can be used on your iPod touch, iPad, and iPhone giving you such helpful information as routes, wait times, and a map of the park. You can use this app before your visit to plan your trip, and while you’re at the park for information along the way.

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Get the Most From Your Visit

If you are planning a trip to Universal Studios Hollywood then you want to make sure you make the most of your visit. Whether this is your first visit or if you've been before this app offers helpful information for your adventure. As mentioned you can use it to view wait times of the attractions so that you know which ones to go to, and when. You can also share this information with others so you can all have input in the day's itinerary. The app uses your GPS position to give you a real-time route that makes navigating through the park simple and fast. There are two different types of maps to use depending on your preference: choose from the CloudMap overlay or the satellite map.

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It should be noted that some of the information in this app is only available with online access such as the satellite map and the wait times. In offline mode you can view the overlay map and check out in-depth details and information about the events and attractions taking place at the park.

 

Using the App

This app essentially works as your map guide through the park but now you don't have to carry around that guidebook or piece of paper that about an hour into your day is rumpled, ripped, and seen better days. Some of the users commented on the fact it's handy to view wait times before even heading to the park to help you decide the best time and day to visit, I really like this idea.

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When you enter the app you will need to download the data before you begin, this is free to do but will need an online connection. From here you are taken to a list of the attractions that shows the wait time right in the list. Tap on any attraction you want additional information on. The park hours are clearly displayed at the top of the screen.

 

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Use this app to access park maps
• View up-to-date wait times on rides/attractions
• View park hours
• View details about attractions
• Can be used to help plan your visit and while at the park

 

Cons

• The app feels cumbersome at times when it comes to navigating it
• Not all information is available offline

 

Final Thoughts

The Universal Studios Hollywood InPark Assistant app for your iPod touch, iPad, and iPhone is a companion tool for visiting the park. I find it provides a lot of helpful information that can be used before and during your visit.