Google recently released a new free app for iOS and Android smartphone users. It’s the perfect app for summer fun and exploration. The app is called “Field Trip” and provides users with fun and interesting things to do nearby. It uses GPS technology built-in to the smartphones to access information about what attractions are close by.
After the app is downloaded, it connects to the built-in GPS location data to determine the user’s current location. Activities and attractions range from restaurants, shops, movies and architecture, to local history and obscure events. Users can choose which type of attractions are most appealing and control how many notifications appear. Destination suggestions are displayed on little cards that pop up on your screen. Audio notifications are also an option. The only real complaint so far from reviewers is that the GPS app has a tendency to freeze up and shut down.
As part of a campaign to attract more users to the free app, Google teamed up with several museums in New York City to offer one free admission for each user. During the month of July, New Yorkers and/or tourists exploring New York could flash the Field Trip app to any one of the participating museums and get a free admission pass. Participating museums included the Museum of Arts and Design, the Museum of the City of New York, New York Aquarium, Queens Zoo, Bronx Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo and Central Park Zoo.
Currently the participating cities are expanding and include major U.S. cities. New York obviously has plenty of locations and attractions to point you towards. Other cities Field Trip can help you explore include Los Angeles; San Francisco; Washington, D.C.; Chicago, Reno, NV; Seatle; and Portland, OR. Internationally, there is a growing list of 80 countries and 30 languages available to choose from.
Free Field Trip App Helps You Find The Fun
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