n The Move:
Five Apps for the Traveling Man (or Woman)
Eat Where the Locals Eat
In the Air
FlightTrack Pro — $: $9.99 — If you want to be the first to
know that your flight is delayed or exactly what time you will
arrive, download FlightTrack Pro. Get notifications on your screen
or via text/email.
Tip: Download the FlightBoard feature ($3.99) to see arrival and departure
boards just like you would in the terminal. They update every five minutes,
and this will give you something to do while everyone stands awkwardly in
the aisle once you land. (More Info: www.mobiata.com/apps/flighttrackpro)
Yelp — $: Free — Whether you want to know which establishments have the best happy
hour or where to find the best steak in the city, Yelp's reviews and ratings can help.
Tip: Use the built-in augmented reality app called Monocle. It will feel like the future.
(More Info: www.yelp.com/yelpmobile)
On the Ground
In the Car
Waze — $: Free — Ever hopped into a cab and wondered how long until you could kick
off your shoes and relax? Waze will tell you. It integrates your location with crowdsourced
traffic, accident and route reports, giving you a preview of the commute to your destination.
AroundMe — $: Free — Now that you've landed or are well on
your way to your destination, AroundMe can help you find anything.
From an ATM to your favorite fast food joint or a gym (if you are still
staying true to your resolutions), this app will find it.
Tip: Turn on voice prompts if you want to use this app while driving, so you don't stare at your
phone. (More Info: www.waze.com)
Tip: Add the locations you find to your Contacts with one click. This will
help the next time you are in town. (More Info:www.aroundmeapp.com)
Lucas Schnoebelen is a Technical Training Facilitator at Shook,
Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. He also serves on the steering committees
for ILTA's Emerging Technologies and Communication
Technologies Peer Groups. Luke takes prides in presenting
relevant and interesting content that will keep the attention of
an audience. Contact him at lschnoebelen@shb.com.
MetrO — $: Free — This application can help guide you from point A
to point B in over 400 major cities around the world. With bus, train
and subway schedules, and maps for these cities, MetrO will help you
get to your destination with ease.
Tip: This app stores all map/route information locally, so you don't need a
network connection. (More Info: http://nanika.net/metro)
